Penne with Peppers and Sausage Recipe

Name: Penne with Peppers and Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound sausage italian, in 2 inch lengths; 2 each onions purple, in 1 inch pieces; 5 cloves garlic crushed; 2 each sweet red bell peppers 1 inch cubes; 2 each sweet yellow bell peppers 1 inch cubes; 16 ounces italian plum (roma) tomatoes; 3/4 cup red wine dry; 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce; 2 each bay leaves imported; 1/2 teaspoon basil dried, leaves; 1/2 teaspoon thyme dried, leaves; 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried, leaves; 1/2 teaspoon sage dried, rubbed; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 3 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped; 1 pound pasta, penne

Servings: persons

1 pound sausage italian, in 2 inch lengths
2 each onions purple, in 1 inch pieces
5 cloves garlic crushed
2 each sweet red bell peppers 1 inch cubes
2 each sweet yellow bell peppers 1 inch cubes
16 ounces italian plum (roma) tomatoes
3/4 cup red wine dry
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
2 each bay leaves imported
1/2 teaspoon basil dried, leaves
1/2 teaspoon thyme dried, leaves
1/2 teaspoon oregano dried, leaves
1/2 teaspoon sage dried, rubbed
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
3 tablespoons parsley leaves chopped
1 pound pasta, penne

1
Heat a skillet over moderate heat, add sausage and cook until browned.
2
Remove sausage and drain on paper toweling.
3
Discard all but 1 tablespoon of fat.
4
Add onion to fat in skillet and cook slowly until soft but not Add garlic and cook a minute or two more.
5
Add red and yellow bell peppers and toss to coat with oil.
6
Add tomatoes, wine, Worcestershire and seasonings.
7
Cook at a simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes, adding sausage pieces toward the end of that period.
8
Uncover and cook over high heat to reduce to desired consistency.
9
In the meantime, cook penne until al dente in ample boiling salted water.
10
Drain pasta and toss in a heated bowl with a tablespoon or so of good olive oil.
11
Serve pasta in heated bowls with sauce and a sprinkling of parsley.

505

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound sausage italian, in 2 inch lengths, 2 each onions purple, in 1 inch pieces, 5 cloves garlic crushed, 2 each sweet red bell peppers 1 inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Penne with Peppers and Sausage falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Penne with Peppers and Sausage

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Variations & substitutions

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