By E. L. Hewitt – Solaris Kitchen
As the nights draw in and the air turns crisp, there’s something comforting about a meal that feels both ancient and homely. This Samhain Hearth Bowl brings together the warmth of sausages, the heartiness of mince, and the earthiness of beans and garden veg — all cooked in simple foil trays.
It’s an easy, budget-friendly feast inspired by old harvest suppers, where everything came together around the fire.
Ingredients
(Serves 2 — ready in 30 minutes)
2 sausages (any kind you prefer)
100 g minced beef
150 g frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, green beans, corn)
½ tin baked beans (about 200 g)
Optional: sprinkle of cheese or herbs to serve
Cost Breakdown
Ingredient Amount Cost
Sausages 100 g £0.50
Mince beef 100 g £0.80
Mixed veg 150 g £0.30
Baked beans ½ tin £0.25
Seasoning / oil £0.05
Total cost: £1.90
Cost per serving: ~£0.95
Simple, filling, and under £1 per plate true Solaris Kitchen cooking.
Method
Preheat the air fryer to 200 °C.
Place sausages in one foil tray and mixed veg in another. Cook for 10 minutes.
Drain the veg if needed, then add baked beans to the same tray.
Add mince to the sausages’ tray and cook both for another 10 minutes.
Once everything is cooked through, mix the mince, sausage, beans, and veg together.
Split into two trays and return to the air fryer for a final 5 minutes to blend flavours and soften any remaining crunch.
Serve warm, and if you like, top with cheese or herbs. It’s perfect for an evening by candlelight or just when you need something hearty that reminds you of home.
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)Nutrient Amount
Calories 380 kcal
Protein 26 g
Carbs 30 g
Fibre 7 g
Fat 18 g
Saturated fat 7 g
Salt 1.4 g
Balanced, protein-rich, and slow-burning energy ideal for diabetic-friendly, everyday eating.
Serving Suggestion
Best enjoyed with crusty bread or a small baked potato. If celebrating Samhain, add a little apple cider or herbal tea on the side a quiet nod to the season of change.
Dietary Notes
This recipe is diabetic-friendly and gluten-free when made with no-added-sugar baked beans and gluten-free sausages.
Notes from Solaris Kitchen
This dish is part of my “Ancient Hearth Meals” recipes that honour simplicity, sustainability, and warmth.
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