Description
Italian Sausage & Pepper Casserole is a comforting dish that beautifully combines savory Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and a rich tomato sauce. This one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, delivering both flavor and satisfaction in every bite. The hearty ingredients meld together to create a delicious meal that’s not only easy to prepare but also great for leftovers. Serve with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, chopped onion, and minced garlic; sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish, top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg