INGREDIENTS

INSTRUCTIONS

Well, we've made it to our final offering from The Cook & Kitchen Staff's
"Creative Casserole" collection. Today's recipe is a fantastic finale for
your recipe files, because it's handy to have around for leftover sausage
links . like from yesterday's breakfast or last night's dinner.
Don't hesitate to experiment with this Italian sausage, spinach, and beans
concoction. Use a mild or spicy Italian sausage. Brown the sausage, or use
leftover grilled Italian sausages. You are in control of spicing up or
toning down this savory casserole, so try preparing it as your taste buds
desire. It's a no-fail one-dish meal.
In a medium-sized skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage in a
splash of olive oil. Slice the sausages into about 1/2-inch thick pieces
after removing any excess fat, and reserve.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach, beans, Italian sausage,
evaporated milk, and chopped onion. Stir in half of the parmesan cheese,
lemon juice and peel, nutmeg, and pepper. Transfer the mixture to a lightly
greased 2-quart oven-proof baking dish.
In a small skillet, sauté the minced garlic in the butter or margarine over
medium heat, just until tender. Remove the skillet from the heat and add
the bread crumbs to the sautéed garlic. Stir to combine, then add the
remaining Parmesan cheese to the skillet and stir again. Sprinkle the bread
crumbs over the spinach and sausage mixture, making sure to distribute the
topping evenly.
Bake, uncovered, in a pre-heated 375-F degree oven for about 30 minutes.
Remove from the oven and cool slightly before serving.
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