Sizzled Sausage and Veggie Bake
Transform your grilling experience with this simple yet delectable Sizzled Sausage and Veggie Bake. Perfect for busy summer evenings, this one-dish meal combines smoked sausage, bratwurst, and an array of fresh summer vegetables, all cooked together for a rich, hearty flavor. With minimal preparation and hands-off cooking, you can focus on enjoying those long, sunny evenings without heating up the kitchen. Serve it over fluffy rice or al dente pasta for a complete meal that feeds a crowd with ease. Ideal for gatherings, family dinners, or simply a delightful weeknight feast, it's sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Servings
320
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
smoked sausage
1 lb (sliced into bite-sized pieces)
bratwurst
1 lb (cooked through and sliced into bite-sized pieces)
eggplant
1/2 medium (cleaned and chopped into large bite-sized pieces)
green zucchini
2 small (cleaned and chopped into large bite-sized pieces)
yellow zucchini
1 small (cleaned and chopped into large bite-sized pieces)
Vidalia onion
1 medium (chopped)
russet potatoes
6-8 medium (scrubbed and cut into bite-sized pieces)
fresh parsley
1/4 cup (chopped)
coarse salt
to taste
pepper
to taste (freshly cracked)
garlic powder
1 dash
Instructions
1
Preheat your grill to medium heat (around 350°F).
2
While the grill is warming up, prepare a metal 9x13 cake pan by lightly coating its bottom with shortening or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
3
Scrub the russet potatoes and, if desired, peel them. Clean the zucchini and eggplant thoroughly.
4
Chop the potatoes into bite-sized pieces and layer them at the bottom of the prepared pan.
5
Cut the zucchini and eggplant into larger-than-bite-sized pieces, complementary to the potatoes, and add them to the pan.
6
Slice the smoked sausage and bratwurst into bite-sized pieces and add them on top of the vegetables.
7
Season the mixture generously with coarse salt, freshly cracked pepper, chopped fresh parsley, and a dash of garlic powder.
8
Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil, making sure to poke a few ventilation holes for steam release.
9
Place the covered pan on the preheated grill and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
10
While the casserole cooks, prepare your choice of rice or pasta to serve alongside.
11
Once done, carefully remove the pan from the grill, serve hot over rice or pasta, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
18g
Fat
24g
Carbs
16g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sizzled Sausage and Veggie Bake?
It is a simple one-dish meal that combines smoked sausage, bratwurst, and fresh summer vegetables like zucchini and eggplant, grilled together for a hearty flavor.
What types of sausage are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for one pound of smoked sausage and one pound of bratwurst.
What vegetables are included in the bake?
The bake includes eggplant, green zucchini, yellow zucchini, Vidalia onion, and russet potatoes.
How should the potatoes be prepared?
The russet potatoes should be scrubbed, optionally peeled, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
What is the recommended grill temperature?
Preheat your grill to medium heat, which is approximately 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
What size pan should I use for the Sizzled Sausage and Veggie Bake?
A metal 9x13 inch cake pan is recommended for this recipe.
How do I prevent the food from sticking to the pan?
Lightly coat the bottom of the metal pan with shortening or cooking spray before adding ingredients.
How should the eggplant and zucchini be sliced?
They should be cleaned and chopped into pieces that are slightly larger than bite-sized to complement the potatoes.
In what order should I layer the ingredients in the pan?
Start with a layer of potatoes at the bottom, followed by the zucchini and eggplant, and then place the sliced sausages on top.
What seasonings are used for this dish?
The mixture is seasoned with coarse salt, freshly cracked pepper, chopped fresh parsley, and a dash of garlic powder.
Should the pan be covered during grilling?
Yes, the pan should be covered tightly with aluminum foil.
Why do I need to poke holes in the aluminum foil?
Poking a few ventilation holes in the foil allows steam to release during the cooking process.
How long does the bake need to stay on the grill?
The pan should be grilled for 20 to 30 minutes.
How do I know when the Sizzled Sausage and Veggie Bake is done?
The dish is ready when the potatoes are tender and cooked all the way through.
What are the best side dishes to serve with this bake?
It is delicious when served over fluffy rice or al dente pasta.
What are the calorie counts for this recipe?
Each serving contains approximately 320 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 16 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
The dish contains 18 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this meal?
There are 24 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for a family dinner?
Yes, it is designed as a family-friendly, one-dish meal that feeds a crowd easily.
Can I use a different type of onion?
While Vidalia onions are recommended for their sweetness, you can substitute with other onion varieties if needed.
Is this a good recipe for summer?
Yes, it is tagged as a summer meal because it uses fresh seasonal vegetables and is cooked on the grill to avoid heating up the kitchen.
How many russet potatoes are needed?
The recipe calls for 6 to 8 medium-sized russet potatoes.
What type of parsley should I use?
The recipe specifies 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley.
Can I make this recipe if I don't have a grill?
While designed for the grill, the instructions translate to a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven environment if a grill is unavailable.
What kind of pepper is best?
Freshly cracked pepper is recommended for the best flavor profile.
Do the bratwursts need to be pre-cooked?
The ingredient list suggests using bratwurst that is already cooked through before slicing and adding to the pan.
How much garlic powder is used?
Just a single dash of garlic powder is needed to season the bake.
Is this meal considered easy to prepare?
Yes, it is categorized as an 'easy dinner' with minimal preparation and hands-off cooking.
What makes this a 'one-dish' meal?
Everything (sausages and vegetables) is cooked together in a single 9x13 pan, simplifying both cooking and cleanup.