Sausage Cacciatore
Description
This comforting Sausage Cacciatore transforms simple Italian sausage into a deeply flavorful stew. The sausage is browned for texture, then simmered with sweet Spanish onions, crisp green bell peppers, and earthy mushrooms in a robust tomato sauce. The result is a dish that balances savory meat with the bright acidity of tomatoes and the subtle sweetness of the vegetables. While traditionally a dinner dish, this recipe adapts beautifully for a substantial brunch or a quick weeknight meal. Serve it over pasta, rice, or tucked into crusty Italian bread for a satisfying, home-style experience that feels both rustic and elegant.Ingredients
Directions
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Remove sausage from casings if necessary and brown in a large skillet over medium-high heat until about three-quarters cooked, approximately 15 minutes.
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Remove the partially cooked sausage from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
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Core the green bell peppers and slice them into thin strips.
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Peel the Spanish onions and slice them into strips similar in size to the peppers.
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In the same skillet, fry the pepper strips in the remaining sausage grease, adding a little oil if the grease is insufficient.
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Cook the peppers for about 5 minutes, then add the onion strips and continue frying.
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Chop the garlic and add it along with the drained canned mushrooms to the skillet, frying for another 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
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Return the sausage to the skillet and pour in the Italian tomato sauce.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for about 10 minutes, or until the meat is heated through and flavors have melded.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 674.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 43.1g67%
- Saturated Fat 14.3g72%
- Cholesterol 106.7mg36%
- Sodium 1591.3mg67%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.6g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 1.4g
- Protein 56.8g114%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Serving Suggestions: This versatile dish can be served as a hot main course with a side of pasta or rice. It also makes excellent hot sandwiches on crusty Italian bread or in Syrian (pita) bread pockets.
Meat Substitutions: While Italian sausage is traditional, you can substitute with other meats such as chicken, beef, or pork loin to suit your preference.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Buffet Tip: This dish holds heat well and is suitable for serving at hot and cold buffets.
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