Sausage and Bean Casserole

A proper British classic — chunky sausages in a rich, tomatoey bean sauce. Dead easy and kids love it.

Ingredients

• 8 pork sausages
• 1 onion, sliced
• 400g tin baked beans
• 400g tin chopped tomatoes
• 1 red pepper, sliced
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried mixed herbs
• Salt and pepper

Method

1. If you have time, brown the sausages in a frying pan for a few minutes — this adds colour and flavour.
2. Place all ingredients in the slow cooker and stir gently.
3. Cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve with mashed potato, crusty bread, or jacket potatoes.

Tips

Use good-quality sausages with a high meat content — they hold together much better. Richmond or your butcher’s own are great.