You should try roasting your vegetables instead of boiling or microwaving, without the sausage and potatoes. This gives it a whole new flavor! I've tried roasting cabbage with the other veggies. The only thing we wouldn't add is celery. Reduce baking time to 20-30 minutes. Bake until fork-tender.
1 - 1 1/2 lb. sausage (country, italian, or kielbasi)
1 onion, cut in wedges
1/2 lb carrots (I used short-cuts)
2 cups broccoli flower-etts
2 cups cauliflower
4 - 5 yellow potatoes, washed & quartered
2 TBSP olive oil
1 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
2 garlic cloves
salt, pepper
Prepare vegetables and potatoes. Place in a large bowl. Add oil and seasoning. Mix until everything is coated well. Pour onto baking sheet. Cut sausage into 1 inch chunks and place among veggies. Bake at 400 for 30 - 40 minutes. Turn vegetables and continue baking for another 15 - 20 minutes until fork-tender.