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Easy Sheet Pan Sausage Recipe with Summer Squash and Peppers for Perfect Weeknight Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan meal featuring Italian sausage, summer squash, and bell peppers roasted to perfection for a flavorful and fuss-free weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy), casings removed if preferred
  • 2 medium summer squash, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds or half-moons
  • 2 large bell peppers (mixed colors such as red, yellow, or orange), sliced into 1-inch strips
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. If using sausage links, remove casings and crumble into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Slice summer squash into half-inch thick rounds or half-moons; cut bell peppers into 1-inch strips; wedge the red onion; mince the garlic.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine summer squash, bell peppers, red onion, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Nestle the sausage pieces evenly among the veggies, leaving space for roasting.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the sheet pan and use tongs or a spatula to flip the sausage and gently toss the vegetables.
  8. Return to the oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes until sausage is browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F/71°C) and vegetables are tender with golden edges.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
  10. Let the sheet pan rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper caramelization. Use room temperature ingredients for even cooking. Flip sausage and veggies halfway through roasting to prevent burning and promote even browning. Mince garlic finely to avoid bitterness. If sausage browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil. Warming the baking sheet before adding food can add extra sizzle.

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