Sausage casseroles are suitable for any time of the day depending on the recipe. Breakfast or brunch is made easier and more enjoyable with the addition of a casserole that blends savory sausage, tasty eggs
and seasonings. Hash brown potatoes, diced onions and bell peppers can be added for extra flavor. While sausage and egg casseroles are typically served earlier in the day, they also make a great change for a late day or evening meal.
The casserole can be made a day in advance and refrigerated until ready to bake and serve to make preparation and cleanup at mealtime quick and easy. The addition of wheat toast and orange juice rounds off the meal.
For a more classic dinner taste, try a different take on a sausage casserole. Sautéing sausage meat and vegetables such as onions, bell peppers, carrots and asparagus is a great start to the meal. The mixture is seasoned with a
combination of herbs like rosemary, thyme and cloves and poured into a glass or earthenware dish. The casserole can be topped with canned onion rings, crushed crackers or shredded cheddar cheese for an additional boost of flavor. A splash
of wine or apple cider added to the casserole will liven the recipe or using a specialty sausage such as apple sausage or hot and spicy sausage will give the casserole a little zing. Turkey sausage or reduced fat sausage can be used to
create a lighter meal for calorie and fat conscious individuals. Many recipes exist to help families vary their diets and to allow home cooks to experiment in order to find a favorite one that is sure to please everyone. |
