Sausage Bacon & Bean Casserole

1. Heat the oil in a large flameproof casserole dish over a medium heat and fry the sausages for 4-5 minutes, or until browned all over. Remove the sausages from the dish and set aside

2. Add more oil to the casserole dish, if necessary, and fry the bacon for 5-6 minutes, or until crispy. Add the leek, carrot and garlic and fry for 3-4 minutes, or until the leek is tender.

3. Add the sage, tinned tomatoes, cannellini beans and beef stock and bring to the boil. Season generously with salt and pepper, cover and transfer to the oven for 50 minutes.

4. Remove from the oven and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately in warmed bowls.

5. Cook’s tips: If you don’t have a casserole dish which can be used on the stove, use a large saucepan and transfer the casserole to an ovenproof dish to finish in the oven.