This Italian Sausage, Peppers and Onions is a hearty comfort food dish that’s perfect for game day!
Today, I’m serving up my favorite kinda comfort food guys, my Italian Sausage, Peppers and Onions.
I’ve always been a fan of Italian sausage. Sweet or spicy, atop pasta, added to a nice fluffy hoagie roll and enjoyed as a sandwich, or simply in a bowl by itself. I’m all in.
We really enjoy this on our game day menu. It’s one of my go-to’s because it’s an easy favorite with everyone.
I use Giada’s tip to add some marsala wine, because it’s definitely a flavor boost. But you know I had to tweak Giada’s recipe because Mr. Picky does not, let me repeat, DOES NOT like big tomato chunks. If he’s sees one, he’s out. (Can anyone else say, please put on your big boy pants Mr. Picky?)
So for my Italian Sausage, Peppers and Onions, I use a large can of crushed tomatoes, crushed being the key word.
Lots of red and green bell peppers, onions, some garlic and Italian seasoning with a pinch of red pepper flakes for spice and you’ve got a cozy comfort food meal to serve with pasta, as a sandwich or right out of the pot! Enjoy!
A Few Cook’s Notes for Italian Sausage, Peppers and Onions Recipe:
I used sweet Italian sausage for today’s recipe, but you can also use hot or a combination of both.
I think the addition of the Marsala wine really makes this dish, so I wouldn’t leave it out.
I chose links for this recipe, but you can also buy a large piece of sausage.
I added 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, but if you like it spicier add more. Not so spicy? Add less.
Italian Sausage, Peppers and Onions
Print Recipe Pin RecipeIngredients
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 1/2 lb. Italian sausage links
- 2 red bell peppers, cut into thin strips
- 2 green bell peppers, cut into thin strips
- 1 large yellow onion, cut into slices, and then half each slice
- 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 1/4 cup Marsala cooking wine
- 1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp. granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage links and cook until browned on both sides, about 10 minutes. Remove from pan and place on plate. Set aside.
- Add the peppers and onions, salt and pepper to the pan and cook over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add the Italian seasoning and the garlic and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste.
- Add the Marsala wine, crushed tomatoes granulated sugar and red pepper flakes and stir until well combined. Bring to a simmer.
- Cut the sausages into 1-inch chunks. Add the sausage to the pot and stir until well combined. Cook for 20 minutes or until sausage is totally cooked though. Serve with pasta, on rolls, or in bowls.
Inspired by Giada’s Sausage, Peppers and Onions
Lol…too funny about the tomatoes!! This is my kinda comfort food, Mary Ann! A big ol’ serving of this with crusty bread is the way to go! Getting cooler and darker here all the time so this is the stuff I crave. Pinned! Happy weekend ahead, my friend :)
He’s the tomato police Dawn! Ugh! This is my favorite comfort food dish, anytime of year actually, but even more so during the fall and winter!
Thanks for such a great recipe. Can’t wait to try it. I wanted to comment on your ceramic cheese sprinkling mouse. I have one also. It was given to me as a shower gift some 38 years ago. I’ve never seen another one and am thrilled to see yours. Mine has a different pattern but the same form. It is my kitchen mascot. It has stood in a special spot in every kitchen I’ve had. Make it 7!! Hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine.
You’re so welcome Anne. I got that cheese sprinkling mouse from my mom way, way back! I love it too! Thanks so much for following the blog and taking the time to leave a comment! Hope you have a wonderful day!
Perfetto ! Although we have hot weather back, we decided to enjoy comfort food and this is exactly what we prefer ! Thank you so much :-)
I enjoy this one all year long Davorka!
This is comfort food at its finest! And love it for football watching too! Have a great weekend, Mary Ann!
Thanks so much Kelsie! You too!
Okay – that cheese sprinkling mouse is adorable! First time seeing one! A sweet complement to this awesome recipe! Bring on the football – we’ve got the meal!!
My Mom gave me that Annie! I love it too! Bring on the football food!
Too funny Mary Ann! My husband only recently started eating tomatoes and they have to be very small pieces or pureed. If there are chunks, he’s out too! With that said, my Mr. Picky would enjoy this recipe! ;) Happy almost weekend!
Husbands can be sooo silly! Thanks for pinning Leanne. Hope you have an awesome weekend!
Lol!! I’m also married to a Mr. Picky, so the tomato chunk comment made me laugh out loud! I feel you pain, Mare! Big boy pants should be gifted for Christmas this year!!! With that said, both the Mr. and I would absolutely devour this dish!! This looks so flavorful and you loaded it with some of my favorites!! Can’t wait to give it a try!!! Pinned!
I have to say, it’s sometimes a challenge cooking for Mr. Picky! Thanks for pinning my friend! Happy weekend!
Lol! Too funny about the tomato chunk phobia :) But chunks of tomato or no chunks of tomato, this is just some fabulous comfort food right here! So much flavour and just what I’m craving this time of year.
Thanks Jennifer. It’s a favorite for sure!
This is just the kind of hearty, super flavorful comfort food that I’m craving right now. Perfect with crusty bread so not one drop gets missed!
Yessirree!!
This is total comfort food, Mary Ann! I have to laugh about the tomatoes, I’ve never been a big fan of the big chunks. I can’t lie! I’m already a fan of this, though!
Lol! He’s a tough cookie when it comes to tomato chunks Katherine!
Mr. Picky’s lucky to have you cook for him! :) This is perfect for game watching or just a family dinner. I’m loving all that sausage!
Ha! This is one of my favorite dishes Kathy. Hope you give it a go. I bet you’d really enjoy it.
All time fave kicked up a notch with that tomato base, delicious recipe! Comfort food at its finest too :)
Thanks Kev! You’d love it!
I saw this recipe on your Insta, Mary Ann, and knew I was going to make it! I’ve bought all of the ingredients, and looking forward to making it this week! Love this recipe, and totally needed something new and pretty simple to make! Thanks!
You’re going to LOVE it Laura! It’s one of my all time favorites! Enjoy!
I remember seeing this on Instagram and thinking I gotta check to see when you post it. Cannot wait time make this. Pinned ready for my next grocery shopping trip!
You’ll really enjoy it Matt! Let me know!