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Slow Cooker Sausage And Peppers Recipe

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  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A flavorful and hearty dish perfect for busy days, Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers is a blend of savory sausages, tender bell peppers, and aromatic marinara sauce. This recipe requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Let the slow cooker do all the work for you while you enjoy a delicious, comforting meal!

 

Ingredients

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For the Sausage and Vegetables

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 6 medium Pork sausage links
  • 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)

For the Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper

For the Sauce

  • 1 1/2 cups Marinara sauce

Instructions

  1. Brown the Sausages
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the sausage links. Cook the sausages for about 2 minutes per side, just until browned on the outside. Note that they will not be cooked through at this point.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables and Seasoning
    In a slow cooker, combine the bell pepper strips, sliced onions, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together to coat the vegetables evenly with the seasoning.
  3. Add the Sauce
    Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the vegetable mixture in the slow cooker, ensuring good coverage.
  4. Layer the Sausages
    Once the sausages are browned, transfer them to the slow cooker, placing them on top of the vegetables and sauce.
  5. Cook the Dish
    Set the slow cooker to cook on Low for 4-5 hours or High for 2-3 hours. The dish is done when the sausages are fully cooked through, and the vegetables are tender.

Notes

  • Serving Tips: Serve with crusty bread, over rice, or pasta for a more filling meal.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat in a microwave, skillet, or back in the slow cooker until warmed through.
  • Freezing: This dish freezes well for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
  • Optional Variations: Skip browning the sausages for a quicker prep, bake the dish in the oven instead of using a slow cooker, or add shredded mozzarella for a cheesy twist.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sausage link + 3/4 cup vegetables
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Find it online: https://jessicasrecipes.com/slow-cooker-sausage-and-peppers-recipe/