Italian Sausage & Summer Squash Bake
A comforting and colorful bake featuring savory sausage, juicy summer squash, and gooey cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner or potluck.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage Hot or mild, based on preference.
- 2-3 medium summer squash Yellow, zucchini, or mixes.
- 2 cups cheese Mozzarella, provolone, or cheddar.
- 1 medium onion Chopped.
- 2-3 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 medium bell pepper Chopped.
- 2 tbsp olive oil For cooking.
- to taste salt and pepper For seasoning.
- to taste Italian herbs (oregano and basil) Optional, for added flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, brown the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon until no longer pink.
- Add chopped onions, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet and cook until the veggies soften.
- Add the sliced summer squash to the skillet and cook briefly; it will finish cooking in the oven.
Assembly and Baking
- Layer the sausage and vegetable mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle cheese generously on top.
- If desired, add additional layers of sliced squash on top for decoration.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until everything is bubbling and the top is golden.
Notes
For a lighter version, use turkey sausage or lower-fat cheese. You can also add more veggies like spinach or tomatoes. If your sausage is too salty, seek out reduced-sodium options.