Best 8 Sausage Leek And Apple Casserole Recipes

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If you're looking for a hearty, flavorful, and comforting dish that's perfect for a cold night, look no further than sausage, leek, and apple casserole. This classic casserole combines the savory flavors of sausage, the earthy sweetness of leeks, and the tartness of apples to create a truly special dish. With its creamy and cheesy sauce, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this delicious and comforting casserole.

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SAUSAGE, LEEK AND APPLE CASSEROLE



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Since (wisely) investing in a slow cooker / crock pot earlier this year, this casserole has hardly been off the menu. I like to use top quality organic sausages (Duchy chipolatas are my fave) but my other half prefers good old Walls, so I throw in both types to suit both tastes. Serves up great with some mash and steamed greens.

Provided by Wendy-Bob

Categories     Pork

Time 2h15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 -8 sausages
4 slices smoked bacon (I use back bacon but streaky would also work)
1 large carrot
12 button mushrooms
1 large leek
1/2 green apple
220 ml cider (regular fizzy stuff from a can is fine)
1 pork bouillon cube (I use Knorr)
300 ml boiling water
1 tablespoon plain flour (optional)

Steps:

  • Cut the bacon into slices and brown it in a pan for a few minutes with the sausages. You can use cooking spray if you like but the bacon usually makes enough fat of it's own to help the sausages along.
  • While the meat is browning, cut the mushrooms in half, cube the apple, slice the leek and cut the carrot into batons.
  • When the meat is done, put it to one side in the crock pot / casserole dish along with the mushrooms and apple. Add the remaining veg (leek and carrot) to the pan to soften a little.
  • After a couple of minutes, sprinkle the flour over the veg and mix through (the flour thickens the sauce, but if you prefer a more watery gravy then you can omit this step).
  • Add the cider to the pan - it will bubble up to begin with but don't worry about it. Turn up the heat and cook for a couple of minutes to burn the alcohol off (I sniff-test it and cook until it stops smelling boozy).
  • Transfer all the ingredients in the pan to the crock pot / casserole dish (cider and all).
  • Now this is where you have to use your judgement a bit! I find 300ml water is usually about right to top up my crock pot, but you may find you need a bit more/less depending on the exact amount of ingredients you have used (ie. size of sausages, carrot, etc.). So as not to waste any of the stock cube, I crumble it into the crock pot without dissolving it in water first and then add as much water as is needed to JUST cover all the ingredients.
  • CROCKPOT: Cook on Low for 8-9hrs or Medium for around 5hrs.
  • OVEN: I've never actually made this in the oven but have no doubt it would work just as well. I would imagine that, if you cover the casserole dish and cook it at around 150 degrees it should be done in a couple of hours.

SAUSAGE AND APPLE CASSEROLE



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Sweet and warming casserole

Provided by vikkiekaye

Time 40m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large pan on a medium heat, fry the sausages 5 mins turning frequently.
  • 2. Scatter over the onion, and cook for another 5 mins until softened.
  • 3. Increase the heat and add the rosemary and apples, and cook for 3-4 minutes till the apple changes colour.
  • 4. Add the cranberry sauce and mustard to the stock and stir, then add the stock to the pan too.
  • 5. Bring to the boil and simmer uncovered for 10 mins.
  • 6. Season to taste and serve with mashed potatoes (sweet potatoes work well with this dish)

SAUSAGE, DRIED CRANBERRY AND APPLE STUFFING



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Serve a hearty side of Food Network's Sausage, Dried Cranberry and Apple Stuffing recipe for Thanksgiving dinner.

Provided by The Hearty Boys

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound mild bulk breakfast sausage
4 tablespoons butter
3 cups sliced leeks, white and pale-green parts only, cleaned well (about 2 large leeks)
2 Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped
1 cup chopped celery with leaves
1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
1 cup dried cranberries, rehydrated in boiling water for 15 minutes and drained
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
6 cups boxed bread cubes (croutons)
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 to 3 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Saute the sausage in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, crumbling coarsely with the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the sausage and drippings to a large bowl. Melt the butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the leeks, apples, celery and poultry seasoning to the skillet and saute until the leeks are soft, about 8 minutes. Mix in the drained cranberries, sage and rosemary. Add the mixture to the sausage, then mix in the croutons and parsley. Next add the chicken stock a little at a time until the stuffing is very moist. Be sure not to overdo it; it shouldn't be mushy. Season with salt and pepper. Place in a casserole dish. (The stuffing can be made to this point 2 days before Thanksgiving, refrigerated.)
  • Bake in a 14-inch oval or 9 by 13-inch rectangular casserole dish and place, uncovered, in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes, until the top is crispy and the center piping hot. Remove and serve immediately.

SAUSAGE AND LEEK CASSEROLE



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Oil
2 cups leeks, cut in rings, rinsed thoroughly
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 pound ground pork sausage
1/2 loaf French baguette
1 cup grated Cheddar
1 cup pepper jack cheese
6 each large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy bottomed skillet on medium-high heat. Saute the leeks with a pinch of salt and pepper, red pepper flakes, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne. When the leeks are translucent raise the heat to high and add the sausage and cook for 8 minutes or until browned. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool.
  • In a separate bowl whisk the eggs together with the cream, milk, the remaining cayenne, a pinch of black pepper and salt.
  • Cut the baguette into cubes and put in the bottom of a 9 by 9-inch glass casserole dish. Sprinkle the bread with the Cheddar cheese. Pour the sausage and leek mixture and egg mixture on top. Top with pepper jack cheese. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • The next morning remove from refrigerator. Put in the middle of the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until a knife is removed cleanly from the middle. Remove from oven and allow the casserole to stand for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.

SAUSAGE, APPLE & LEEK PIE



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Quicker to make than a traditional pie, and easy on the purse too

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 pork sausages
3 leeks , sliced
1 apple , peeled and sliced
1 tbsp plain flour
1 tbsp grainy mustard
200ml stock
375g pack ready-rolled shortcrust pastry
1 egg , beaten

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Fry the sausages in a large frying pan until browned all over, remove and set aside. Remove most of the fat left in the pan, then add leeks and soften for 8-10 mins. Add the peeled apple slices and cook for 1 min more. Stir in the flour, followed by the mustard. Pour over the stock and bubble for 2 mins to make a sauce.
  • Chop the sausages into chunks and stir into the pan. Then, tip everything into a large ovenproof dish. Top with the pastry, trimming off any excess and glaze with the egg. Bake for 25 mins until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 38 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 2.24 milligram of sodium

SAUSAGE, APPLE AND ONION CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Sausage, Apple and Onion Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by djmastermum

Categories     Stew

Time 20m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

500 g sausages
3 apples, peeled and sliced
2 onions, sliced
1/2 cup apple cider
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Fry sausages, the add apples, onion.
  • continue cooking for 5 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients, simmer 10 minutes.
  • Serve with mashed potato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 837.4, Fat 66.6, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 180, Sodium 1592.8, Carbohydrate 20, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 13.1, Protein 38.5

CRANBERRY, SAUSAGE AND APPLE STUFFING



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A mellow stuffing that pairs up perfectly with the Maple Roast Turkey and Gravy. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Ibby

Categories     Side Dish     Stuffing and Dressing Recipes     Sausage Stuffing and Dressing Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
¼ cup butter
6 cups coarsely chopped leeks
3 tart apples - peeled, cored and chopped
2 cups chopped celery
4 teaspoons poultry seasoning
2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
1 cup dried cranberries
12 cups white bread cubes, baked until slightly dry
1 ⅓ cups chicken stock
salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook and stir sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, crumbling coarsely, for about 10 minutes. Remove sausage to a large bowl with a slotted spoon. Empty pan of grease.
  • Into the same pan melt the butter. Add the leeks or onions, apples, celery and poultry seasoning; cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Add the rosemary, dried cranberries and cooked sausage. Mix all with the dried bread cubes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Moisten with the chicken stock.
  • Stuff turkey with about 5 cups for a 14 pound turkey. Add additional chicken stock to moisten stuffing if needed. Remaining stuffing can be baked in a covered buttered casserole at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 45 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 15 minutes to brown top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 468.4 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

SPICY SAUSAGE & APPLE OVERNIGHT CASSEROLE



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For many years I've hosted Mother's Day brunch. One year I didn't make this delightfully spicy casserole and thought the family would toss me from my own house! -Dawn Vance, Geneva, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds bulk spicy pork sausage
3 medium tart apples, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
12 cups cubed Italian bread
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
9 large eggs
3 cups 2% milk
3/4 teaspoon yellow mustard

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon. Add apples to drippings; cook and stir over medium heat until tender, 4-6 minutes., In a bowl, combine sausage, apples, bread and cheese. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk and mustard; pour over bread mixture. Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, covered, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Uncover; bake until golden brown, 10-15 minutes longer. Let stand 5-10 minutes before serving., Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake as directed, increasing time as needed or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Fat 28g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 202mg cholesterol, Sodium 824mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right sausage: For the best flavor, use a good-quality sausage. Look for a sausage that is made with fresh, flavorful meat and spices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When browning the sausage, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the sausage from cooking evenly.
  • Use a variety of apples: For a more complex flavor, use a variety of apples in your casserole. Try using a combination of sweet and tart apples, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp.
  • Don't overcook the leeks: Leeks can easily become overcooked and mushy. Be careful not to cook them for too long.
  • Serve with a side of crusty bread: This casserole is delicious served with a side of crusty bread. The bread can be used to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Conclusion:

Sausage, leek, and apple casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a fall or winter meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal, give this casserole a try!

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