Sausages are a brilliant budget-friendly ingredient for so many family meals, weekend feasts and tasty snacks. And as far as party food goes, can you really beat a good sausage roll? Take a look at our easy sausage recipes and adventurous sausage dishes for every taste, mood and occasion, plus discover more budget meals for recipe inspiration.
Sausages and mash is a comfort food classic. We've taken it up a notch here by adding a homemade tomato and onion gravy recipe and grating Cheddar into the potatoes for an extra indulgent cheesy mash.
Cooked in a rich tomato sauce with sweet paprika and smoky chorizo, this easy slow-cooker chicken casserole recipe is the perfect comforting family dinner. It's cooked with butter beans, so all you need to serve it with is a little crusty bread for dunking.
This simple sausage spaghetti is the perfect dinner after a busy day. Fry off the sausages until they're nice and crispy then stir through a stroganoff-style creamy sauce. It's hearty, warming and on the table in 30 minutes.
Enjoy a comforting dinnertime favourite, on your night in for two, with this scaled-down toad-in-the-hole recipe.
Pork and caramelised onion sausage meat adds a touch of meaty sweetness to these moreish pizza-style pittas.
Try something different with that pack of sausages in your fridge with this flavourful hoisin rice bowl. The sausages are broken into bite-sized nuggets to get them extra crispy, then fried with peppers and spring onions for a colourful, and speedy, stir-fry.
An Irish classic, creamy champ and sausages are a must-make if you're wanting a simple, wallet-friendly midweek meal
This hearty soup recipe is packed with big flavour from sausage meat, fragrant rosemary and garlic. The cannellini beans bulk it out and you can use up any pasta shapes you have kicking about! Check out the tip below to make it in a slow-cooker.
If you love crumpets with savoury toppings, you'll love this English breakfast-inspired crumpet bake with all your favourite cooked breakfast ingredients. It's ideal if you're looking for something different for a weekend brunch that's also quick and easy. It's so delicious, you might want it for dinner too!
This is a real throw-it-all-in traybake that makes a fab family meal. Comforting gnocchi and tasty sausages make up the base, alongside plenty of chunky veg and cherry tomatoes for a pop of colour. Drizzled with pesto after baking, it's full of flavour and super-satisfying!
Is there anything better than sausage rolls for a party or gathering? We certainly don’t think so! Unless, of course, you upgrade them by combining the usual sausage meat with a stuffing mix in these 20-minute wonders. Another A-star for the air-fryer.
Whip up a classic dinner dish in under 30 minutes with this speedy sausage and mushroom stroganoff recipe
Transform leftover sausage and butter bean traybake into these tasty Greek pittas. Load your pittas with garlicky veg and crunchy salad, then finish with a dollop of feta yogurt for a meal that whole family will love.
Celebrate Bonfire Night with these sizzling, spicy sausage subs. They're topped with charred smoky veg and cheese for an epic sandwich that's packed with fireworks of flavour.
Everyone loves a pasta bake and this simple, tasty recipe using budget-friendly sausages, pesto and veg is a good one to add to your repertoire. The addition of crème fraîche and mozzarella adds an indulgent richness, but it's still cost-effective.
Charring broccoli brings extra delicious flavour that pairs wonderfully with smoky chorizo, a little chilli heat and plenty of garlic
Get ready for a flavour-packed dinner with our creamy sausage ragu – It's a perfect go-to recipe for a cosy and delicious meal! Use up your leftovers with this spicy sausage tart.
This sausage and courgette pasta bake is hearty, comforting and perfect for a midweek dinner
Here's a new pasta recipe to add to your collection – make tasty meatballs with a pack of sausages and whizz up a homemade pesto with frozen peas. A new family favourite!
Combine seasonal squash with juicy pork sausages and fragrant sage for a creamy, indulgent pasta bake fit for a midweek meal
This crispy sausage and tomato pasta is a quick and easy dish that takes less than 20 minutes to make. Combining flavoursome pork sausages with a fresh tomato sauce, it's sure to be a family favourite.
A pot of simmering lentils topped with sausages and lots of veg is the ultimate winter warmer to feed the family. Add a slice of bread to mop up those juices! This is a delicious take on the French classic that you'll want to make on repeat.
Packed with hearty veg, fresh greens and juicy sausages, this casserole is the perfect dinner for colder nights and great for making ahead and freezing
Make this easy sausage casserole recipe for a classic winter warmer. This has a triple apple hit for maximum autumnal flavour - using pork and apple sausages, caramelised apple wedges and a rich apple cider sauce.
This family-friendly sausage casserole is served with tender caramelised onions and crispy potatoes for a delicious twist on a comforting classic. Try using veggie sausages, if you fancy a meat-free version.
This gorgeous sausage roll wreath is a great centrepiece for your Boxing Day buffet table. Top the pastry with brie and serve with a pot of cranberry sauce in the middle for festive flavours.
Bite-sized, starring two fry-up favourites and puffed up like mini toad-in-the-holes, these delicious popovers are sure to fly off your breakfast table
These sticky and spicy sambal sausages make a great addition to any festive party spread. The sambal paste is made with garlic, ginger and makrut lime leaves. You can add extra chillies if you'd like it a little spicier.
We've got your Christmas day dinner sorted with these three brilliant, tried-and-tested recipes – classic roast turkey, a special stuffing and homemade gravy – for a truly memorable festive feast.
Quick to prep and packed with festive flavour, this sausage traybake takes just 10 minutes to throw together. Seasoned with sweet cranberry and fragrant sage, it’s a fab fuss-free meal for those busy days leading up to Christmas or for the holiday season when you don't want to spend too long in the kitchen.
Traybakes are an easy way to make a tasty dinner with less stress. These veggie sausages are coated in a sticky honey-mustard glaze and baked with sweet apples and frozen butternut squash for a speedy shortcut.
Liven up traditional roast turkey this Christmas with an easy lemon, garlic and sage twist, and serve with wild mushroom and pork stuffing for an extra special treat.
Fed up with turkey? Mix it up this year and serve this succulent pork wellington recipe with cranberry, pistachio and pork stuffing