Maple Glazed Sweet Potato and Sausage Bake
Maple Glazed Sweet Potato and Sausage Bake is a comforting dish that beautifully combines tender, caramelized sweet potatoes with savory Italian sausage, all drizzled in a delightful maple glaze. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, bringing warmth and flavor to your table. A harmonious blend of sweet and savory notes ensures it’s a crowd-pleaser that will impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 800g), peeled and cubed
- 1 pound (450g) Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp (30ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Slice the sausage into rounds or crumble it; add to the sweet potato mixture and toss again.
- In a small bowl, mix maple syrup with chopped rosemary. Drizzle half of this mixture over the sweet potato-sausage blend; stir to combine.
- Spread the mixture in the prepared baking dish and drizzle remaining maple glaze on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg