Sausage and Peppers(Crock pot or stove top!) Recipe

Name: Sausage and Peppers(Crock pot or stove top!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb hot Italian pork sausage (feel free to substitute with turkey sausage, or sweet Italian sausage if spice isnt your thing!); 2 red bell peppers, sliced; 2 yellow bell peppers, sliced; 2 yellow onions, sliced; 1 Splash of balsamic vinegar; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves; 4 -6 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 tsp tomato paste; 15 oz can of diced tomatoes; 24 oz jar of your favorite tomato sauce; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 1 freshly chopped parsely and/or parmesan to top

Servings: persons

1 lb hot Italian pork sausage (feel free to substitute with turkey sausage, or sweet Italian sausage if spice isnt your thing!)
2 red bell peppers, sliced
2 yellow bell peppers, sliced
2 yellow onions, sliced
1 Splash of balsamic vinegar
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1 cup roughly chopped fresh basil leaves
4 -6 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tsp tomato paste
15 oz can of diced tomatoes
24 oz jar of your favorite tomato sauce
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 freshly chopped parsely and/or parmesan to top

1
CROCKPOT VERSION- In a saute pan brown your sausages on all sides, dont worry about cooking them through, just get a nice color on them.
2
Once browned add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the pan and use a wooden spoon to scrape up the bits.
3
Poor the sausages and and drippings into your crockpot.
4
Add the rest of the ingredients to your crockpot, Set it for medium-high for 6-8 hours.
5
STOVETOP VERSION-In a dutch oven or similar sized pot brown your sausages on all sides, dont worry about cooking them through, just get a nice color on them.
6
Once browned add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the pan and use a wooden spoon to scrape up the bits.
7
Add your onions, peppers, and garlic to the pot, cook until everything begins to soften.
8
Add the rest of the ingredients, stir together and let it lightly simmer on the stove on medium low for 1-2 hours.

652

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb hot Italian pork sausage (feel free to substitute with turkey sausage, or sweet Italian sausage if spice isnt your thing!), 2 red bell peppers, sliced, 2 yellow bell peppers, sliced, 2 yellow onions, sliced, and more.

Yes, Sausage and Peppers(Crock pot or stove top!) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sausage and Peppers(Crock pot or stove top!)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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