# 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)
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil to facilitate cleanup.
02 - In a large bowl, toss butternut squash, carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and red onion with olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Place the sausages nestled among the vegetables.
04 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, turning the sausages and stirring the vegetables halfway through cooking, until sausages are fully cooked and vegetables caramelized and tender.
05 - Remove from the oven, transfer to plates, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
