Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick pan or deep-sided frying pan and fry the sausages gently for 10 minutes, turning every now and then until nicely browned all over. Add the bacon pieces and fry until they begin to brown and crisp.

Add the onions to the pan and fry over a medium heat until they start to soften, stirring often. Add the garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes more until the onions turn pale golden-brown, stirring frequently.

Sprinkle over the chilli powder or smoked paprika and cook together for a few seconds longer. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken stock, tomato purée, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar and herbs. Pour over the wine, or some water if you’re not using wine, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat, cover the pan loosely with a lid and leave to simmer very gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir the beans into the casserole, and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thick. Meanwhile, steam the cabbage.

Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Melt some butter over the cabbage and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve together.