Sausage Pepper Pasta
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
638 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Sausage Pepper Pasta
Description
This pasta dish brings together cooked pasta with a robust sauce made by browning Italian sausage slices in olive oil, then sautéing a mix of diced colorful bell peppers, onion, and garlic until tender. A can of diced tomatoes and a blend of Italian seasoning season the sauce, while salt and pepper enhance overall flavor. After simmering to meld flavors, the browned sausage is returned to the sauce and combined with the pasta.
The flavors are savory and slightly spicy depending on the sausage choice, with the texture contrast of tender pasta and chunks of softened peppers and sausage. The dish finishes nicely with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, which adds a salty, nutty element that complements the tomato sauce.
This recipe is great for meal prep as it stores well. It keeps up to five days refrigerated and freezes nicely for long-term storage. When reheating, covering the dish helps retain moisture and sauce texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pasta such as penne, shells or bow tie
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage mild or hot, sliced into bite size pieces
- 3 medium pepper different colors, diced
- 1 small onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 28 ounce diced tomato 1 can
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, optional
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: According to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the sausage: Add the olive oil to a large skillet or Dutch oven and heat over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Saute the sauteables: Add the bell peppers, onions, garlic and saute for a few minutes until the onions soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, cooked sausage to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Finish the dish: Toss in the pasta and garnish with parsley. If using, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve warm.
Notes
- Store cooked pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
- Freeze in individual portions for easy thawing and reheating.
- Reheat gently in microwave or covered in a 350°F oven to preserve moisture.
- Covered reheating prevents drying and maintains sauce consistency.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 638 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 638kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 900mg | 38% |
| Potassium | 743mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 440IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 63mg | 70% |
| Calcium | 185mg | 19% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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