Sausage and Peppers

Savor the irresistible flavors of "Sausage and Peppers," a classic Italian-American dish that's hearty, vibrant, and bursting with bold ingredients. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines juicy Italian sausage—choose sweet or spicy to match your preference—with a colorful medley of sweet bell peppers, tender onions, and a rich, herb-infused tomato sauce. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, oregano, and basil, and finished with a touch of fresh parsley, this one-pan wonder is easy to prepare in just under an hour. Serve it over pasta, spooned onto crusty sandwich rolls, or enjoy it solo for a comforting, satisfying meal. Whether you're hosting a weeknight dinner or meal-prepping for the week, this dish delivers timeless flavor and versatility in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 links Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 medium Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 14 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sausage links and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 2

While the sausages are cooking, slice the bell peppers and onion into 1/2-inch strips. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the tomato paste in the center. Cook the tomato paste for 1 minute to deepen its flavor, then stir it into the vegetables.

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Return the browned sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce and vegetables. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausages are cooked through and tender.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot as is, over pasta, or stuffed into hearty sandwich rolls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1586.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1845.8

Total Fat 138.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 300.0mg	0%
Sodium 5912.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 84.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321.4mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 3618.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.0%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 16.3%