Quick, flavorful skillet with sausage, bell peppers, garlic, and fresh basil for a hearty dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1 lb Italian sausages (mild or spicy), sliced into 1-inch pieces
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into strips
04 - 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
05 - 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Herbs & Seasonings
08 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
09 - ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
11 - 1 packed cup fresh basil leaves, torn
→ Optional Extras
12 - Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
13 - Cooked rice, pasta, or crusty bread, for serving
# Directions:
01 - Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
02 - Add sausage slices and sauté until browned evenly, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add red and yellow bell peppers along with red onion. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
04 - Incorporate minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes, cooking for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until tomatoes soften.
05 - Return sausage to skillet, add dried oregano, crushed red pepper flakes if desired, salt, and black pepper. Toss to combine and cook for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
06 - Remove skillet from heat and gently fold in torn fresh basil leaves immediately before serving.
07 - Plate hot, optionally topped with grated Parmesan; accompany with rice, pasta, or crusty bread as preferred.
