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Slow Cooker Italian Sausage and Peppers
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 6 Italian sausages
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet, brown the Italian sausages over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Drain excess fat and transfer sausages to the slow cooker.
- Add the sliced bell peppers, sliced onion, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the mixture over the sausages and vegetables in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours, until the sausages are cooked through and the peppers are tender.
- Serve the Italian sausages and peppers over cooked pasta or in a hoagie roll, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Slow Cooker Italian Sausage and Peppers is a classic Italian-American dish that originated in the southern regions of Italy. This hearty and flavorful dish features sweet or hot Italian sausages, bell peppers, onions, and a rich tomato sauce. It is believed to have been brought to the United States by Italian immigrants and has since become a staple in Italian-American cuisine. The dish is often associated with family gatherings, festivals, and celebrations, where it is traditionally cooked in large quantities to feed a crowd. Many Italian-American chefs and home cooks have their own variations of the recipe, adding their unique touch to the dish. One of the best versions of this dish can be found in the Italian-American neighborhoods of New York City, where renowned chefs and local eateries have perfected the art of slow-cooking Italian sausages and peppers to tender, flavorful perfection. The key to getting this dish right lies in using high-quality Italian sausages, fresh and colorful bell peppers, and a well-balanced tomato sauce with the right blend of herbs and spices. Slow cooking the ingredients allows the flavors to meld together, creating a comforting and satisfying meal. While the traditional method involves slow cooking the sausages and peppers in a tomato sauce on the stovetop, using a slow cooker offers a convenient and hands-off approach, allowing the flavors to develop over several hours of gentle simmering. This method is particularly popular for busy home cooks who want to come home to a delicious, ready-to-eat meal. Whether enjoyed on a crusty Italian roll, over pasta, or with a side of creamy polenta, Slow Cooker Italian Sausage and Peppers continues to be a beloved dish that brings people together to savor the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine.
375 min
6
450 calories
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