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Sausage Crumble Bake
Sausage Crumble Bake is a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This simple recipe layers savory crumbled sausage in a tangy tomato-based sauce, enhanced with oregano and a hint of pepper. Topped generously with shredded cheese and baked to golden perfection, it delivers a comforting balance of rich flavors and gooey textures. With minimal prep time, it’s an easy-to-make crowd-pleaser that works as both a main dish and a satisfying side. Its flexible ingredients make it adaptable to personal taste, whether you like it mildly seasoned or with a spicy kick.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sausage (crumbled)
  • 6 oz tomato paste
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • ¾ cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or blend)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Cook the Sausage

  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 2: Prepare the Sauce

  • In a bowl, combine tomato paste, water, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.

Step 3: Assemble the Dish

  • Spread the cooked sausage evenly in a baking dish. Pour the sauce over the sausage, spreading to cover.

Step 4: Add Cheese and Bake

  • Top with shredded cheese. Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for 15–20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Tips

  • Use Italian sausage for stronger flavor
  • Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter version
  • Add sliced bell peppers or onions before baking
  • Use mozzarella or cheddar cheese according to taste
  • Add garlic powder or basil to sauce mixture
  • Serve with a green salad to balance richness
  • Make in a cast-iron skillet for crisp bottom crust
  • Add red pepper flakes for heat
  • Swap dough for pizza crust for thinner base
  • Double recipe for potlucks or crowd meals

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 17gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.3mg
Keyword baked dish, cheesy, comfort food, easy dinner, sausage, vintage recipe, weeknight meal
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