Now, let’s get into the fun part—the cooking! Don’t worry; I’ll walk you through each step to ensure this meal comes out perfect.

1. Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). This high heat is key to getting those veggies perfectly roasted and caramelized while keeping the sausage juicy.
2. Prepare the vegetables: Start by peeling and cubing the sweet potatoes. If you’ve never made sheet pan meals before, cutting your veggies into uniform pieces is key to even cooking. Cut the red onion into wedges and slice the bell pepper into strips.
3. Season the veggies: Place the sweet potatoes, onion, and bell pepper on the sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss everything together with your hands (it’s fun, trust me!) until the veggies are evenly coated. This step ensures that everything gets a nice crisp and doesn’t dry out in the oven.
4. Add the sausage: Nestle the sliced smoked sausage in among the veggies. The sausage will release its smoky oils as it cooks, adding flavor to everything around it.
5. Maple syrup magic: Drizzle the maple syrup over the sausage and vegetables. You don’t need to use a ton—just enough to give it that sweet, caramelized glaze. Then sprinkle the smoked paprika over everything for a pop of flavor and color.
6. Roast in the oven: Pop the sheet pan into the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes. Halfway through, give the veggies a toss to ensure they cook evenly. You’ll know it’s done when the sausages are golden brown, the veggies are tender, and the maple syrup has created a beautiful glaze on everything.
7. Garnish and serve: Once out of the oven, sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley on top for a burst of color and freshness. Serve immediately!