Crock Pot Italian Sausage And Peppers Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausages and cook until browned on all sides.
• STEP 2.Transfer the sausages to a crock pot and add sliced bell peppers and onions.
• STEP 3.In a bowl, mix together crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Pour the mixture over the sausages and vegetables in the crock pot.
• STEP 4.Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, until the sausages are cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
• STEP 5.Serve the Italian sausages and peppers over pasta or with crusty bread. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can brown the sausages in the skillet before transferring them to the crock pot.
• If you prefer a spicier dish, you can use hot Italian sausages instead of mild.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini to the crock pot for added variety.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• This dish can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

Storage and Serving

• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• This dish can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Serve the Italian sausages and peppers over pasta or with crusty bread for a complete meal.