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How to make it
- 1
Heat the oven to 425°F for sausage and peppers, then season sausage and the listed sides with oil and the seasonings in the ingredients.
- 2
Roast or sear the main ingredient until browned and use a thermometer: poultry reaches 165°F, ground meat 160°F, and pork or steak 145°F with a 3-minute rest.
- 3
Finish the sides as listed and let the cooked main ingredient rest before slicing or portioning.
- 4
Serve the hot main ingredient with the prepared sides; keep any sauce separate for leftovers.
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Easy substitutions
Use the closest swap that fits what you have and the texture you want.
sausage
beans, lentils, tofu, or another filling that fits the dish
fresh vegetables
frozen vegetables or another quick-cooking seasonal vegetable
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Leftover plan
Leftover plan
Save extra portions for lunch, and keep sauces or crisp toppings separate when texture matters.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in a shallow sealed container and use them within 3 days.
Reheat
Reheat gently to 165°F throughout, adding a splash of water or broth when the texture needs help.
Food safety guidance
For cooling, storing, and reheating details, use the USDA references below.