Smith's Spaghetti with Sausage and Roasted Vegetables
A hearty Italian-inspired dish featuring tender spaghetti, savory sausage, and a medley of roasted vegetables. This italian-inspired pasta (vegetarian option) ready in about 60 minutes pairs spaghetti, italian sausage, zucchini for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb italian sausage
- 1 medium zucchini
- 2 bell peppers
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Dice zucchini and bell peppers into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until caramelized and tender.
- Step 2: In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 minced garlic clove and 1 tsp oregano, sauté 30 seconds. Add sausage, breaking into crumbles, and cook 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add spaghetti and cook 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 4: Add roasted vegetables to the skillet with sausage, stirring to combine. Mix in cooked spaghetti, adding 1/4 cup pasta water to create a loose sauce. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Smith's Spaghetti with Sausage and Roasted Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Smith's Spaghetti with Sausage and Roasted Vegetables?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spaghetti from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Smith's Spaghetti with Sausage and Roasted Vegetables?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Smith's Spaghetti with Sausage and Roasted Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Smith's Spaghetti with Sausage and Roasted Vegetables vegetarian option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
