Description
A classic Italian-American comfort dish made with juicy sausage, tender bell peppers, and caramelized onions simmered together in a light tomato sauce. Perfect for sandwiches, pasta, or a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds Italian sausage links
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sausage links and brown on all sides for about 5 to 6 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté sliced onions and peppers until soft and caramelized, about 8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Return sausages to the pan, cover, and simmer on low for 10 minutes until everything is tender and flavorful.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot in rolls, over pasta, or with crusty bread.
Notes
- For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or balsamic vinegar.
- Use a mix of red, green, and yellow peppers for color variety.
- Let the dish rest a few minutes before serving so the flavors can meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg