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Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne
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Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne

Looking for a simple pasta dish that your entire family will love! This Italian Sausage and Peppers with Penne is simple to make and taste amazing. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bell peppers, onions, penne, sausage
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 oz Penne pasta
  • 1 pound Italian sausage links
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 sliced Bell peppers (I used red and green)
  • 1/2 sliced Yellow onion sliced, 1/2 small
  • 25 oz Marinara sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional for topping)

Instructions

  • Cook penne in a large pot according to package directions. Drain and set aside,
  • In the same large pot cook Italian sausage until 3/4 the way cooked. Remove from pot and cut into bite-size slices. In the same pan add olive oil, bell peppers, and onion.
  • Saute vegetables until tender then add sausage back to the pot. Add marinara sauce and cooked pasta to the pot. Cover and allow to cook on low for 4-5 minutes until everything is warm and well combined.
  • Sprinkle on parmesan cheese. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 540kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 1203mg | Potassium: 787mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1485IU | Vitamin C: 49.7mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 3mg