Ingredients
– 1 pound Italian sausages (sweet or spicy)
– 2 medium fennel bulbs, trimmed and sliced
– 1 large onion, sliced
– 2 apples, cored and sliced
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
– Salt, to taste
– Pepper, to taste
– ½ cup apple cider
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Creating the One-Tray Sausage & Fennel Roast with Apple Cider Drizzle is straightforward. Follow these simple steps for a delicious outcome:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced fennel, onion, and apples.
3. Season: Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, and sprinkle with fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
4. Arrange on Tray: Spread the seasoned vegetables out on a large baking tray.
5. Add Sausages: Nestle the Italian sausages among the vegetables on the tray.
6. Bake: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes.
7. Make the Drizzle: While the tray is baking, whisk together the apple cider and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl.
8. Add Drizzle: After 25 minutes, remove the tray from the oven and carefully pour the apple cider mixture over the sausages and vegetables.
9. Finish Baking: Return the tray to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
10. Serve: Once done, remove the tray from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
By following these steps, you’ll create a meal that not only delights the palate but also fills the home with an irresistible aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 20g