Sheet-Pan Sausages With Caramelized Shallots and Apples Recipe (2024)

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Joel Snyder

This was a great concept. I streamlined and simplified a bit...like omitting the rosemary. The only other change I would make is just putting the sausages in with the onions and apples at the beginning. It would have meant slightly crispier sausages which is no bad thing, right? Also used three apples (golden delicious, granny smith, and fuji). Glad I did because the starch for this meal was latkes so the roasted apples did double duty and we ate them all. More sheet pan recipes please!

Laurel

Granny Smith apples went to mush and the Fuji were close behind. I would roast the shallot and sausages for 30 minutes then toss in the apples for 15. Great flavor overall, but the apple mush was less than presentable. Also, I would finely chop the rosemary and not bother with sprigs. Grey Poupon worked fine in the absence of whole-grain mustard. We used hot Chicken Italian sausages and they were lovely.

Katie Rose

This was so delicious!!! Made a few changes based on wanting to use up a couple things. Used a mixture of shallots and Spanish onions and also added two sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped) at the beginning. Also added horseradish mustard rather than whole grain and a few pinches of dried thyme instead of fresh rosemary. Did not have fresh Italian sausage, so instead used Mexican chorizo and kielbasa. I added the chorizo first and then 10 to 15 minutes later the kielbasa. Wow, rich and flavorful!

Brian

Whenever tossing ingredients in oil (and herbs/seasonings) for a sheet pan recipe, I recommend doing that step in a large mixing bowl, rather than on the pan itself. It's much easier to do in a bowl and results in more evenly coated ingredients.

lasagna bote

Add more apples. Use horseradish instead of mustard. Served with crusty bread.

Suzanne

Just two words...parchment paper

Erik

I found these Apple Gouda Chicken Sausages at Target last week. Definitely recommend as a substitute!

Jacquie

This really worked for us. I added some Brussels sprouts during the second roast period so I didn’t need a vegetable side dish.

Diane St.Clair

Loved this recipe! I added sliced purple cabbage to the sheet as well and it was delicious. Even my non-veggie eater ate the cabbage and apples. Easy weeknight recipe. It’s in heavy rotation now.

talia

Burnt the apples and shallots following recipe exactly. Would just add them when I flip the sausages and no earlier.

Jenn

Delicious and versatile. I’ve made this a few times and it’s always a favorite. Have used both fresh and cured sausages. I add potatoes and let that cook about 15 minutes before adding the onions and apples then follow the recipe as written. I’ve also tossed in broccoli at the same time as the sausage. With the potatoes as a starch, it’s a complete meal all cooked on one pan.

Hannah

Delicious!! Was grateful for the other cooks’ comments. I used 2 1/2 Fuji apples, sliced into larger wedges, ~1 inch. I put everything on the tray at the beginning, roasted 30 min. The shallots were a little charred, I wish I had put them in 10 min. in. The apples did *not* get mushy this way so I recommend using Fuji apples and only cooking for 30! I sliced the sausage at the beginning because we like it crispy. Served w/ Dijon mustard which was delicious, and TJ’s latkes and green beans.

Mallory Busch

Modifications:- Added a yellow onion- Added 6 cloves of smashed garlic- Threw on some bay leaves and thyme too 'cause why not?- Cooked brats instead bc brats are best - Topped those bad boys with some fennel seeds- Doubled—nearly tripled—the cooking times. Anyone else? Maybe it's just my oven

victoria

This was good and will go into our weeknight rotation. I doubled the apples and followed other reviewers advice by putting sausages in at the beginning and putting apples in towards the end. Added fennel with the apples because I had it. Easy prep and easy cleanup.

Denise

Great combination of flavors. This was a very easy weeknight dish. DO heed the warnings about the shallots possibly burning. I cooked them with apples for 10 minutes at 400 then put sausage of top of shallots to provide a barrier and let the sausage juices seep into them (I put oven up to 425 when sausages went in). And DO heed advice about using parchment paper.

Mei

Lower oven temp to 400

bigtazdude80

Use regular non-Italian sausages.

Vicki

Delicious dish! I added sliced potatoes 15 minutes ahead of the other ingredients, and took the sheetpan out when the sausages were at 160 degrees. Nothing burned. Some sliced red onions made the dish even better. Served with French bread; nothing else needed.

Tammy

Super easy and everyone loved it. It's a vey forgiving recipe. I sliced the sausages lengthwise- used the chicken-basil sausages from Costo. Mixed the sliced sausages, apples, and shallotts all together and roasted all at once. I turned everything over at about 15-20 minutes and just kept an eye out for when things looked done. Roated sweet potatoes on the side and it was a great cold night meal.

Dave

Made this and was delicious! I tweaked the recipe based on the various comments, with the big changes as:- Mixed in a bowl- Used parchment paper- Added (cut up, red) potatoes at the start for 15 minutes- Roasted shallot and sausages for 30 minutes and then apples for 15- Also added brussell sprouts with the sausage- Just a dash of dried rosemaryHowever, the shallots didn't caramelize this way. I tried a bit of a broil, which crisped them up a bit so that helped.

Darin L

I tried it as is. it was flavorful but a little oily, possibly due to my sausages. I would reduce or even eliminate the olive oil. it would be interesting to try other vegetables too.

lindsey g.

The flavor was good but needs some significant preparation changes. My apples were complete mush before the sausages were fully browned or the onions were “done”. Next time I’ll start the onions and sausages and add apples at the end.

judy

The apples got very mushy. Next time I will add at the end. Otherwise, a great recipe!

Marina Del Ray

So delicious! I added sliced fennel and potatoes along with the shallots and apples. Put the sausages in at the start, and they browned beautifully.

Laura

Great recipe that’s easily expanded. I used more apples & minced the rosemary for a very easy meal. Putting sausages in early is a good idea. They get extra brown & with a quick toss partway through, they were a big hit!

Laura

I doubled the apples & minced the rosemary. My family loved it! I’ll probably add the sausage at the start next time & maybe toss them once so they’re evenly brown. Very easy & tasty!

jklin

This is absolutely fantastic. I used lamb brats and it turned out better than I could have imagined. I made it exactly as written. I'm off to buy more lamb brats so I can make it again.

Bob S.

Made this several times as written.....5 stars.[ Next time I'll chunk up a sweet potato to throw in.

Stacye

Made this with bratwurst, since that's what was in the freezer. I added potatoes, cut small, and briefly parboiled the sausages to bring the cooking times more into alignment. Served with a small pile of sauerkraut and extra mustard on the side, this was the snowy night dinner I've been dreaming of! Will make it again.

great weeknight meal

Per others suggestions I cooked the sausages for about 10 minutes before adding the shallots and apples. I used several different types of apples. Honey crisp held up the best. Aside from make nog the house smell nice, I didn’t think the rosemary added much. I served the mustard on the side to encourage my kiddo to try it and she loved it.

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Sheet-Pan Sausages With Caramelized Shallots and Apples Recipe (2024)

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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.

How long does it take to cook sausages in the oven? ›

Preheat the oven to 190°C, gas mark 5. Place the sausages on a baking tray and cook for 20-25 minutes, until thoroughly cooked, turning halfway through the cooking time. Individual types of sausages may have slightly different cooking times check the packet for specific instructions.

What is sweet Italian sausage made of? ›

Nutrition Facts. *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Ingredients: Pork, Less than 2% of the following: Water, Sugar, Salt, Spices (including fennel & black pepper), Potassium Chloride, Paprika, Natural Flavors.

How long to cook sausages in oven at 350? ›

For ovens set at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, cook your sausage links for a minimum of 25 minutes, turning each piece at 10-minute intervals, and keep in mind that larger links can take at least an hour to cook through completely.

How do chefs cook sausages? ›

How to cook the perfect sausage:
  1. Remove the sausage from the chiller 20 minutes before cooking. ...
  2. Pop your sausages in the pan. ...
  3. Add a teaspoon of duck or goose fat to the pan. ...
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  5. Rest the sausages before serving.
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How do you know when baked sausage is done? ›

Use a meat thermometer to make sure your sausage is between 160 and 165 °F (71 and 74 °C). If you don't have a meat thermometer, check that the sausage is firm and has clear, runny juices. Cut it open and make sure the inside is brown, not pink.

How do you know when sausage is done on the stove? ›

You can check whether your sausages are done by cutting into one at the center. If the meat is firm, it's ready, but if it's pink and runny, it needs more time. Slicing or butterflying the sausages can reduce cooking time.

What is in a Godfather sausage? ›

Australian Pork (63%), Water, Australian Beef (12%), Seasoning (Contains Herbs & Spices (Fennel (0.25%), Pepper, Paprika, Chilli (0.1%)), Sun Dried Tomato, Garlic, Onion, Natural Flavour, Mineral Salt (451), Preservative (223)), Cheese (Contains Milk, Mineral Salts (339, 452), Preservatives (200, 235), Natural Colours ...

What is the white stuff in Italian sausage? ›

Largish white bits like that will be either fat, cartilage, or (other) connective tissue. Once cooked, if they can be squished apart with your fingers they're fat; if they're crunchy when you bite into them they're cartilage; if they're very chewy they're connective tissue.

What is the difference between sweet Italian sausage and regular Italian sausage? ›

Fennel is a common flavoring, but it's not always in the mix. Sweet Italian sausage, or mild Italian sausage, is simply the less spicy version. "Sweet" and "mild" are used interchangeably, and what's known as hot Italian sausage contains a dash or two of hot red pepper flakes to give it some punch.

Should you cover sausage when pan frying? ›

Prick all the sausages with a fork; Add water to the pan until it's 1/4 the height of the sausages; Cover and let it cook until all the water is evaporated; Keep cooking and flip until all the skin is nice and crispy.

Should you boil Italian sausage before frying? ›

Fresh Sausage, which includes fresh bratwurst, fresh Italian sausage and fresh kielbasa, is not cooked during processing and must be cooked thoroughly and completely before consuming. Fresh sausage may be cooked in two ways. It can be parboiled and then fried or grilled, or slow cooked in a fry pan or grill.

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

To start cooking sausages on the pan, add some olive oil to your pan and wait for it to heat up. The last thing you'll want to do is put the sausages in the oil too early before the oil has had a chance to heat up. If you do this, the sausages might become too greasy and mushy which, of course, will ruin any sausage.

What is the best cooking method for sausages? ›

This can be done in many ways. The healthiest way to cook them is by boiling or baking. Also, make sure you don't eat overly charred or burnt sausages, which can have high amounts of harmful compounds.

What's the best way to cook raw sausages? ›

Our advice is to cook your sausages low and slow. You need to allow a good 20-30 minutes to cook the perfect sausage (maybe more for a really fat one). Move them around the pan or hot plate and turn them occasionally so that you get an even cook and lots of golden, crispy caramelization (and no charcoal!).

What is the best and easiest way to cook sausage? ›

Overall, pan-frying was a low-maintenance and delicious method for cooking sausage. This is perfect for when you don't want to break out the grill but still want a moist, flavorful sausage. The smoky flavors were not as prominent as they were from the grill, however the sausage remained juicy, tender, and crispy.

Is it good to cook sausages in the oven? ›

Cooking sausages in the oven

It's a terrific hands off, less mess alternative to pan frying. The sausages will actually be cooked through at 30 minutes or so, but they won't be nicely browned. Browning = flavour, and sausages are meant to be browned!

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