Sheet Pan Autumn Sausage and Apple Dinner
A flavorful and easy sheet pan dinner featuring Italian sausage, crisp apples, and sweet red onion, seasoned with fragrant herbs. Perfect for a quick and satisfying autumn meal.
Equipment
- Large baking sheet
- Large bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or hot, your preference), cut into 1-inch pieces if links
- 2 large firm apples (such as Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala), cored and cut into 1-inch wedges
- 1 large red onion cut into 1-inch wedges
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Sweetness
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey for a touch more sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Combine and Season
- In a large bowl, combine the sausage pieces, apple wedges, and red onion wedges.
- Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; add maple syrup or honey if desired. Toss gently until everything is well coated.
Roast and Serve
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring adequate space for even roasting.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring and flipping halfway through, until the sausage is cooked and the apples and onions are tender and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately while hot.
Notes
For crisper vegetables, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet; use two sheets if necessary to ensure sufficient space between ingredients.