Quick and Easy Sausage Traybake (sausage and potato bake) - Savvy Bites (2024)

• Simple Ingredients, Big Flavour: With everyday ingredients like sausages, potatoes, and veggies, this dish delivers a rich and satisfying taste that's sure to impress.
• One-Pan Wonder: The convenience of using just one tray means less cleanup and more time to enjoy the meal with loved ones.
• Versatility: Whether you prefer Lincolnshire sausages, red or yellow bell peppers, or want to experiment with different herbs, this recipe is flexible to suit individual tastes.
• Budget-Friendly: Made with cost-effective ingredients, this tray bake is a delicious option that won't break the bank.
• Family Favourite: Its hearty and comforting nature makes it a hit with both adults and kids, ensuring clean plates all around the dinner table.

I've gone with the basic veggies here, but I'm gonna add some options that you/ we should all explore. We're all gonna be making this one-pansausage potato bake a lot as the winter draws in, so we'll have plenty of tries to explore some pretty amazing combos.

• Sausages - Whether it's Lincolnshire, Cumberlands, or any other type, just pick your favourite.
• Fresh garlic - Use as much or as little as you prefer.
• Red onion - A flavorful addition to the mix.
• Cherry tomatoes - Optional, but they add a burst of flavour to the dish.
• Bell peppers - Choose any colour you like, but it's best to skip the green ones.
• Dried herbs - I recommend basil and oregano, but thyme, parsley, or any of your favourites work too.
• Chicken and steak seasoning - I love these spice blends! Don't hesitate to get creative with them and use your favourites.
• Mini potatoes - If you only have regular potatoes, just cut them small so they roast evenly with the sausages and veggies.
• Chicken or vegetable stock - Simply made using a stock cube, this is what creates the pan sauce.

👩🏻‍🍳 Making Sausage Traybake In 4 Steps

Steps 1 & 2

• Start by chopping up veggies. This is pretty much the only effort involved in this whole dinner. Cut the onion leaving the root intact so that the layers stay together. This isn't super important, it just means the onion doesn't go overly roasted and crispy.
• Chop the rest of the veggies, ensuring that they're all roughly the same size and place them in an oven-proof dish.

Steps 3 & 4

• Drizzle with the vegetable oil and sprinkle with the spices and seasoning. Mix well. Place the sausages on the top of the veggies and add the cherry tomatoes to the top. Roast the tray in the preheated oven.
• After roasting for about 20 minutes, slowly pour the hot chicken stock into the tray and give everything another stir. Place the tray back into the oven until the sausages are deep golden and the veggies are starting to char around the edges and the potatoes are tender. The chicken stock will thicken and the starch from the potatoes will make the stock super silky creating a very flavourful but still light pan sauce.

📖 Variations

• Meat Variations:
  • Swap the Sausages: Instead of traditional sausages, try using chicken or turkey sausages for a leaner option.
  • Go Meatless: For a vegetarian twist, use plant-based sausages or tofu chunks seasoned well.
• Veggie Mix-Up:
  • Root Vegetables: Add or replace potatoes with other root veggies like sweet potatoes, parsnips, or carrots for a different flavour and texture.
  • Add Greens: Toss in some kale, spinach, or Swiss chard during the last 10 minutes of baking for added nutrition.
• Spice It Up:
  • Heat Factor: If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle some chilli flakes or use spicy sausages.
  • Global Flavors: Experiment with different spice blends like Cajun, curry powder, or Italian seasoning for a unique twist.
• Starchy Alternatives:
  • Grains Galore: Instead of potatoes, mix in cooked quinoa, rice, or barley for a varied texture and flavour. Mix cooked grains in during the last 10 minutes to heat them up and ensure that they don't overcook.
  • Legumes: Add drained tinned chickpeas or black beans for extra protein and a delightful bite.
• Sauce and Broth Variations:
  • Creamy Finish: Add a splash of coconut milk or cream to the stock for a richer, creamier sauce.
  • Broth Choices: If you don't have chicken or vegetable stock on hand, beef or mushroom broth can be a flavourful alternative.

🍯 Storage

• Fridge:Let the traybake cool completely before placing it into an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheat:preheat the oven to 180ºC and place the sausage bake in an ovenproof dish and cover loosely with foil. Heat for about 15 minutes, until everything is hot and heated all the way through.
• Freezer:Not suitable for freezing.

If you tried this Recipeor any other recipe on my website, please let me know in thecommentsbelow. I love hearing from you. Also, please leave astar ratingwhilst you're there!

You can also follow along on Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram and join our private Facebook Group Facebook group to share more recipe ideas and all your photos!

Need help with meal planning? You can find our (Aldi ingredients only) weekly meal plans here! Sign up to receive them free every week or take our quick meal planning course and use all these recipes to create your own meal plans.

You can also find more comfort food recipes using everyday ingredients over on our sister site Salted Mint.