Turkey Sausage and Peppers Recipe

Name: Turkey Sausage and Peppers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds lean Italian turkey sausage; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 assorted bell peppers, thinly sliced; 1 bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped; 1 large onion, cut into wedges; Kosher salt; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds (optional); 1 15 -ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes; 12 basil leaves, chopped, plus more for topping

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds lean Italian turkey sausage
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 assorted bell peppers, thinly sliced
1 bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped
1 large onion, cut into wedges
Kosher salt
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds (optional)
1 15 -ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
12 basil leaves, chopped, plus more for topping

1
Preheat the broiler.
2
Pierce the sausages all over with a fork, arrange on a baking sheet and broil, turning halfway through, until golden brown, about 8 minutes (they will not be fully cooked).
3
Transfer to a cutting board and cut in half on the diagonal.
4
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add the bell peppers, fennel and onion and cook, stirring, until they soften slightly, 3 minutes.
6
Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, the garlic, rosemary, red pepper flakes and fennel seeds.
7
Cook, stirring, 1 more minute.
8
Stir in 1/2 cup water, the tomatoes and basil.
9
Reduce the heat to medium; cover and cook until the vegetables are tender, 5 minutes.
10
Uncover; add the sausages and cook through, 3 to 4 minutes.
11
(Add a splash of water if the sauce gets too thick.)
12
Top with more basil.
13
Per serving: Calories 388; Fat 23 g (Saturated 1 g); Cholesterol 84 mg; Sodium 1,224 mg; Carbohydrate 21 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 27 g
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Photograph by Justin Walker

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds lean Italian turkey sausage, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 3 assorted bell peppers, thinly sliced, 1 bulb fennel, trimmed and chopped, and more.

Yes, Turkey Sausage and Peppers 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.

Turkey Sausage and Peppers

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