Description
Sweet Pepper and Sausage Pasta is a delicious and colorful dish that brings together the sweetness of bell peppers and the savory flavor of Italian sausage, all tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. This easy recipe makes for a quick weeknight dinner or a delightful meal for special occasions. With vibrant ingredients and comforting flavors, it’s sure to be a hit at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 12 oz Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Slice the Italian sausage into rounds and sauté until browned and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Add chopped onion and bell peppers to the same skillet; sauté until softened, around 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sausage and vegetable mixture; toss to coat everything well.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 360g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg