English Aubergine Blue Cheese Sausage Bake Recipe

English Aubergine and Blue Cheese Sausage Bake

Embark on a culinary journey through English cuisine with this exquisite dish that harmoniously melds rustic and robust flavors. The English Aubergine and Blue Cheese Sausage Bake combines the earthy richness of roasted aubergine with the bold and tangy notes of blue cheese. Savory sausages and the sweetness of roasted parsnips complete the ensemble, creating a gourmet experience that’s both comforting and sophisticated. This dish, with its delightful blend, is bound to become a beloved staple on your dining table.

Serves: 4, Difficulty: Expert

Preparation Time: 30 minutes, Cooking Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

600 grams aubergine, sliced
4 blue cheese sausages
400 grams parsnips, peeled and sliced
30 grams olive oil
5 grams salt
3 grams pepper
5 grams rosemary, chopped
10 grams Dijon mustard
200 ml water

Method

Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Toss the sliced aubergine and parsnips with olive oil, salt, pepper, and rosemary.
Spread the vegetables on a baking tray and roast for 25 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
In a separate oven-safe dish, place the blue cheese sausages and add the roasted vegetables.
Whisk together Dijon mustard and water, then pour over the sausages and vegetables.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, bake for a further 10 minutes until the sausages are browned and the sauce is bubbling.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.

Tips

Ensure the aubergine is sliced evenly to cook evenly and tenderly.
For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle additional blue cheese over the bake before the final 10 minutes of cooking.
Pair this dish with a crusty loaf of bread to soak up the delightful sauce.

Nutritional Information

Nutritional Element	Per 100g	Per Serving
Energy	200 kcal / 837 kJ	500 kcal / 2093 kJ
Fat	12g	30g
Saturated Fat	5g	12.5g
Carbohydrates	15g	37.5g
Sugars	5g	12.5g
Proteins	10g	25g
Salt	1g	2.5g