Italian Sausage Peppers and Onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Brown the Sausage

1. Preheat a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
2. Add the Italian sausage and cook 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides.
3. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2: Sauté Vegetables

1. In the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onions.
2. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until they begin to soften.
3. Add minced garlic and cook 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 3: Build the Sauce

1. Stir in the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and kosher salt.
2. Mix well so the vegetables are coated with the tomato sauce.

Step 4: Combine and Simmer

1. Nestle the browned sausage back into the vegetable mixture.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20–25 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the sausage is fully cooked.

Step 5: Finish and Serve

Serve hot with crusty bread, pasta, or rice.

Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top.