Hearty One-Pan Sausage and Potato Casserole

• 6 to 8 sausages (Italian pork, chicken, or beef sausages, cut into 2-inch pieces)
• 4 to 5 medium potatoes (washed and cut into cubes or wedges)
• 2 bell peppers (one red, one green, seeded and sliced into strips)
• 1 large yellow or red onion, sliced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried thyme, rosemary, and oregano)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Optional: Fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) to ensure crispy potatoes and golden-brown sausages.

2. 2

   Prep the Veggies: In a large bowl, combine the cubed potatoes, sliced bell peppers, and sliced onions.

3. 3

   Season: Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, then sprinkle with the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until well coated.

4. 4

   Arrange on a Baking Sheet: Spread the potato and vegetable mixture evenly onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper (or into a large roasting dish).

5. 5

   Add the Sausages: Place the raw sausage pieces directly over the top of the vegetables, distributing them evenly.

6. 6

   Bake: Bake in the oven for 45 to 50 minutes. Halfway through cooking (around the 25-minute mark), take the pan out and gently flip the sausages and potatoes to ensure even cooking and browning.

7. 7

   Serve: Remove from the oven once the potatoes are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, and the sausages are fully cooked. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot!