Rich Sausage and Vegetable Casserole Delight
This heartwarming casserole combines the rich flavors of sausage and a variety of fresh vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage mild or hot
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
- 1 cup red bell pepper diced
- 1.5 cups fresh asparagus cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup zucchini sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- 2.5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz noodles your choice, cooked
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese for topping
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the sausage until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the bell pepper, asparagus, and zucchini until they start to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and smoked paprika, cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cooked sausage, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Mix the cooked noodles into the sausage and vegetable mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
To add an extra savory layer, mix in a handful of sun-dried tomatoes before baking. Adjust seasoning to taste.