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Italian Sausage, Peppers, and Onions – A Hearty, Flavor-Packed Comfort Meal!

Italian Sausage Peppers and Onions: A Hearty Flavor-Packed Comfort Meal

This classic dish features savory Italian sausages seared to perfection and tossed with sweet caramelized bell peppers and onions.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound Italian sausage links
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large red bell pepper
  • 1 large green bell pepper
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup chicken broth or dry white wine

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Chef Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Place the large skillet over medium high heat and add one tablespoon of olive oil.
  2. Add the Italian sausage links to the pan and brown them for about five minutes per side until golden.
  3. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set them aside on a plate to rest.
  4. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet and reduce the heat to medium.
  5. Toss in the sliced onions and bell peppers and sauté for eight to ten minutes until they are soft and slightly charred.
  6. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for one minute until it becomes fragrant.
  7. Pour the chicken broth or white wine into the skillet and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
  8. Sprinkle the oregano salt and black pepper over the vegetables and stir to combine.
  9. Slice the rested sausages into one inch thick rounds and return them to the skillet.
  10. Toss everything together and simmer for another five minutes to ensure the sausages are cooked through and flavors have melded.
  11. Serve the mixture immediately while hot.

Notes

If the vegetables are browning too quickly add a splash of water to the pan to help them steam and soften.
You can use either sweet or hot Italian sausage depending on your preference for spice.
This meal pairs excellently with crusty hoagie rolls or can be served over a bed of white rice or pasta.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Would you like me to find a recipe for a simple Italian side salad to serve with this meal?