Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian Sausage & Pepper Casserole, a dish that combines savory Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and a rich tomato sauce to create a hearty meal perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time and is baked to perfection, offering gooey melted mozzarella on top. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this casserole is sure to impress and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Add sliced bell peppers, chopped onion, and minced garlic; sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish; top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg