Sausage and Pepper Skillet
This easy one-pan dinner is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients:
1 lb. Italian sausage
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
2 tbsp. olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles.
Add peppers, onion, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Cook until vegetables are tender and sausage is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
Sausage and Spinach Stuffed Shells
This cheesy, savory dish is perfect for a family dinner or potluck.
Ingredients:
1 lb. jumbo pasta shells
1 lb. Italian sausage
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1 lb. fresh spinach
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Cook pasta shells according to package directions, drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook sausage, onion, garlic, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes over medium-high heat until sausage is browned and onion is tender.
Add spinach and cook until wilted.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
Add sausage mixture to cheese mixture and stir until well combined.
Stuff each pasta shell with the sausage and cheese mixture and place in a large baking dish.
Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese on top of stuffed shells.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Sausage and Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
This hearty meal is easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients:
1 lb. Italian sausage, sliced
1 lb. baby potatoes, halved
1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a large mixing bowl, combine sausage, potatoes, onion, bell peppers, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Toss with olive oil until well coated.
Spread mixture onto a large baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender and sausage is cooked through.
Conclusion
Whether you’re in the mood for a classic dish or something a bit more innovative, sausage is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dinner recipes. From savory skillet dishes to stuffed shells and sheet pan dinners, the possibilities are endless. So why not try one of these delicious recipes and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills?
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