Description
A hearty and flavorful Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers recipe featuring Italian sausage, bell peppers, onions, and a savory tomato base. Perfect for an easy, comforting one-pot meal that simmers all day to meld the delicious flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 1 lb Italian sausage
Vegetables and Seasoning
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Other
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked and browned on all sides. This step helps to render fat and develop flavor.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Place the browned sausage into the slow cooker to begin slow cooking.
- Add Vegetables: Add the sliced bell peppers, sliced onion, and minced garlic to the slow cooker over the sausage.
- Add Tomatoes and Seasonings: Pour the can of diced tomatoes into the slow cooker, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently stir all ingredients in the slow cooker to combine everything evenly.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours until the vegetables are tender and flavors are fully blended.
- Serve: Serve the sausage and peppers hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and fresh flavor.
- Enjoy: Enjoy this comforting and flavorful one-pot slow cooker meal!
Notes
- You can use hot or mild Italian sausage depending on your spice preference.
- If fresh basil is unavailable, dried basil can be used but add it earlier in the cooking process.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to allow some liquid to evaporate.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread or over cooked pasta or rice.
