Hunter’s Sausages
Inspired by the pub grub classic, this Hunter’s Sausages recipe is a family-friendly banger! Just like our version of Hunter’s Chicken, we’ve made the sauce from scratch using lower-calorie ingredients, keeping things irresistibly rich and smoky with a mild chilli heat. Once the bubbly layer of Cheddar cheese is melted on top, that’s it – we have to dig in!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories422
- Carbs23g
- Protein42g
- Fat16g
- Saturates6.2g
- Sugars15g
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If you’ve already tried our Hunter’s Chicken Pasta Bake or our Hunter’s Chicken Meatballs, you’ll know we never get bored of having fun with the ultimate smoky BBQ sauce! This time we’ve put a spin on things using reduced-fat pork sausages.
We’ve added them to an ovenproof dish, wrapped in bacon and covered in a thick, rich, mildly-spiced sauce that’ll have the whole family coming back for more. And we agree, it wouldn’t be complete without a melty layer of cheese on top – that’s why we’ve sprinkled over a tangy helping of reduced-fat Cheddar cheese!
Remember…the finer you grate your cheese, the further it will go. The sauce starts out quite chunky and thick, until we blitz it in a food processor part way through. You can also use a blender, if you’d prefer.
We’ve gone with reduced-fat pork sausages to keep the calories down, but there’s nothing to stop you swapping in your favourite alternative. Just be sure to adjust the calories accordingly, if you’re keeping track!
What diets is this Hunter’s Sausages suitable for?
Hunter’s Sausages can be enjoyed on dairy-free diets, as long as you substitute the reduced-fat Cheddar cheese for a suitable alternative.
You’ll also want to swap in gluten-free sausages and Henderson’s relish, if you’re cooking for gluten-free diets.
Please, please, please take extra care when cooking for people with allergies! Be sure to use different utensils, cookware and preparation areas.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Hunter’s Sausages?
A handheld stick blender makes preparing our homemade sauce so much easier! You’ll also want to make sure you’ve got cocktail sticks to hold the bacon-wrapped sausages together while cooking.
We used Schwartz BBQ seasoning which is available in most supermarkets in the herbs and spices aisle. Other brands are available including supermarket own brands.
Franks Hot Pepper Sauce is also available in most supermarkets, but you can use any kind of hot pepper sauce you might already have at home. Tabasco, Sriracha and Encona work just as well, or you can use a pinch of chilli powder instead.
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Cocktail sticks are a must for holding the bacon-wrapped sausages together.
Can’t find Franks Hot Pepper Sauce? Use Tabasco, Sriracha or a pinch of chilli powder.
How many calories are in this Hunter’s Sausages?
There are 422 calories per portion in this Hunter’s Sausages recipe, which means it falls into our Weekly Indulgence recipe category. If you’re counting calories or following one of the popular diet plans like Weight Watchers, this recipe fits in perfectly!
NHS guidelines suggest men should aim for 2,500 calories per day to maintain a healthy body weight, and women require around 2000 calories. Each person has different calorie requirements depending on their goal, so you may want to adjust your daily calorie intake according to your own personal goal.
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C fan and spray a round, shallow ovenproof dish (approx. 26 cm diameter) with low-calorie cooking spray.
Step 2
Wrap a bacon medallion around the middle of each sausage and secure with a cocktail stick. Put the greased ovenproof dish in the preheated oven for a minute or two, until hot.
Step 3
Remove the dish from the oven and put the bacon-wrapped sausages, seam-side down, in the hot dish. Place in the oven for about 10 minutes, turning over halfway through, until lightly browned.
Step 4
Meanwhile, place all the sauce ingredients in a medium bowl and stir until mixed. When the bacon-wrapped sausages are lightly browned, remove the ovenproof dish from the oven, carefully remove the cocktail sticks and discard. Place the bacon-wrapped sausages seam-side down in the ovenproof dish and pour the sauce mixture over.
Step 5
Cover the dish with a tight-fitting lid or kitchen foil and place in the oven for 40-45 minutes, until the sausages are cooked and the onion is soft. Remove the bacon-wrapped sausages from the dish and place on a plate while you blitz the sauce.
Step 6
Scrape the sauce into a food processor or use a stick blender to blitz until smooth. Place the sausages back in the dish and pour the smooth sauce over. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top and return to the oven for about 5 minutes until melted and golden. Serve hot with an accompaniment of your choice.
What could I serve with Hunter’s Sausages?
This hearty Hunter’s Sausages recipe is even better paired with something to help you mop up every last drop of smoky sauce! Try any of these slimming-friendly ideas:
How do you know when Hunter’s Sausages are cooked?
You should cook this Hunter’s Sausages for around 45 minutes, until the sausages are cooked and the onion is soft.
To keep your family safe, the advice here in the UK is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and remained at that temperature for 2 minutes.
How long can you keep Hunter’s Sausages in the fridge?
Make sure that you eat this recipe within 4 hours of serving it.
If you have any leftovers, then make sure that you allow them to cool before popping them in a container with a lid and refrigerating. Leftovers of this Hunter’s Sausages recipe can be kept in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Can I freeze Hunter’s Sausages?
Yes, you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
- Divide it into individual portions.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label telling you the name of the recipe and the date you’re storing it in the freezer.
How do I reheat Hunter’s Sausages?
From chilled: Place in a microwave-proof container with loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost, and heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes then stir. Cook for a further 5-7 minutes until piping hot.
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Hunter’s Sausages
Topped with cheese and coated in a pub grub-inspired smoky sauce, this Hunter’s Sausages recipe is a family-friendly banger!
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Prep Time
15 MINS
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Cook Time
1 HR
- KCals 422
- Carbs 23G
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C fan and spray a round, shallow ovenproof dish (approx. 26 cm diameter) with low-calorie cooking spray.
- Wrap a bacon medallion around the middle of each sausage and secure with a cocktail stick. Put the greased ovenproof dish in the preheated oven for a minute or two, until hot.
- Remove the dish from the oven and put the bacon-wrapped sausages, seam-side down, in the hot dish. Place in the oven for about 10 minutes, turning over halfway through, until lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, place all the sauce ingredients in a medium bowl and stir until mixed. When the bacon-wrapped sausages are lightly browned, remove the ovenproof dish from the oven, carefully remove the cocktail sticks and discard. Place the bacon-wrapped sausages seam-side down in the ovenproof dish and pour the sauce mixture over.
- Cover the dish with a tight-fitting lid or kitchen foil and place in the oven for 40-45 minutes, until the sausages are cooked and the onion is soft. Remove the bacon-wrapped sausages from the dish and place on a plate while you blitz the sauce.
- Scrape the sauce into a food processor or use a stick blender to blitz until smooth. Place the sausages back in the dish and pour the smooth sauce over. Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the top and return to the oven for about 5 minutes until melted and golden. Serve hot with an accompaniment of your choice.
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