Sheet Pan Sausage and Vegetables

• •1.5 lb Italian sausage, raw (pork or chicken), cut into 1-inch pieces
• •2 large bell peppers, any color, cored, seeded, and cut into 1-inch pieces
• •1 large red onion, peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges
• •3 cup broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
• •2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
• •3 tablespoon olive oil
• •1 teaspoon garlic powder
• •1 teaspoon dried oregano
• •0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• •0.8 teaspoon salt
• •0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• •0.3 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• •2 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.

2. 2

   In a very large bowl, combine the cut Italian sausage, bell peppers, red onion, broccoli florets, and sliced carrots.

3. 3

   Drizzle the olive oil over the sausage and vegetables. Add the garlic powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Toss everything thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with oil and seasonings.

4. 4

   Spread the sausage and vegetable mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure not to overcrowd the pan; if necessary, use two baking sheets to allow for proper roasting and browning.

5. 5

   Roast for 15 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, toss the ingredients, and return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes, or until the sausage is cooked through and browned, and the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly caramelized.

6. 6

   Once cooked, remove from the oven. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

• 💡**Don't Overcrowd:** A common mistake with sheet pan meals is overcrowding. If your pan is too full, the ingredients will steam instead of roast, leading to soggy vegetables. Use two pans if needed, ensuring a single layer.
• 💡**Even Cuts:** For even cooking, try to cut your vegetables and sausage into similar-sized pieces. This ensures everything finishes cooking around the same time.
• 💡**Experiment with Veggies:** Feel free to swap in other quick-cooking vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, or asparagus. For root vegetables like potatoes or sweet potatoes, cut them smaller or par-boil them briefly before adding to the sheet pan to ensure they cook through.
• 💡**Sausage Choice:** Any type of raw sausage (chicken, turkey, or pork) works well. Adjust seasoning slightly if using pre-seasoned sausages.
• 💡**Easy Cleanup:** Lining your sheet pan with parchment paper or foil makes cleanup a breeze.