Italian Sausage Bake

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Savor the comforting flavors of this Italian Sausage Bake, a vibrant, one-pan dish that combines juicy Italian sausage with a medley of roasted vegetables, gooey melted cheeses, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe features hearty ingredients like zucchini, red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and onions tossed in olive oil and seasoned with dried oregano and basil. Nestled among the veggies, the sausages roast to perfection, soaking up their flavors. A final layer of mozzarella and Parmesan adds a golden, bubbly finish that’s utterly irresistible. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crusty bread or a crisp side salad, this easy, oven-baked recipe delivers bold Italian-inspired flavors in under an hour.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 6 links Italian sausage (mild or spicy, as preferred)
• 2 Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Yellow onion, sliced
• 2 Zucchini, cut into half-moons
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Lightly grease a large baking dish or sheet pan with olive oil.

3. In a mixing bowl, combine the red bell peppers, onion, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and minced garlic. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and season with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

4. Transfer the seasoned vegetables into the prepared baking dish, spreading them out into an even layer.

5. Nestle the Italian sausage links among the vegetables in the baking dish.

6. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the sausages for added moisture during baking.

7. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, turning the sausages halfway through for even cooking.

8. After 30 minutes, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the dish.

9. Return the dish to the oven and bake an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sausages are fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F / 71°C).

10. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

11. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve hot alongside crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (350.9g)

Calories		573
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		46.7 g	60%
	Saturated Fat	16.5 g	82%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		100 mg	33%
Sodium		1737 mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate		13.3 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	2.8 g	10%
	Total Sugars	5.6 g
Protein		31.2 g	62%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		383 mg	29%
Iron		2.8 mg	16%
Potassium		763 mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1676 cal (70.2%%)

Protein: 500 cal (20.9%%)

Carbs: 212 cal (8.9%%)