Spicy Sheet-Pan Sausage and Squash Recipe (2024)

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Betty

Added onion and Granny Smith apple-very good addition

Elizabeth

My 7 year old calls this meal "squasages". Use that as you will.

Olivia

This recipe was great and so easy. Added 10 shallots, cut in half, skin on and they came out caramelized and delicious. Cooked for 30 minutes on 425, broiled for two minutes.

Sue L

This is absolutely scrumptious--even if you cube the butternut or--shock! horror!--buy it precut or use (ditto) acorn squash.Dare I add that I especially loved Ms. Slagle's instruction to "carefully dump" the squash and sausages onto the baking sheet? It reads like a contradiction in terms, but it makes total sense!

Denise

I could eat this every week. Instead of spicy sausages, I used sausages made with parmasean, romano, rosemary and dried cherries. I also followed the advice of others and added sliced garlic and shallots and garbanzo beans to the sausage/squash (pre-cut!!) mix. Next time I will chop the parsley before mixing it with lemon and salt. Served everything on arugula.

Delia_ATL

Pay special attention to making sure this is arranged in a single layer on the pan, so you do not inadvertently steam rather than bake your meal. I also highly recommend adding sliced red onion to the mix!

Crabapple

Very nice dish. Hands off once the pan is in the oven. I changed it up but applied the same principle: roasting veggies with sausage in high-heat oven. I added sweet potato, onion, carrot and parsnip (cut into same 1/2 inch thickness as butternut squash) and doused with olive oil, maple syrup, dried sage, salt and pepper. Roasted for 15 min before adding the sausage. Delicious and autumnal!!

Geteb

The kitchen smells so good! Added ~10 shallots, sliced & ~ 5 garlic, sliced & 2 tsps smoked paprika. Served over arugula. Had some frozen beef chorizo (not links) on hand so added that to the chicken andouille sausage - yummy. Don't skimp on the parsley & lemon - lends needed acidity. Might try adding garbanzo beans next time. Sounds like it might be a good textural addition.

jmee

I added some sliced shallots to the sheet pan mix and then served over arugula tossed with the lemon juice, some pepitas and crumbled goat cheese. We practically licked our plates clean.

Bet

Could you roast chickpeas with the sausage and squash instead of adding them at the end?

Evelyn

Delicious! Made with yams and carrots instead of squash and that worked well. Don't skip the parsley and lemon - they really do add a lot to the dish.

Colin Bartlett

This was delicious. I used delicata squash, sliced into half-centimeter semi-circles.

c marvin

My version: the recipe plus sliced red pepper and for finishing, generous sprinkle with ground coriander and freshly grated nutmeg. Deepens the flavor wonderfully.

Donna Blumenthal

Great. Spicy chicken sausage from Trader Joe’s. Precut squash. Very easy. Parsley optional

yz

what amazes me is that this is how my grandmother and my mother cooked....i just thought everyone knew this method...

Eliza

Add fresh sage and serve with warm crispy bread. Delightful and easy.

Anne

Delish as written and has become a favorite. Do not skip the lemon and parsley! For fun today added some Ras El Hanout seasoning and a sliced red onion to the squash and served over rice with raisins, nuts and cinnamon. A great variation to a wonderful basic recipe.

javeliner

vegetarian, but this sounded so good i couldn’t resist trying it—if anyone else is so inclined, Field Roast’s chipotle veg sausages went crazy. followed the recipe exactly besides adding a red onion cut into 8ths through the root end and topped with feta.

Sharon

Made this last night with homegrown kabocha squash and sausages flown home from Franklin BBQ in Austin. Followed others' suggestions and added some mediocre apples and shallots. Everyone exclaimed about how great it was. We agreed with other commenters that the lemon adds much-needed acid, but the parsley just didn't work from us. Next time I may up the lemon or add some nice finishing vinegar at the end.

Rita

Nuke the entire squash in microwave (high) for 10 minutes, then allow to cool.Skin will come off easily and squash will be easy to cut. Precut squash is a tempting time-saver, but quickly gets slimy. Better to cook yourself. But I’m always surprised at how expensive it is. Love adding apples and onions to this. May go a little crazy and try adding fennel. I eat it wish honey mustard as a condiment.

rachel

Add shallot and garlic to sheet pan. Put over arugula. Add fresh pepper. Perfection.

Jgmc

Easy and good. Added some onion as other reviewers suggested, as well as a few potatoes.

Nick K.

Made with a mix of carrots, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash. Served over arugula/parsley mix. Delish!

Marcie

Use acorn squash. Add onion, apple, spinachCook 30 - 40 min. At 450

Rietta

This was surprisingly good and complex for how easy it was. I had bought good quality pork sausages (we usually do chicken) and am sure that helped. Mine were a looser not hard cased sausage like in the picture and it still worked great. Added a lot of onion which went perfectly. Lemon is a really nice addition. I didn’t have parsley but we served it on a bed of lightly chopped arugula and it was fantastic - off set the sweetness and tanginess perfectly.

Nancy Ottum

Absolutely delicious in its simplicity! The lemon was a surprising addition that really perked the squash up! I like the idea of adding apple that was suggested earlier. Will make again!

eat drink and be merry

This was delicious- after reading multiple reviews/ notes… here’s my take.. definitely red onion instead of shallots, AND a chopped large leek and multicolored carrots. No garlic needed( and I love garlic!)served over a naked spring mix salad with the parsley lemon( a must for this recipe) garnished on top of the plates… I let my guests put the parsley mixture to their taste. A definite keeper! Sooooo delicious and healthy!

Heather W.

Served on sautéed kale. Delicious. Lemon and parsley make the dish.

Gretchen Manzo

This was easy and resulted in a delicious melody of flavors. I have a bunch of stuff from my garden that I need to use and this recipe was a perfect vehicle. I added 2 not so big leeks, carrot, small can of chick peas and an apple to the roasting pan. This probably added water to the roasting and inhibited crispiness though. I had mixed lettuce, so I used that with some feta and a little balsamic honey dressing. Laid the roasted stuff on top and then the parsley and lemon. Thank you.

Mitsa Lasky

I did what others suggested: apple and onion; I used Delicata squash instead of butternut with chicken sausage -(tomato,feta and spinach) from farmers market. I had fresh sage and torn it into pieces on top. I did (after 25 minutes) put under broiler on low. I had to stop myself from eating the whole tray. I used parchment paper which made for an easier cleanup. Also- I slathered everything with olive oil, garlic salt, pepper and mixed with my hands to distribute all the wonderful spices.

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Spicy Sheet-Pan Sausage and Squash Recipe (2024)

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How do you make spicy sausage less spicy? ›

6 Tips to Fix Dishes That Are Too Spicy
  1. Add Dairy. There's a lot of hype about using milk to help provide relief from spicy foods, and for good reason. ...
  2. Use Citrus. ...
  3. Add Nuts or Nut Butters. ...
  4. Sprinkle in Sugar. ...
  5. Add Starch or Grains. ...
  6. Dilute It.
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Is andouille sausage spicy? ›

D'Artagnan andouille is a spicy, smoked sausage made with humanely raised heritage-breed pork and a blend of traditional Southern spices. A trio of red chiles along with garlic, brown sugar, and hardwood smoke give our andouille its authentic flavor.

What cancels out spicy taste? ›

Add more vegetables, protein, or starches, too — whatever ingredient you have extra of.
  1. Add dairy. Dairy is great at counteracting spiciness and can add a nice cooling effect. ...
  2. Add a sweetener. Like acid, sugar or other sweeteners add a different element of flavor that can tame spiciness. ...
  3. Add nut butter.

What neutralizes spicy? ›

Balancing it with an acid can help neutralize the molecule's activity. This means drinking or eating something acidic — such as lemonade, limeade, orange juice or a tomato-based food item or drink — may also help cool your mouth down. (Milk is also acidic, by the way.) DO down some carbs.

What's the difference between Italian sausage and spicy Italian sausage? ›

"The spices in fresh Italian sausages are basic—fennel is an absolute must. And the most notable difference between sweet and hot Italian sausages are simply crushed red pepper flakes."

What is the difference between Cajun and Andouille sausage? ›

TRUE andouille sausage, a product of France, is made with the small intestines and stomach lining of hogs. Cajun andouille is made with lean pork, black pepper, and garlic. We'll take the latter — no matter what the Small Intestines and Stomach Lining Association says.

What sausage is closest to andouille? ›

Chorizo Chorizo is a good substitute for andouille's distinctly smoky flavour. Polish kielbasa is another substitute that you can use. Although it does not have an intense smoky flavour, kielbasa does carry a similar richness to andouille.

Is it necessary to peel butternut squash before cooking? ›

You can eat the skin, so there's no need to peel it. Simply halve it, scoop out the seeds and chop it into chunks, then roast it and add it to a warm winter salad or throw it into curries, stews or soups. You can also roast the seeds and eat them as a snack or sprinkled over a finished dish.

Are you supposed to eat the seeds in butternut squash? ›

Though it may come as a surprise, all types of squash seeds are edible and contain nutritional benefits. You can enjoy butternut squash seeds, acorn squash seeds and spaghetti squash seeds in all ways that pumpkin seeds can be enjoyed, and use them to add a unique and tasty flavor to your dishes.

Are you supposed to remove seeds from squash? ›

You can peel and scoop out squash seeds and fibers before or after cooking (usually this is easier after cooking, unless your recipe requires you to cut the uncooked squash into cubes).

Is it better to cook sausages in the oven or pan? ›

One of the healthiest ways to cook sausages is in the oven. It's super easy to do, and unlike frying or grilling, baking sausages doesn't require any extra oil.

Should I boil sausages before pan frying? ›

As mentioned before, boiling sausages isn't ideal if you want the sausages to have a lot of flavour. However, there is a simple way to add more flavour to boiled sausages: fry them. Dry the boiled sausages and then put them in a pan of hot oil. Since they are already cooked, you won't need to fry them for very long.

Do you put water in the pan when cooking sausage? ›

Fill skillet with enough water to reach a quarter of the way up sides of sausages. Simmer, covered, until sausages are cooked through and water evaporates, 10 to 15 minutes. (If sausages have cooked through but water has not evaporated, uncover, and continue to cook until water evaporates.)

How do you tone down spicy chorizo? ›

  1. Remove the seeds and membranes: The seeds and membranes of the poblano pepper contain the highest concentration of capsaicin, the chemical compound that makes peppers spicy. ...
  2. Roast or grill the peppers: Roasting or grilling poblano peppers can help to mellow out their heat and bring out their natu.
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How do you adjust to spicy food? ›

How to Raise Your Spice Tolerance
  1. 1 Start small with mildly spicy food.
  2. 2 Eat something spicy every week.
  3. 3 Increase the heat over time.
  4. 4 Eat different kinds of spicy food.
  5. 5 Go out with friends who like spicy food.
  6. 6 Drink milk to stop the spice in its tracks.
  7. 7 Drink ice water or acidic drinks if you have no milk.

Does sugar help with spicy food? ›

Both honey and granulated sugar are effective in neutralizing a fiery mouth. Combining sugar with dairy can be very effective - think ice cream or flan. Lime juice, tomato juice or lemon juice can help relieve the burning sensation, which is why many recipes made with peppers incorporate an acidic component.

Why do sausages taste spicy? ›

Some sausage makers add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the seasoning to give it this extra flavor that dances on your tastebuds.

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