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Quick Crispy Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers

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A quick and easy sheet pan recipe featuring crispy Italian sausage and roasted bell peppers, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Italian sausage links (mild or spicy)
  • 3 medium bell peppers (mixed colors: red, yellow, green)
  • 1 large red onion, sliced into wedges
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • A handful of fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Wash and dry the bell peppers, then cut them into 1-inch strips. Peel and slice the red onion into wedges of similar size. Place both in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the bowl. Toss everything together until the peppers and onion are evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the sausage links on a rimmed sheet pan in a single layer. Nestle the pepper and onion mixture around and between the sausages.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  6. After 20 minutes, use tongs to flip the sausage links and gently stir the peppers and onions.
  7. Return to the oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes until the sausage is golden-brown and the peppers are softened with some charred edges.
  8. Check the sausage for doneness; it should be cooked through with no pink inside. Use a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 160°F (71°C) internally.
  9. Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top.
  10. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and juices to redistribute.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure crispiness. Flip sausages halfway through cooking for even browning. If oven runs hot, reduce temperature to 400°F and increase cooking time slightly. Resting the dish after roasting helps juices redistribute. For cleanup, line the sheet pan with foil or parchment paper. Use leaner sausage options to reduce fat content. This recipe is naturally dairy-free and gluten-free if sausages are gluten-free.

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