Easy Sausage with Onions and Peppers

            This is one of those gorgeous dishes that are just as beautiful to look at as it is to eat. It is a very simple dish and perfect for a busy weeknight. Warning, this is one of my very popular recipes, mainly since it is a fast meal to make and so super easy.

This dish is filled with flavor, it is filling and you could call it one of the great comfort foods available.

            Want to know a great part about this dish, besides what I have already said? This Sausage with Onions and Peppers fits in most dietary categories.

It is grain free, dairy free, no sugar and Whole 30 qualifying. Does it get any better than that? Yes! Wait until you taste it.

Frequently Asked Questions

            What type of sausage do you recommend?

I generally will use Italian Sausage. But, you could use any type you want. Breakfast Sausage, Beef Sausage or Turkey Sausage. Any one of these sausages will taste wonderful.

            Can I use colored peppers?

For this dish, I prefer to use all colors of peppers. Green bell peppers, yellow, orange and reds, and I will even throw in some green chilis once in a while. Mostly when it is just hubby and I home to eat.

            How do I store this dish?

You can portion what is left into single serve dishes, or keep it in one airtight dish in the refrigerator for three to four days.

            Can this dish be frozen?

Since the peppers are already cooked, yes you can freeze the dish in an airtight container for up to three months.

            Can I serve this on a hoagie roll?

Of course you can! This makes an excellent sandwich. You could top it with your choice of shredded cheese. I prefer to use provolone cheese as it reminds me of a Philly Sandwich. This could also be a way to make dinner on the run, you know those busy nights when the kids have activities and games. Or those nights when you have meetings to rush off to, this is a dinner that you can grab and wrap in a towel and eat while you drive.

What do you need to make Easy Sausage with Onions and Peppers

            1 green bell pepper, cut into strips

            1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips

            1 red bell pepper, cut into strips

            5 links of Italian sausage

            1 medium onion, sliced

            3 tsp garlic, minced

            2 tbsp Olive Oil

            2 tsp Italian Seasoning

            1 16 ounce can of crushed tomatoes

            Salt and pepper, if desired

What do you need to make Easy Sausage with Onions and Peppers

FIRST STEP:

Heat the oil in a skillet and brown the sausages until they are browned on all sides

Add the sliced onions and all the sliced peppers, saute for roughly five minutes until they are softened.

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SECOND STEP:

Sprinkle the Italian Seasoning on top and pour in the crushed tomatoes

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Spoon in the minced garlic and saute for another 30 seconds

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THIRD STEP:

Stir to combine and add more salt and pepper if desired

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After 5 minutes, place the sausages back into the pan

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FOURTH STEP:

Cover and simmer for 25 minutes

Be sure the sausages are cooked thoroughly

Enjoy!

YUM!

Easy Sausage with Onions and Peppers

Easy Sausage with Onions and Peppers

Yield: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into strips
  •             1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
  •             1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  •             5 links of Italian sausage
  •             1 medium onion, sliced
  •             3 tsp garlic, minced
  •             2 tbsp Olive Oil
  •             2 tsp Italian Seasoning
  •             1 16 ounce can of crushed tomatoes
  •             Salt and pepper, if desired

Instructions

FIRST STEP:

Heat the oil in a skillet and brown the sausages until they are browned on all sides

Add the sliced onions and all the sliced peppers, saute for roughly five minutes until they are softened.

SECOND STEP:

Spoon in the minced garlic and saute for another 30 seconds

Sprinkle the Italian Seasoning on top and pour in the crushed tomatoes

THIRD STEP:

Stir to combine and add more salt and pepper if desired

After 5 minutes, place the sausages back into the pan

FOURTH STEP:

Cover and simmer for 25 minutes

Be sure the sausages are cooked thoroughly

Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 120Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 10gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 28mgCarbohydrates: 160gSugar: 18gProtein: 12g