Smoky sausage casserole

Sure to be a family favourite, this warming winter one-pot has gently simmered sausages, hearty cannellini beans and a crunchy breadcrumb topping

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 large celery stick, finely chopped 2 peppers (any colour), cut into chunks pack 6 pork sausage (about 400g/14oz)

1 tsp sweet smoked paprika

½ tsp ground cumin

½ tsp chilli flakes

2 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes 400g can cannellini beans, drained 250g bag spinach (or use the same quantity as frozen)

2 tbsp fresh breadcrumbs (or frozen with herbs)

1

Put the oil in a large, heatproof casserole dish over a medium heat and add the onion, cooking for 5 mins until starting to soften. Tip in the garlic, celery and peppers, and give everything a good stir. Cook for 5 mins more.

2

Turn the heat to high and add the sausages. Cook for a few mins until browned all over, then reduce the heat to medium, sprinkle in the spices and season well. Pour over the tomatoes and bring to a gentle simmer, covered, for 40 mins, stirring every now and then.

3

Heat the grill to high and uncover the casserole. Add the beans and spinach, and stir to warm through. Scatter over the breadcrumbs and grill for 2-3 mins until golden and crisp.

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