Smoked Sausage and Vegetable Bake

This is one of those dishes I make when I want something quick and easy and don't want to wash a bunch of pots and pans.  Everything bakes together in one pan for easy cleanup.

You can substitute whatever vegetables you have on hand.  I've made this with asparagus, zucchini, corn on the cob cut into sections, cherry tomatoes, etc.  Whatever your heart desires, toss it in.

Hint:  Make sure you slice the potatoes thinly so they will get tender, or steam them before hand.  The quick cooking time prevents the other vegetables from over cooking and turning to mush.  I like my peppers to still have some crunch!

Here's what you'll need:

Preheat your oven to 375.  Then get to slicing!  Cut the peppers and onions into strips, thinly slice the potatoes, cut the squash into 1/2 coins, and cut the sausage into 2-3 inch sections.  I leave the green beans whole, but feel free to cut them in half if you want. 

Throw everyone in a baking dish.  I like to use this chicken roasting pan so I have room to get it mixed up without using another bowl.  Less mess is best. 

In a small bowl, mix together a tablespoon of onion soup mix (the Lipton variety), a tablespoon ranch dressing mix, and a tablespoon of paprika.

Drizzle 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil over the veggies.  Sprinkle on the seasoning and toss to coat. 

Cover with foil, leaving one corner folded back like so.  Bake at 375 for 35 mins.

I like to serve this with a side of carbs.  Ha!  Pasta salad goes well with this and makes for a colorful, semi healthy meal.  :)

Hope you'll give it a try!

Smoked Sausage and Vegetable Bake

• 1 lb smoked sausage, cut into 2-3 inch pieces
• 1/2 green bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1/2 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1/2 sweet onion, cut into strips
• 3 small squash, cut into 1/2 inch coins
• 3 small potatoes, cut into thin slices
• 1/2 package of sliced mushrooms
• 1/2 bag green beans
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon onion soup mix
• 1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix
• 1 tablespoon paprika

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Slice all the vegetables and sausage.  Place in a large baking dish.  Drizzle olive oil over the top. 

In a small bowl, mix together the onion soup mix, ranch dressing mix, and paprika.

Sprinkle seasoning over the vegetables and sausage.  Toss to coat.

Cover with foil, leaving one corner turned back.  Bake at 375 for 35 minutes.

Enjoy!!!