Sausage casserole

Heat the oil in a frying pan, fry the sausages for 10 minutes, turning occasionally. Remove and place in pan.

Fry the bacon pieces in the frying pan until they begin to brown and crisp then place in pan

Fry the onions in the frying pan over a medium heat for five minutes until they start to soften, stirring often.

Add the garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes more until the onions turn pale golden-brown, stirring frequently.

Sprinkle over the paprika and cook together for a few seconds longer.

Stir in the tomatoes, chicken stock, tomato puree, sugar and herbs.

Pour over water and bring to a simmer.

Tip into the pan with the sausages and bacon and return to a simmer, then reduce the heat, cover the pan and leave to simmer very gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Drain the beans and rinse them under cold running water. Stir the beans into the casserole, and continue to cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Season to taste with salt and pepper.