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Crispy Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring crispy Italian sausage and caramelized bell peppers, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with bold flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage links (sweet or spicy, natural casing preferred)
  • 3 medium bell peppers (assorted colors: red, yellow, green), sliced into 1-inch strips
  • 1 large red onion, sliced into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Splash of balsamic vinegar or lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and core the bell peppers, then slice into 1-inch strips. Peel the red onion and cut into wedges about the same size as the peppers. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add olive oil, garlic, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper to the bowl with the veggies. Toss everything well so the peppers and onions are evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between pieces to allow roasting rather than steaming.
  5. Place the Italian sausage links on top of the vegetables so the sausage juices drip down and flavor the peppers as they cook.
  6. Roast in the oven for about 25 minutes, then use tongs to turn the sausages and stir the veggies for even cooking.
  7. Roast another 10-15 minutes until the sausage is browned and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 160°F or 71°C), and the peppers are tender with some charred edges.
  8. Optional: Drizzle with a splash of balsamic vinegar or lemon juice right before serving.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
  10. Serve immediately with crusty bread, over pasta, or alongside a simple green salad.

Notes

Let sausage sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before roasting for even cooking and crispier skin. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent soggy peppers. Flip sausages halfway through cooking. If peppers aren’t softening enough, cover loosely with foil for last 5 minutes. Rest for 5 minutes before serving. For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with seasoned tofu or seitan.

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