Baked Sausages with Apples Sheet Pan Dinner
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Served Person: 4
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 lb fingerling potatoes
- 1/2 lb baby carrots
- 4 large pork sausages
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary chopped
- 2 large apples cored and cut into cubes i used granny smith
- 1 large red onion cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp sage leaves chopped
- Carbohydrate 45.7834715524967 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 3.00155618608551 g
- Fiber 6.66460325497742 g
- Protein 4.61116172375681 g
- Saturated Fat 0.501204036862386 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (319g)
- Sodium 80.0647276292792 mg
- Sugar 39.1188682975193 g
- Trans Fat 0.215977872579395 g
- Calories 220 calories
Baked Sausages with Apples Sheet Pan Dinner: A Weeknight Winner
As a busy working mom, finding time to cook a healthy and delicious dinner can feel like a monumental task. Between school pick-ups, after-school activities, and the never-ending to-do list, the last thing I want is to spend hours in the kitchen. That’s why sheet pan dinners have become my absolute lifesaver. They’re quick, easy, and require minimal cleanup – a trifecta that any busy mom can appreciate!
This Baked Sausages with Apples Sheet Pan Dinner is a perfect example. It's a complete meal in one pan, featuring savory sausages, sweet apples, and tender vegetables all roasted to perfection. The best part? It takes less than 15 minutes to prep and about 30 minutes to bake, leaving me with plenty of time to spend with my family. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is incredibly satisfying, and the kids love it too – which is always a bonus!
Why I Love This Recipe:
- One-pan convenience: Minimal cleanup is a huge win in my book!
- Quick and easy: Perfect for busy weeknights.
- Delicious flavor combination: The sweet apples balance perfectly with the savory sausages.
- Healthy and nutritious: Packed with vegetables and protein.
- Kid-approved: My picky eaters gobble this up!
Tips and Variations:
- Choose your sausages: I prefer pork sausages, but you can use chicken, turkey, or even vegetarian sausages.
- Experiment with apples: Granny Smith apples are my favorite for this recipe, but you can use any type you like.
- Add other vegetables: Feel free to add other vegetables like Brussels sprouts, broccoli, or bell peppers.
- Spice it up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Make it ahead: Prep the vegetables and sausages ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake.
This Baked Sausages with Apples Sheet Pan Dinner isn't just a quick and easy meal; it’s a delicious and satisfying one that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're short on time but craving a flavorful and healthy dinner, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up all the delicious juices.
- Add a simple green salad for a lighter meal.
- Enjoy it as a standalone dish – it’s hearty enough on its own.
I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do. Let me know in the comments how it turns out!
Step-by-step
- Preheat the oven to 400 F degrees.
- In a large bowl combine the apple cubes, fingerling potatoes, baby carrots, onion, sage and rosemary.
- Drizzle the honey and olive oil over, season generously with salt and pepper then toss really well so that everything is coated.
- Arrange the veggies and apples in a large shallow roasting pan.
- Arrange the sausages in and around the vegetables.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
