Ingredients:
- 1 lb sausage links (Italian sausage, chicken sausage, or your preferred type)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 apples, cored and sliced (any variety, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 2 teaspoons fresh)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
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Prepare the ingredients:
- Slice the sausage links into bite-sized pieces (if using links).
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into 1-inch chunks.
- Core and slice the apples into wedges or slices.
- Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts.
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Toss the veggies and sausage:
- In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, apples, and Brussels sprouts.
- Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic powder, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Toss everything together until well-coated.
- Arrange the seasoned vegetables and apple slices evenly on the prepared sheet pan.
- Add the sausage pieces on top of the vegetables.
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Roast:
- Place the sheet pan in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the sausage is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and caramelized.
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Optional finishing touch:
- Drizzle a bit of honey over the roasted mixture for a sweet finish, if desired.
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Serve:
- Enjoy as a complete meal straight from the sheet pan!
This dish is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. The sausage adds savory richness, while the sweet potatoes, apples, and Brussels sprouts provide a nice balance of sweetness and earthiness.
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