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Sweet Pepper Sausage Pasta

Sweet Pepper Sausage Pasta: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

This Sweet Pepper Sausage Pasta incorporates smoky sausage and vibrant bell peppers for a quick and comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta alternatives like rigatoni or rotini can also work well.
For the Sausage
  • 12 ounces Smoked or Italian Sausage substitute with chicken, turkey, or plant-based sausage for a lighter option.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Bell Peppers mix of red, yellow, or orange for sweetness and color.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion sautéed until soft to enhance sweetness.
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced for flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 14.5 ounces Crushed Tomatoes forms the flavor base.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing, adjust based on moisture.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper for seasoning.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sweet Pepper Sausage Pasta
  1. Slice the sausage into bite-sized pieces. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add more olive oil if needed, then sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add bell peppers, cooking for an additional 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Pour in crushed tomatoes, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Boil salted water and cook penne according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
  5. Combine drained pasta, sautéed sausage, and sauce in the pot. Mix well, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency. Warm through.
  6. Serve in bowls, garnishing with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 22gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad or warm garlic bread.

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