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Unusual Fall Casseroles

Unusual Fall Casseroles That Will Spice Up Your Season

Discover a delightful Sweet Potato and Spicy Sausage Casserole, an unusual fall dish perfect for cozy dinners or holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes can substitute with butternut squash
  • 1 pound Spicy Sausage Italian sausage can be used for a milder flavor
  • 2 medium Apples use Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for sweetness
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 1 cup Pecans can replace with walnuts or omit for a nut-free version
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese swap with mozzarella for a milder finish
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon no direct substitution, but pumpkin pie spice can offer a variation
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil avocado oil can be a great substitute
  • Salt adjust to taste
  • Pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large pot
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Parboil sliced sweet potatoes for 8 minutes until slightly tender, then drain.
  3. Brown spicy sausage in a skillet with olive oil for about 8 minutes.
  4. Slice apples, season with cinnamon, salt, pepper, and olive oil, and toss to coat.
  5. Layer parboiled sweet potatoes, browned sausage, seasoned apple wedges, and pecans in the baking dish.
  6. Top with shredded cheddar cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  7. Remove foil during the last 5 minutes to let cheese brown, then rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is flexible; consider adding additional vegetables for extra nutrition.

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