Ina Garten's Roasted Sausages, Peppers, and Onions {The Very Best Recipe for Sausages, Peppers, & Onions}! (2024)

Ina Garten's Roasted Sausages, Peppers, and Onions {The Very Best Recipe for Sausages, Peppers, & Onions}! (1)

This is, without a doubt, the very best recipe for making Sausages with Peppers and Onions! I can say this with absolutely certainty because sausage with peppers and onions is one of my all-time favorite meals and I have certainly made my fair share.

I've made sausage with peppers and onions on the stove top and on the grill, but never in the oven. All I can say is...WOW, this dish is THE recipe for sausage, peppers & onions. Throw out all other recipes. This is incredible and is going to be one of my favorite recipes of 2020!

Not only is this THE BEST way to make this dish, but it is also the easiest! Doesn't everyone love a sheet pan dinner?

All you need to do is buy a mix of sausages, 1 pound of sweet and 1 pound of hot. Cut up some bell peppers, poblano peppers, hot peppers (if you like), some onions and garlic, slice up some fennel if you like, coat it in some oil and Italian seasonings and roast it all, separately, for about 20 minutes, before mixing it all, splashing it all with a little white wine, and roasting it for another 20 minutes.

Ina serves her sausages with polenta and I'm sure that's delicious. I served mine with pierogi (that's how we usually eat ours). You could serve this with mashed potatoes or pasta, even rice, I suppose. You could also serve it on a hoagie roll. The sky is the limit really!

Ina Garten's Roasted Sausages, Peppers, and Onions {The Very Best Recipe for Sausages, Peppers, & Onions}! (2)

There's one more thing about this recipe that makes it a winner...LEFTOVERS! DO NOT skimp on this recipe or cut it in half thinking that you can't eat 2 pounds of sausage with peppers and onions! Yes, you can, and you'll want to! One of the best parts about this recipe is that you'll have enough for dinner and then you'll have enough sausage and peppers and onions leftover to make a killer breakfast the next morning OR mix it with pasta the next night for dinner OR put it in a hoagie and eat it as a sandwich OR anything else your heart desires. It is extremely versatile AND it will only taste better the next day when the flavors have a chance to meld overnight!

So, this recipe gets the chef's kiss AND wins the award for one of my very best recipes of the year! I know that I will be cooking this time after time after time, and you should too! I VERY highly recommend it! Thanks, Ina!

I'm so happy to end this year of cooking with one of my favorite dishes of the year! Next week I will be doing a roundup of my Top Ten favorite recipes of the year!

Ina Garten's Roasted Sausages, Peppers, and Onions {The Very Best Recipe for Sausages, Peppers, & Onions}! (3)


Roasted Sausages, Peppers, & Onions

Adapted from Modern Comfort Food

by Ina Garten

Serves 6

2 large yellow onions, cut in 1/2" wide wedges through the core

2 large red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and cut in 1/2" strips

2 large orange bell peppers, cored, seeded, and cut in 1/2" strips

2 large poblano peppers, seeded and cut into 1/4" strips

1 medium fennel bulb, halved, cored, and sliced crosswise 1/4" thick

2 tablespoons minced garlic

1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed in your hands or

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

salt and freshly ground black pepper

good olive oil

1 pound sweet Italian sausage

1 pound hot Italian sausage

1 pint red cherry tomatoes

1/3 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio

1/2 cup julienned fresh basil leaves

Freshly grated Italian Parmesan cheese, for serving

Notes: I cut the amount of bell peppers in half and didn't use the fennel or the cherry tomatoes. I also added slices of serrano pepper for heat. I didn't have oregano so I used about 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. All of my changes worked perfectly and I think there is room for you to customize this recipe as you like. The one thing I will say is to take care with how you cut your vegetables. You do want them to be cut like she suggests in this recipe. If they are cut too big, they won't cook down as well and if they're cut too small they could burn.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Arrange two racks evenly spaced in the oven.

Put the onions, bell peppers, poblano peppers, fennel, garlic, oregano (or Italian seasoning), 1 tablespoons of salt, and 1-1/2 teaspoons black pepper in a large (14 x 8-inch), shallow roasting pan. Add 1/4 cup olive oil and toss well. (Don't crowd everything in a smaller pan; the vegetables won't brown.) Separately, on a sheet pan, toss the sausages with 2 tablespoons olive oil and spread them out in one layer. Place both pans in the oven for 20 minutes.

Toss the vegetables and transfer the sausages to the roasting pan. Add the tomatoes. Pour in the wine and roast for another 25 to 30 minutes (I cooked mine only for 20 more minutes and they were perfect), turning the sausages to brown evenly. Off the heat, sprinkle on the basil (I didn't have any so I skipped this step), toss well, taste for seasonings, and serve hot with grated Parmesan on the side.

Ina Garten's Roasted Sausages, Peppers, and Onions {The Very Best Recipe for Sausages, Peppers, & Onions}! (4)

Ina Garten's Roasted Sausages, Peppers, and Onions {The Very Best Recipe for Sausages, Peppers, & Onions}! (5)

Ina Garten's Roasted Sausages, Peppers, and Onions {The Very Best Recipe for Sausages, Peppers, & Onions}! (2024)

FAQs

Should I cook peppers and onions at the same time? ›

Cook for 1-2 minutes. Note we like to start cooking the pepper first (before the onion) because it takes longer for pepper to cook down to the same softness. Add the onion to the same pan and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until it's just starting to soften.

What to eat with sausage peppers and onions? ›

Added Bonus: Side Dishes and Drinks Best Paired with Sausage and Peppers
  • Broccoli with Red Pepper Flakes.
  • Chicken with Creamy Mascarpone Sauce in a Large Skillet.
  • Italian Stuffed Calamari Recipe in Tomato Sauce.
  • Homemade Hoagie Rolls.
  • Fresh Lemon Juice.
  • Marsala Wine.
  • Steak and Mushroom Ancient Grain Risotto.
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What is the trinity of onions peppers? ›

To those who worship at the church of Louisiana cuisine, onions, peppers, and celery are their Holy Trinity. Together, these simple yet flavorful ingredients make the base of Cajun and Creole cuisine. This also makes it the foundation of the perfect menu for a New Orleans wedding or event.

What seasoning is good on bell peppers? ›

I love to use thyme on my sautéed bell peppers. But there are other herbs that also compliment the sweetness of them that you can use, too. Try adding basil, chives, cilantro, coriander, cumin, curry, garlic, marjoram, or rosemary to you bell peppers when cooking for more amazing flavor combinations.

Are peppers and onions good for inflammation? ›

For the most anti-inflammatory properties, choose red or yellow onions over white. Peppers: Bell peppers, like onions, also contain quercetin, while chili peppers are a powerful source of sinapic and ferulic acid, both of which reduce inflammation.

How long to cook sausage in the oven at 350 degrees? ›

For ovens set at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, cook your sausage links for a minimum of 25 minutes, turning each piece at 10-minute intervals, and keep in mind that larger links can take at least an hour to cook through completely.

Is it better to cook sausages in the oven or pan? ›

One of the healthiest ways to cook sausages is in the oven. It's super easy to do, and unlike frying or grilling, baking sausages doesn't require any extra oil.

Is it better to bake or broil sausages in the oven? ›

Oven: Once your broiler is warmed up, let your sausage sizzle for 10-12 minutes in your oven. If you're not using the broiler, bake for 18-20 minutes at 350 degrees. Stovetop: Cover your pan for 10-12 minutes and then remove the lid to cook for another 5-10 minutes.

Is spicy Italian sausage unhealthy? ›

According to the American Institute for Cancer Research, any amount of processed meat eaten regularly increases the risk of both stomach and colorectal cancers. It's why the AICR and other health organizations recommend limited consumption of processed meats like sausage, hot dogs, bacon and deli meat.

Are peppers and onions high in carbs? ›

One cup of peppers contains about 4 net grams of carbs and one cup of onions contains approximately 12 net grams. For this reason, you'll notice I usually add more peppers than onions to my dishes. I've found that adding a little bit of peppers and onions gives dishes awesome flavor and keeps the carb count down.

Are onions and bell peppers keto-friendly? ›

Vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes can be great for the keto diet since they have few carbs. In contrast, carrots, corn, green peas, and white potatoes are not keto-friendly since they contain a lot of starch, a type of carb.

Can peppers go next to onions? ›

Peppers and onions don't just pair well in the kitchen; pepper and onion companion plants are also perfect partners in the garden. Onions' strong aroma repels many garden pests and can keep deer and rabbits from browsing on your bell peppers.

Do you cook peppers and onions before meat? ›

Recipes Using Ground Beef, Peppers, And Onions

To cook ground beef with peppers and onions, there are two good options. You can start by sautéing the peppers and onions in oil or butter until the peppers are soft and the onion is translucent, then add the ground beef and continue to cook together.

Can you cook peppers and onions ahead of time? ›

Can I Make Sautéed Peppers & Onions Ahead? Yes! Cook then refrigerate them for up to 4 days. You can even use this recipe to meal prep a week of dinners with this plan.

When should you add pepper when cooking? ›

Seasoning meat and other proteins ahead of cooking also gives salt and pepper the time to penetrate the centre for full flavour impact. For more rapidly cooked meals, seasoning at the end is preferable. Many chefs specifically advise adding white pepper after cooking as overheating can make it bitter.

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