Ingredients
Smoked sausage: sliced into rounds look for high-quality links with lots of flavor from a butcher or deli
Butternut squash: peeled and diced pick squash that feels heavy for its size and has uniform tan skin
Red bell pepper: diced choose a pepper that feels firm with glossy skin for the sweetest flavor
Yellow bell pepper: diced offers a mellow sweetness and extra color look for a smooth unblemished surface
Small onion: chopped adds aromatic base and savory depth to every bite
Olive oil: a quality extra virgin olive oil boosts richness and helps with even roasting
Smoked paprika: intensifies the smoky notes go for Spanish smoked paprika if you can find it
Garlic powder: infuses the veggies with mild garlicky punch
Dried thyme: brings an earthy herby lift reaching every bite
Salt and pepper: taste as you go start light and adjust before serving
Fresh parsley: chopped for garnish look for perky leaves to add fresh color and a pop of herbal brightness
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep the Veggies and Sausage:
Dice the squash into evenly-sized cubes slice sausage into coins dice peppers and chop onion. Uniform sizes ensure everything roasts at the same speed.
Combine on the Pan:
Arrange sausage squash peppers and onion in a single layer on a large sheet pan to help with even caramelization.
Add Olive Oil and Seasonings:
Drizzle olive oil evenly over all ingredients. Sprinkle on smoked paprika garlic powder dried thyme salt and pepper. Toss everything right on the pan until every piece shines with oil and seasoning.
Spread Out for Roasting:
Spread the coated ingredients in a single even layer. Crowding the pan will steam instead of roast so take time to space out the pieces.
Roast to Perfection:
Place the sheet pan in a preheated oven at four hundred degrees Fahrenheit. After fifteen minutes gently stir to expose new sides to the heat. Continue roasting another ten to fifteen minutes until the squash is fork-tender and sausage is browned in spots.
Garnish and Serve:
Transfer immediately to plates and sprinkle on fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor.
A dish of sausage, peppers and butternut squash.
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You Must Know
High fiber thanks to squash and veggies
Minimal cleanup everything bakes on one tray
Meal-prep friendly holds up well for days
My favorite part is the sweet roasted edge on the butternut squash. It always reminds me of autumn Sunday dinners at my grandma’s house where we all fought over the caramelized pieces.
