Description
A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe for sausage and peppers, combining tender sausages with vibrant bell peppers, onions, and flavorful marinara sauce. Perfect for a comforting and hearty meal.
Ingredients
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Meat
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- 6 medium Pork sausage links
Vegetables
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- 3 large Bell peppers (cut into strips)
- 1 large Onion (sliced into half moons, the same width as the pepper strips)
- 6 cloves Garlic (minced)
Pantry Staples
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Sea salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups Marinara sauce
Instructions
- Brown the Sausages: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s hot, add the sausage links. Cook for about 2 minutes per side, just until browned on the outside. (Note: They will not be fully cooked at this stage.)
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the sausages are browning, combine the bell peppers, onions, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker. Toss everything together to coat evenly. Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the vegetables.
- Add Sausages to Slow Cooker: Once the sausage links are browned, place them on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Cook the Dish: Cover the slow cooker and cook the dish on Low for 4-5 hours or on High for 2-3 hours, until the sausages are fully cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Notes
- You can substitute pork sausage with chicken or turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- If you prefer crunchier vegetables, reduce the cooking time slightly.
- This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
