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Crockpot Sausage and Peppers

An easy and delicious slow cooker recipe for sausage and bell peppers, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lb Italian sausage links Use your preferred variety
  • 1 green bell pepper Green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper Yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 large Onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
  • Salt, as needed
  • Black pepper, as needed
  • 1 tsp Italian herb blend
  • 1/4 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes Optional, for heat
  • 2 cups Marinara sauce
  • 1 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thinly slice the green, red, and yellow bell peppers and the onion. Finely chop the garlic.
  2. Place the Italian sausage links in an even layer across the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Pile the sliced peppers and onion over the sausage so they steam and meld with the meat juices.
  4. Sprinkle the chopped garlic over the top. Season with salt, black pepper, the Italian herb blend, and crushed red pepper flakes if you want heat.
  5. Pour the marinara evenly over the sausage and vegetables, making sure everything gets sauced.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. The sausage should be fully cooked and vegetables tender.
  2. Sprinkle with chopped parsley just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 850mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

You can use pork-free options for sausage if you prefer poultry or plant-based sausages. Also, you can swap marinara for crushed tomatoes plus a splash of tomato paste for a chunkier sauce. Adjust the herbs as per your taste.

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