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Sausage and Pepper Pasta


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious pasta dish featuring Italian sausage and colorful bell peppers.


Ingredients

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  • 12 oz Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow, 1 green), sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 14 oz diced tomatoes (canned)
  • 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • for serving Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Gather and prepare all ingredients.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned on all sides (7-10 minutes).
  3. Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Stir in minced garlic; cook until fragrant (30 seconds). Add diced tomatoes with their juices; simmer gently.
  5. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
  6. Combine drained pasta with the sausage mixture in the skillet; toss over low heat for 2-3 minutes. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if desired.
  7. Serve hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • This dish can be easily customized with different vegetables or pasta types.
  • Make it spicier by using hot Italian sausage.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg