Roasted Sausage with Corn
Prep
15 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
One of my favorite weeknight dinners is this roasted sausage with corn, and honestly, it's so simple I can barely believe how good it tastes. Everything goes on one sheet pan, which means minimal cleanup and dinner ready in about fifty minutes total. Fresh corn is packed with fiber and antioxidants, making this hearty meal surprisingly nutritious. The combination of Italian sausage, sweet corn, and roasted peppers creates the most satisfying flavor, and since most of the ingredients are pantry staples, it won't break the bank either. This is the kind of dish I turn to when I want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 8italian sausage links(about 2 lbs)
- 710 mlfresh corn kernels(about 4-5 ears, shucked)
- 1red bell pepper(diced into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 mediumred onion(cut into wedges)
- 5garlic cloves(minced)
- 3 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoonsmoked paprika
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice(fresh squeezed)
- 2 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped, for garnish)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Pat the sausage links dry with paper towels and arrange them on a large sheet pan.
Tip: Dry sausages brown better and develop a nice caramelized exterior.
- 2
Drizzle the sausages with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and roast for 12-15 minutes until they begin to brown on the outside.
Tip: Don't worry if they're not fully cooked through yet; they'll finish cooking with the vegetables.
- 3
While the sausages roast, combine the corn kernels, bell pepper, red onion, and garlic in a bowl. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, thyme, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
Tip: Coating the vegetables with oil and seasonings ensures even roasting and maximum flavor.
- 4
Remove the sheet pan from the oven and push the partially cooked sausages to one side. Spread the vegetable mixture around them in an even layer.
Tip: Arranging vegetables in a single layer helps them caramelize rather than steam.
- 5
Return the pan to the oven and continue roasting for 18-22 minutes, stirring the vegetables halfway through, until the sausages are cooked through and the corn is lightly charred.
Tip: The sausages are ready when a meat thermometer reads 160°F internally.
- 6
Remove from the oven and drizzle the entire dish with fresh lemon juice, tossing gently to combine.
Tip: Lemon juice brightens the flavors and cuts through the richness of the sausage.
- 7
Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with fresh chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Tip: This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a fresh green salad.
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