Sausage and Peppers Pasta

This Sausage and Peppers Pasta recipe is a quick and easy version of the Italian classic. It’s vibrant, delicious, and great for busy weeknights!

This recipe makes four servings for about $2.65 per serving. Therefore, the approximate cost of the entire recipe is $10.60.

Ingredients and Estimated Cost

– olive oil – $0.28 – garlic cloves – $0.15 – Italian sausage – $5.22 – green bell peppers – $1.16 – yellow onion – $0.62 – tomato sauce – $0.64 – cherry tomatoes – $0.72 – dried basil – $0.30 – dried oregano – $0.05 – fennel seeds – $0.18 – penne pasta – $1.28

PER SERVING COST: $2.65

RECIPE COST: $10.60

NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have.

Step-by-step instructions!

Follow our easy instructions for success!

First, heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat and then brown the sausage for about eight minutes.

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Then, add the garlic and sauté for about a minute. Next, add the peppers and onion and cook for about four to six minutes.

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Add the tomato sauce, tomatoes, basil, oregano, and fennel seeds to the pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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Cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for eight minutes before removing the lid and cooking for an additional  two minutes.

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Finally, pour the sausage and peppers mixture over the cooked pasta and garnish with mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and basil before serving.

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