Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful Italian classic that’s sure to impress! Our "Sausage Waltons Mild Italian" recipe is a symphony of flavors that combines juicy mild Italian sausage with vibrant bell peppers and onions, all cooked to perfection in just 25 minutes. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a comforting weeknight meal, this dish is your ticket to culinary bliss. Dive into the heart of Italian cuisine and discover how easy it is to create a restaurant-quality dish right in your own kitchen!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound mild Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the mild Italian sausage from packaging and pat dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, allowing the oil to shimmer but not smoke.
- Carefully place the sausage links into the hot skillet, allowing them to brown evenly on all sides. Cook for approximately 8-10 minutes, turning periodically to achieve a golden-brown exterior.
- While sausages are cooking, slice the bell pepper and onion into uniform strips to ensure even cooking.
- Once sausages are partially cooked, add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet around the sausages.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the sausages and vegetables, ensuring even distribution of seasonings.
- Continue cooking for an additional 10-12 minutes, stirring vegetables occasionally and ensuring sausages are cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F.
- Remove skillet from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Transfer sausages and vegetables to a serving platter, garnish if desired, and serve hot.
Tips
- Pat the Sausage Dry: Before cooking, make sure to pat the mild Italian sausage dry with paper towels. This step helps achieve a beautiful golden-brown crust during cooking.
- Preheat the Skillet: Allow your skillet to heat up before adding olive oil. The oil should shimmer but not smoke, indicating it’s hot enough for the sausages.
- Don’t Crowd the Pan: For even browning, avoid overcrowding the skillet. If necessary, cook the sausages in batches to ensure they get that perfect sear.
- Uniform Vegetable Cuts: Slice your bell peppers and onions into uniform strips. This ensures they cook evenly and blend beautifully with the sausage.
- Check Internal Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to check that the sausages reach an internal temperature of 160°F for safety and optimal juiciness.
- Let It Rest: After cooking, allow the dish to rest for a few minutes. This helps the juices redistribute, making each bite succulent and flavorful.
- Garnish for Presentation: Consider garnishing your dish with fresh herbs like parsley or basil for an added pop of color and flavor before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 350kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 75mg
