Description
Packed with bold flavors and rustic charm, this Italian sausage dish is an easy one-pan wonder! Juicy sausage, caramelized veggies, and a rich tomato base make it perfect for pasta, polenta, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
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Italian sausage links or ground sausage 🌭
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Bell peppers (sliced) 🫑
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Onion (sliced) 🧅
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Garlic (minced) 🧄
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Crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce 🍅
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Olive oil 🫒
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Italian seasoning 🌿
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Red pepper flakes (optional) 🌶️
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Salt & pepper
Optional for serving:
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Fresh basil or parsley 🌱
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Grated parmesan 🧀
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Cooked pasta or polenta 🍝
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the sausage until fully cooked. If using links, slice them after cooking.
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Add onion and peppers, cooking until soft and slightly caramelized. Stir in garlic and sauté briefly.
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Pour in crushed tomatoes and season with Italian herbs, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer until everything melds and the sauce thickens slightly.
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Serve hot over pasta, spooned onto polenta, or with fresh bread to soak up the sauce.
Notes
Use sweet or spicy sausage based on your taste. Add mushrooms, zucchini, or olives for extra texture. This dish keeps well and gets even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes