Roasted Sausage with Artichoke
Prep
15 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and practically cooks itself. I love roasting Italian sausages with fresh artichoke hearts, red onion, and aromatics until everything gets caramelized and tender. Artichokes are packed with fiber and antioxidants, so you're getting something truly nourishing alongside that savory, herbaceous flavor. The best part? You literally toss everything on a sheet pan with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then let the oven do the work while you relax. It's simple, satisfying, and always impresses, even though it requires minimal effort on your part.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 8italian sausages(about 2 lbs total)
- ¾ kgfresh artichoke hearts(halved)
- 1red onion(cut into wedges)
- 6garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 3 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
- 2 sprigsfresh rosemary
- 3 sprigsfresh thyme
- 1lemon(juiced)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspooncracked black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large roasting pan with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
Tip: A hot oven ensures the sausages brown nicely while the artichokes become tender.
- 2
Arrange the sausages, artichoke halves, and red onion wedges in the roasting pan, spacing them evenly so they roast rather than steam.
Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan; leave some space between pieces for even cooking.
- 3
Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the sausages and vegetables. Scatter the minced garlic, rosemary sprigs, and thyme sprigs across the top.
Tip: Reserve a pinch of fresh herbs to garnish at the end for brighter flavor.
- 4
Season generously with sea salt and cracked black pepper. Squeeze the lemon juice over everything and toss gently to coat.
Tip: The lemon juice prevents the artichokes from browning too quickly and adds bright acidity.
- 5
Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sausages are cooked through and the artichokes are golden and tender.
Tip: Pierce a sausage with a knife; if juices run clear, they're done.
- 6
Remove the pan from the oven. Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the roasted ingredients and gently toss to combine.
Tip: The hot vegetables will slightly reduce the vinegar, creating a glaze.
- 7
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Transfer to a serving platter and serve hot.
Tip: Serve with crusty bread or over creamy polenta for a complete meal.
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