30-Minute Italian Sausage & Pepper Pasta You’ll Make on Repeat
This Italian Sausage and Pepper Penne is a quick, flavorful pasta dinner the whole family will love. Easy to make, budget-friendly, and done in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage sweet or spicy, casings removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
- 1 small onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 24 ounce marinara sauce
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 oz penne pasta
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh basil or parsley optional
Directions
Step 1 – Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2 – Cook the Sausage
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and break it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
Step 3 – Add Veggies
- Add the sliced peppers and onions to the skillet. Cook until soft, about 6–8 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
Step 4 – Simmer the Sauce
- Pour in the marinara sauce and sprinkle in the Italian seasoning. Stir everything together and simmer for 5 minutes. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Step 5 – Combine and Serve
- Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss to coat. Let everything cook together for a couple of minutes so the flavors blend. Serve hot with grated Parmesan and fresh herbs if you like.
Nutrition
Calories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 20gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 1096mgPotassium: 773mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1155IUVitamin C: 73mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 3mg
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