Sausage Peppers and Onions
Savor the irresistible combination of sausage, sweet bell peppers, and caramelized onions in this classic dish that delights the senses. With each bite, you’ll experience a medley of flavors that evoke warm memories and family gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for any occasion—whether served over rice or piled high on a crusty roll. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this flavorful and hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 2 cups bell peppers (mixed red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Prep the vegetables: Slice bell peppers into strips and dice the onion. Mince garlic finely.
- Sauté sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the sausage until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Cook veggies: Add onions and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Combine flavors: Stir in minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve: Return sausage to the skillet to warm through before serving over rice or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg