Description
Hearty Italian sausage sizzles with sweet peppers and caramelized onions in this classic comfort dish. Packed with robust flavors and simple ingredients, you’ll savor each bite of this rustic, soul-warming meal straight from Italy’s culinary heart.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Italian sausage (mild or hot)
Vegetables:
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) to ensure proper cooking temperature.
- Warm olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, then carefully brown Italian sausages on all surfaces until golden, approximately 8-10 minutes. Transfer sausages to a separate plate.
- Utilize the same skillet to sauté sliced bell peppers and onions, stirring periodically until vegetables become tender and develop a light caramelized exterior, around 8-10 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper into the vegetable mixture. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes to release aromatic flavors.
- Nestle the previously browned sausages atop the pepper and onion mixture within the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet directly into the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, ensuring sausages reach an internal temperature of 160F (71C) for safe consumption.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for added color and herbaceous notes. Serve alongside crusty bread or pasta to complete the meal.
Notes
- Choose spicy or mild Italian sausage based on personal heat preference, allowing flexibility for different taste buds.
- Consider using chicken or turkey sausage for a leaner protein option that maintains delicious flavor profile.
- Slice vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent caramelization throughout the dish.
- Experiment with additional herbs like fresh thyme or rosemary to enhance the aromatic complexity of the meal.
- Prep Time: 10-12 minutes
- Cook Time: 23-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg