Description

This Sheet Pan Sausage and Sweet Potatoes recipe is a hearty and flavorful all-in-one meal combining smoky smoked turkey bacon with natural sweet potatoes and fresh herbs. Easy to prepare and bake on a single sheet pan, it offers a balanced, nutritious dinner perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

8 oz smoked turkey bacon, sliced into bite-sized pieces
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into uniform cubes
1 red bell pepper, chopped into chunks
1 medium onion, chopped into chunks
3 garlic cloves, minced

Seasonings and Additions

2 tbsp olive oil (natural)
1 tsp smoked paprika (natural)
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp sea salt
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp natural gelling agent
2 tbsp grape juice

Instructions

Prepare the ingredients: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into uniform cubes. Slice smoked turkey bacon into bite-sized pieces. Chop the red bell pepper and onion into chunks. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Toss with seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, combine sweet potatoes, bell peppers, onions, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil (natural), sprinkle smoked paprika (natural), sea salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme leaves. Toss until all pieces are evenly coated.
Arrange on the sheet pan: Spread the seasoned vegetables evenly on the baking sheet. Nestle the smoked turkey bacon pieces among the vegetables, ensuring space for crisping.
Roast: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through for even caramelization. Roast until vegetables are tender with slightly crisp edges and bacon is golden brown.
Add the natural gelling agent glaze: Mix the natural gelling agent with grape juice and a pinch of smoked paprika (natural). Warm slightly to activate. Drizzle the glaze over the roasted ingredients, toss gently to coat, and serve warm.

Notes

Cut sweet potato pieces evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
Use parchment paper to line the baking sheet for easier cleanup.
Do not overcrowd the pan to allow roasting rather than steaming.
Stir halfway through roasting for uniform caramelization.
Taste and adjust seasoning after roasting if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 15g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: sheet pan, sausage, sweet potatoes, smoked turkey bacon, easy dinner, meal prep, one pan meal, roasted vegetables, healthy, gluten free