# What You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 4 Italian sausages (pork, chicken, or plant-based)
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes
03 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
04 - 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
05 - 1 large red onion, peeled and cut into thick wedges
06 - 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Seasonings & Oil
07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F and prepare a large sheet pan lined with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine butternut squash, carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and red onion. Drizzle with olive oil and season with kosher salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
03 - Evenly spread the seasoned vegetables on the sheet pan and nestle the sausages among them.
04 - Cook in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, turning sausages and stirring vegetables halfway through, until sausages are fully cooked and vegetables are caramelized and tender.
05 - Remove from oven, plate the sausages and vegetables, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
