Top 10 family sausage recipes
Our simple and wholesome sausage dishes will add oomph to your midweek family meals. Transform a pack of bangers into something special
Feeling uninspired when it comes to those sausages languishing at the back of the fridge? While they're delicious grilled or served with mashed potato, they're also amazingly versatile. Discover comforting casseroles, speedy traybakes, cheesy pasta bakes and plenty more family-friendly meal ideas, whether you need a quick midweek meal or something a bit more special.
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Our best family sausage recipes
1. Sausage ragu
There's nothing like a hearty bowl of pasta for comfort. Make a batch of sausage, tomato and herb ragu sauce for a budget-friendly yet flavoursome midweek meal. It works especially well with large pasta shapes such as rigatoni and can also be frozen for later in the week.
Also try our cheesy sausage pasta bake and plenty more sausage pasta recipes.
2. Sausage, kale & gnocchi one-pot
This speedy one-pot combines sausages with gnocchi, kale and a hint of chill, soaked in a wholesome chicken stock. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's perfect for feeding the family on a busy weeknight.
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3. Cheesy mustard toad-in-the-hole with broccoli
Classic toad-in-the hole gets a gourmet makeover in this flavoursome version, served with a fragrant homemade onion and thyme gravy. Cheddar cheese, wholegrain mustard, leeks and long-stem broccoli are all added to the batter for an extra boost. Baked until gorgeously golden brown, this simple dish is sure to become a family favourite.
Looking for a meat-free version? Try our veggie toad-in-the-hole.
4. Sausage fennel meatballs with creamy tomato butter beans
Give classic meatballs a tasty twist using sausagemeat and creamy ricotta for an extra juicy result. Baked with butter beans and tomatoes, this easy dish delivers comfort and flavour. With just three simple steps and 20 minutes of prep, it’s a fuss-free favourite you’ll want to make again and again.
5. Sausage stroganoff tagliatelle
Looking for something speedy, yet satisfying? This simple sausage stroganoff combines juicy pork sausages with tagliatelle in a creamy chestnut mushroom sauce. If that doesn't sound tempting enough, it's ready in just 20 minutes!
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6. Sausage & leek mash pie
Sausage, leeks and mustard make a delicious flavour combination in this hearty pie, topped with a crisp and cheesy layer of mash. You can also freeze it for a busy week ahead or if you need to feed a crowd.
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7. Sausage, potato & pesto traybake
This easy recipe makes a light and summery alternative to the classic bangers and mash and will get the kids tucking into roasted new potatoes, butter beans, tomatoes and fresh pesto as well as sausages. It's all cooked in the same tin – which means minimal washing-up. Serve with crusty bread to mop up the the delicious juices.
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8. Sausage casserole with garlic breadcrumbs
Looking for something a bit more special? We've taken simple 'sausage and beans' to the next level in this elegant casserole, where they are baked in a smoky paprika and wine sauce with golden onions. Top the casserole with a satisfyingly crunchy garlic and parsley breadcrumb layer for the final crowning glory before serving.
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9. Sausage & fennel risotto
When it comes to risotto, sausage may not be the obvious choice but it actually works really well in this creamy rice dish. Flavoured with fennel, garlic and thyme, this budget-friendly dish is full of flavour and can easily be supplemented with other ingredients you have to hand.
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10. Sausage, veg & lentil one-pot
This nutritious, flavour-packed recipe delivers three of your five-a-day and takes just five minutes to prepare. It's a great way to pack veggies into a kid-friendly dish.
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