Roasted Sausages with Apples & Red Onions

This comforting one-pan dish combines savory sausages with sweet apples and caramelized onions—perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or cozy weekend meal.

Ingredients

• 4–6 good-quality pork or chicken sausages

• 2 medium red onions, cut into wedges

• 2 firm apples (such as Braeburn or Granny Smith), cored and cut into wedges

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey

• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Optional: 1 tbsp whole grain mustard for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. In a large bowl, toss onion and apple wedges with olive oil, maple syrup, thyme, salt, and pepper.

3. Arrange sausages and apple-onion mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet.

4. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway, until sausages are cooked through and apples/onions are tender and caramelized.

5. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with mustard if desired.

Tips

• Choose sausages with herbs like sage or apple for extra flavor harmony.

• Add sliced potatoes or carrots to make it a complete meal.

• Serve with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.

Enjoy this sweet-savory autumn-inspired dish!