Penne With Peppers And Sausage

This comforting dish brings together the smoky richness of Italian sausage with the bright sweetness of red and yellow bell peppers. The sauce is built on a base of garlic, onions, and dried herbs like oregano, thyme, and basil, simmered with plum tomatoes and a splash of red wine for depth. The result is a robust, aromatic sauce that clings perfectly to al dente penne. ItâÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner that feels indulgent without requiring hours of prep. Serve it family-style with a crusty loaf of bread to soak up every last drop of the flavorful sauce. Simple, satisfying, and deeply savory, this recipe is a reliable crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 10

Calories: 750

Description

This comforting dish brings together the smoky richness of Italian sausage with the bright sweetness of red and yellow bell peppers. The sauce is built on a base of garlic, onions, and dried herbs like oregano, thyme, and basil, simmered with plum tomatoes and a splash of red wine for depth. The result is a robust, aromatic sauce that clings perfectly to al dente penne. ItâÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner that feels indulgent without requiring hours of prep. Serve it family-style with a crusty loaf of bread to soak up every last drop of the flavorful sauce. Simple, satisfying, and deeply savory, this recipe is a reliable crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

Italian sausage
purple onion, chopped (1-inch pieces)
garlic, crushed
red bell peppers, chopped (1-inch cubes)
yellow bell peppers, chopped (1-inch cubes)
Italian plum tomatoes, canned or fresh
dry red wine
Worcestershire sauce
dried basil
dried thyme
dried oregano
dried rubbed sage
bay leaves
dried red chili flakes
freshly ground black pepper
penne pasta
fresh parsley, chopped
olive oil (for tossing pasta)

Directions

1
Heat a large skillet over moderate heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned on all sides.
2
Remove the sausage from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
3
Discard all but 1 tablespoon of the fat from the skillet.
4
Add the chopped onion to the remaining fat in the skillet. Cook slowly until soft but not browned.
5
Add the crushed garlic and cook for another minute or two until fragrant.
6
Add the chopped red and yellow bell peppers to the skillet. Toss to coat with the oil and cook briefly.
7
Stir in the tomatoes, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, basil, thyme, oregano, sage, chili flakes, and black pepper.
8
Cover the skillet and simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes. Add the cooked sausage pieces back into the sauce toward the end of this period.
9
Uncover the skillet and cook over high heat to reduce the sauce to your desired consistency.
10
Meanwhile, cook the penne in ample boiling salted water until al dente.
11
Drain the pasta and toss it in a heated bowl with a tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.
12
Serve the pasta in heated bowls, topped with the sausage and pepper sauce and a sprinkling of fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 750kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g54%
Saturated Fat 12g60%
Cholesterol 85mg29%
Sodium 950mg40%
Total Carbohydrate 65g22%
Dietary Fiber 6g24%
Sugars 8g
Protein 30g60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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