Description
A delightful dish featuring hearty penne pasta, smoky sausage, and fresh bell peppers, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 8 oz smoky sausage, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; add onions and garlic, cooking until translucent.
- Add the smoky sausage and bell peppers, cooking until browned and tender.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Italian seasoning, simmer for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Mix in the cooked penne, season with salt and pepper, and serve with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Ensure not to overcook the pasta; it should be al dente. Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor of the dish.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg