Ah, Sausage and Peppers—a classic Italian-American dish that’s simple, flavorful, and perfect as a hearty meal or sandwich filling 🌭🌶️🧅. Here’s a detailed guide:
🌭 Sausage and Peppers
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 4 Italian sausages (mild or spicy, pork or chicken)
- 2 bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes (optional, for a saucy version)
- Sandwich rolls or hoagie buns (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Cook the sausages
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add sausages and cook until browned on all sides (they don’t need to be fully cooked yet). Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté peppers and onions
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil.
- Sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic until softened, ~5–7 minutes.
- Season with oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
3. Combine sausages and vegetables
- Slice sausages if desired, then return them to the skillet.
- Add tomato sauce if using.
- Cover and simmer 10–15 minutes, or until sausages are fully cooked (internal temp 160°F / 71°C for pork).
4. Serve
- Serve hot over rice, pasta, or in sandwich rolls.
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or grated Parmesan.
Tips for Perfect Sausage and Peppers
- Sausage choice: Italian sausages are traditional, but bratwurst or chicken sausages work too.
- Peppers: Use a mix of colors for sweetness and visual appeal.
- Tomato sauce: Optional—adds a rich, comforting sauce for sandwiches or pasta.
- Meal prep: Make ahead and reheat; flavors improve after a few hours.
If you want, I can give a “classic New York-style Sausage and Peppers” version with caramelized onions, garlic, and a lightly tangy tomato sauce—perfect for hoagie sandwiches.
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