Best 6 Baked Italian Sausages Recipes

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**Baked Italian Sausages: A Savory Symphony of Herbs and Spices**

Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delightful flavors of baked Italian sausages, a dish that tantalizes taste buds with its aromatic blend of herbs and spices. These succulent sausages are lovingly crafted with a mixture of ground pork, beef, or a combination of both, seasoned to perfection with a captivating medley of garlic, fennel, paprika, and a hint of chili flakes. Whether you prefer them mild, hot, or sweet, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. Dive into the juicy, smoky goodness of these baked Italian sausages, complemented by a chorus of roasted vegetables or nestled in a bed of fluffy mashed potatoes. Prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors that awaits you in this delectable dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOW TO COOK ITALIAN SAUSAGE IN THE OVEN



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Fresh, Herby, Savory and delicious! Baked Italian Sausage is the best way to enjoy these affordable sausage with almost no clean up!

Provided by Wendi Spraker

Categories     main

Time 26m

Number Of Ingredients 1

2 lb Italian Sausage (sweet, mild, medium or hot of any flavor)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350. Cover your baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
  • Lay the Italian Sausages out so that they have space between to allow air to circulate in the oven.
  • Bake for 25-35 minutes to internal temp of 160.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 sausage, Calories 78 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 166 mg

BAKED ITALIAN SAUSAGES



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This is a great way to cook Italian sausages! Just a few minutes of prep time and they only get checked and turned once... then leave them alone until done! We love these for sandwiches or as a side with pasta.

Provided by Colleen Sowa

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 italian sausages (sweet, mild or hot)
1/2 c water
salt, pepper, garlic powder and italian seasoning (to taste)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. Place sausages into baking pan (13x9). Add water. Sprinkle with spices.
  • 3. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. Turn sausages over and return to oven for about 40 minutes more or until the sausages are a beautiful color like the ones in my photo.
  • 4. Serve as you desire. I like these with veggies and sauce on Italian or French bread with hot peppers (Chicago Style!) Or serve with your favorite pasta dish like spaghetti.

BAKED PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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This is a hearty, filling meal that's full of flavor!

Provided by SADIEQQ

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package dry penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound mild Italian sausage
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup white wine
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat oil in a large, deep skillet. Place sausage and onion in the skillet and cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain excess fat. Pour in wine, and cook for 1 minute, stirring, to deglaze the pan. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Toss with cooked pasta, and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle top with mozzarella.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.1 calories, Carbohydrate 59.2 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1714.1 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

EASY BAKED ITALIAN SAUSAGES RECIPE



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This delicious oven baked Italian sausage is my go-to weeknight dinner! I always keep a package of Italian sausages in the freezer so I can stick it in the oven and make this yummy baked sausage! Easiest dinner ever!

Provided by MelanieCooks.com

Categories     Main Dish

Number Of Ingredients 1

2 lbs Italian sausage

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  • Put the sausages on a baking sheet in a single layer, so they are not touching.
  • Put Italian sausage in the oven and bake for 25 minutes.

SAUSAGE, PEPPERS, ONIONS, AND POTATO BAKE



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This is an Italian comfort food classic! The smell of this cooking in my kitchen transports me back to playing on the street in front of my Papa and Gigi's house in Brooklyn. I make 2 trays of this for every family get-together, and it's gone in a flash!

Provided by Beccabo73

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 pounds Italian sausage links, cut into 2-inch pieces
¼ cup olive oil
4 large potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced
2 large green bell peppers, seeded and cut into wedges
2 large red bell peppers, seeded and cut into wedges
3 large onions, cut into wedges
½ cup white wine
½ cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the sausage until browned. Transfer the cooked sausage to a large baking dish.
  • Pour 1/4 cup of olive oil into the skillet, and cook the potatoes, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 10 minutes. Place the potatoes into the baking dish, leaving some oil in the skillet.
  • Cook and stir the green and red peppers and onions in the hot skillet until they are beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the vegetables to the baking dish.
  • Pour wine and chicken stock over the vegetables and sausage, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Gently stir the sausage, potatoes, and vegetables together.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.8 g, Cholesterol 44.9 mg, Fat 29.8 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1041 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE RIGATONI BAKE



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This casserole combines all of our favorite Italian flavors, but the fresh mozzarella really sets it apart! -Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
5 cups marinara sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
1 pound sliced part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook rigatoni according to package directions; drain., In a large skillet, cook sausage, mushrooms and pepper over medium-high heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up sausage into crumbles, 8-10 minutes; drain. Stir in marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese and cream. Add rigatoni and toss to coat., In each of 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes, layer one-fourth of the rigatoni mixture and one-fourth of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, 25-35 minutes. (Cover loosely with foil if tops brown too quickly.) Freeze option: Cool unbaked casseroles; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casseroles as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 774mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) before baking the sausages.
  • Use a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent the sausages from sticking.
  • Prick the sausages with a fork before baking to allow the fat to render out.
  • Bake the sausages for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned.
  • Serve the sausages with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
  • To add extra flavor, you can brush the sausages with olive oil, melted butter, or a mixture of herbs and spices before baking.
  • If you want a crispy skin, broil the sausages for a few minutes at the end of the cooking time.

Conclusion:

Baked Italian sausages are a quick, easy, and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of flavor combinations and side dishes to choose from, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying meal, be sure to give these baked Italian sausages a try.

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