Amid the ongoing cost of living challenges, putting nutritious and satisfying meals on the family table can be a constant challenge. This budget-friendly casserole made with gluten-free sausages and sweet potato, is a delicious dinner-time meal the whole family will enjoy. With each serving priced at approximately $2.73, it is a great way to put wholesome and tasty food on the table without breaking the bank.
We understand that the increasing food costs are making it difficult for people to balance their nutritional needs and expenses. Gluten-free options, in particular, often come with a higher price tag. However, by focusing on naturally gluten-free ingredients such as protein and vegetables, we can sidestep added expenses while still delivering a delicious and nutritious meal every one can eat.
Budget-Friendly Casserole with Sausage and Sweet Potato
Ingredients
- 3 medium white potatoes peeled and cut into 3cm pieces
- 1 small sweet potato peeled and cut into 3cm pieces
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion peeled and diced
- 1 red capsicum diced
- 400 g tin gluten-free diced tomatoes
- 3 spring onions sliced
- 2 tablespoons gluten-free tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
- salt and pepper
- 6 gluten-free sausages sliced into bite-sized pieces
- handful coriander leaves roughly chopped, to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C.
- Place potato and sweet potato in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to the boil over medium-high heat and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add onion and capsicum. Cook, stirring, until onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Add diced tomatoes, spring onions, tomato paste, herbs and drained potatoes. Stir to combine and season to taste.
- Transfer vegetable mixture to baking dish. Arrange sausage pieces on top of the vegetables. Bake in pre-heated oven for 20 minutes or until sausages are cooked through and golden.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with coriander leaves (if using).
