Sausage, Squash and Apple Traybake — an easy autumn family traybake

# What this recipe is and why it works This traybake pairs sweet roasted squash and apple with savory sausages and red onion. The combination of textures—caramelized apple and squash alongside browned sausages—makes a simple, family‑friendly meal that requires one large baking tray and minimal hands‑on time.

# Ingredients and yields Makes six servings. Ingredients listed in the original post: 1 small butternut squash (about 750 g / 1 lb 10 oz), 2 red onions sliced into rings, 2 apples unpeeled, cored and sliced, 12 sausages (use pork or your preferred variety), 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp runny honey, 1 tsp English mustard, salt and freshly ground black pepper, and 15 g flatleaf parsley to garnish (optional).

# Step‑by‑step method

1. 1Preheat oven to 220°C (200°C fan) / Gas 7.
2. 2Quarter the squash, leave the skin on, remove seeds and cut each quarter into 5 mm (¼ in) slices. Thin slicing helps the squash become tender in the short roast time.
3. 3Spread the squash, sliced onions, apple slices and sausages on a very large baking tray. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes.
4. 4While the tray is roasting, whisk 1 tbsp runny honey, 1 tsp English mustard and the remaining oil (2 tbsp) in a small bowl to make a glaze.
5. 5After 20 minutes, drizzle the glaze over the sausages and vegetables and turn everything to coat. Return the tray to the oven for 10 minutes, until sausages are browned and cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
6. 6Scatter chopped parsley if using and serve.

• Use two trays if your baking tray is small so the ingredients roast rather than steam. Spread items out with space between pieces.
• Serve with extra leafy greens on the side to add volume and balance the dish.
• Swap in sausages you prefer (pork, chicken, vegetarian alternatives). The recipe is described as not spicy and suitable for children.

# Timing and texture notes

# Dietary and safety reminders included by the author The blog notes that not all recipes suit every reader. If you have food allergies or health conditions, take those into account. For people with diabetes the author suggests testing blood sugar responses with a reliable meter if unsure how foods affect readings, and to consult a doctor or health care team when concerned.

# Why you might choose this traybake It's straightforward to scale, uses seasonal fall ingredients, and keeps cleanup to a single tray when possible. The flavor balance of honey and mustard with sweet squash and apple makes it approachable for children and adults. The recipe works as-is or as a template for swapping sausages or adding complementary sides such as greens or steamed vegetables.