Smokey Sausage and Bean Casserole

The Acadians centered in south Louisiana, or more1 15 oz. canned chopped Italian plum tomatoes
commonly known as Cajuns have a term for sauted1 teaspoon paprika
onions, celery and green pepper,...The Holy Trinity. It is2 tablespoons maple syrup
the aromatic foundation of such famous Cajun dishes2 sprigs thyme
as gumbo, jambalaya and etouffee.1 15 oz. can cannellini beans, drainedtoasted sourdough
In Italian cuisine The Holy Trinity is onions, carrots andbread, for serving
celery sauteed in olive oil and it is the base of manyPreheat oven to 375 degrees. Heat olive oil in an oven
soups and casseroles. This holy trinity is called a sofritoproof Dutch oven, add sausages and cook until evenly
and works very well in this hearty stew to start buildingbrowned, remove and set aside. To Dutch oven add
the layers of flavor we're looking for.onion, garlic, carrot and celery and saute for 5 minutes.
Let's get started...Add remaining ingredients, sausages and 2 cups of
1 tablespoon olive oilwater to Dutch oven. Bring to a boil and put on middle
12 small smokey pork sausages or breakfastrack in preheated oven and bake for 45-60 minutes,
sausagesuntil thickened. Ladle generous portions onto toasted
2 cloves garlic mincedsourdough slices. To finish give a quick drizzle of olive
1 medium onion, dicedoil and a few small leaves of fresh thyme.
1 carrot, dicedRemember..homemade just tastes better.
1 celery rib, diced