Description
Maple Glazed Sweet Potato and Sausage Bake is a heartwarming dish that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. This recipe features sweet potatoes roasted to caramelized perfection, paired with savory sausage and drizzled in rich maple syrup. Whether for a festive gathering or a cozy weeknight dinner, this dish combines delightful flavors and vibrant colors, making it an irresistible centerpiece that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 12 oz Italian sausage, sliced or crumbled
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, olive oil, maple syrup, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; toss until well coated.
- Add the sausage to the mixture and stir until evenly combined.
- Transfer everything to a greased baking dish or sheet pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg