Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne

Health score
11%
Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne
50 min.
6
713kcal

Suggestions

Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne: A Hearty and Flavorful Meal

Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Italy with this delectable Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne recipe. Perfect for a comforting lunch or a satisfying dinner, this dish combines the robust taste of Italian sausages with the freshness of peppers and the classic goodness of pasta. With a total preparation time of just 50 minutes, this recipe serves 6 and offers a well-rounded meal with a caloric content of 713 kcal per serving.

This dish is not only delicious but also versatile, accommodating both sweet and hot Italian pork sausages according to your taste preference. The vibrant colors and textures of the peppers and onions, cooked to perfection, add a delightful visual and taste appeal to the dish. Paired with penne pasta, cooked to al dente perfection, and a rich, traditional Italian sauce, this meal promises a symphony of flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of Italy.

The preparation is straightforward, requiring only a few essential ingredients and basic equipment like a frying pan and a slotted spoon. The cooking process, which involves browning the sausage, sautéing the peppers and onions, and simmering everything in the traditional Italian sauce, ensures that each component of the dish is infused with the maximum amount of flavor. Topped with grated parmesan cheese, this dish is a perfect blend of the familiar and the exotic, making it a surefire hit at your dining table.

Whether you're an experienced cook or just starting out, this Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne recipe is a fantastic choice for a main course that's sure to impress. So why wait? Bring the essence of Italy into your home and enjoy a meal that's as heartwarming as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • 0.8 pound noodles tube-shaped uncooked cooked drained (penne or ziti)
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • medium onion sliced
  • servings parmesan cheese grated
  • medium pasilla peppers green red cut into 2-inch strips
  • 1.5 pounds pork sausage sweet italian hot cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • 26 ounce tomato basil sauce italian organic traditional

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sausage in 2 batches and cook until it's well browned.
  3. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining oil.
  5. Add the peppers and onions and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Stir the pasta sauce into the skillet.
  7. Heat to a boil. Return the sausage to the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the sausage is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  8. Serve over the pasta and sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories713kcal
Protein18.14%
Fat59.61%
Carbs22.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.92
Glycemic Load
8.86
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.603478369506%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
1.88mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
8.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:712.92kcal
35.65%
Fat:46.73g
71.89%
Saturated Fat:15.88g
99.25%
Carbohydrates:39.26g
13.09%
Net Carbohydrates:33.01g
12%
Sugar:11.69g
12.99%
Cholesterol:107.75mg
35.92%
Sodium:1711.44mg
74.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.99g
63.98%
Vitamin C:41.3mg
50.06%
Phosphorus:394.74mg
39.47%
Selenium:25.65µg
36.65%
Calcium:331.13mg
33.11%
Vitamin B3:5.82mg
29.08%
Zinc:4.16mg
27.75%
Vitamin B6:0.53mg
26.6%
Potassium:877.48mg
25.07%
Fiber:6.25g
25%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.72%
Vitamin A:1229.14IU
24.58%
Vitamin B12:1.37µg
22.81%
Iron:3.07mg
17.06%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.13%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.47%
Magnesium:44.21mg
11.05%
Vitamin D:1.62µg
10.83%
Vitamin B5:1.01mg
10.06%
Copper:0.18mg
9.2%
Vitamin E:1.23mg
8.19%
Vitamin K:6.85µg
6.53%
Folate:17.84µg
4.46%
Source:Allrecipes