Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers are so tasty and incredibly flavorful and simple to make. Italian sausage, peppers, onions and seasoning. It’s a dish that is perfect for any time of the year, but since it’s currently cold outside these Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers are perfect.
This Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers Recipe is the perfect easy weeknight meal! It’s packed with flavor, and can be made in the slow cooker for hands-off cooking.
Sausage and peppers is a classic Italian dish that is typically made with grilled or roasted sweet peppers and Italian sausage. This Crock Pot version of the recipe is an easy way to make a delicious sausage and peppers dish without any fuss.
The key to making this recipe successful is to use good quality sausage. I like to use hot Italian sausage for this recipe, but you can use mild or sweet sausage if you prefer. If you can’t find Italian sausage, any type of smoked sausage will work well in this recipe.
To make this Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers Recipe, simply add all of the ingredients to your slow cooker and let it do its thing. The sausage and peppers will cook slowly in the crock pot, developing deep flavor as they go. And since everything cooks in one pot, there’s very little cleanup required!
There are a few reasons why you should try this recipe. First, it is an easy way to make a tasty meal. Second, it is a great way to use up leftover sausage and peppers. Third, it is a healthy option for those looking for a low-calorie meal. Finally, it is perfect for those busy weeknights when you don’t have time to cook a big meal.
This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight when you don’t have time to cook. Just throw everything in the crock pot and let it do its thing. You’ll come home to a delicious meal that’s ready to eat.
Sausage and peppers is a classic dish that everyone loves. This version features Italian sausage, bell peppers, and onions. It’s a hearty and filling meal that will leave you satisfied. Serve it over some cooked pasta or rice, and you’ve got a complete meal.
Tips:
This recipe is so easy and delicious, and it’s perfect for a weeknight meal or entertaining. Here are a few pro tips to make this dish even better:
-If you’re using hot sausage, be sure to remove the casing before cooking. Otherwise, the casing will split and release all of the spicy goodness into the dish, making it too hot to enjoy.
-I like to use a mix of sweet and hot sausage for this recipe, but you can use all sweet or all hot if you prefer.
-For extra flavor, add some garlic or onion to the sausage as it cooks.
-I like to serve this over pasta, but it would also be great on a hoagie roll or with some crusty bread.
Notes:
This recipe is a great way to feed a crowd, and it can easily be doubled or tripled. It can also be made ahead of time and reheated.
I like to use a mixture of sweet and hot Italian sausage, but you can use all sweet or all hot if you prefer. I also like to add a little bit of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce for an extra kick.
If you don’t have a crock pot, you can make this recipe on the stove top. Just cook the sausage and peppers in a large skillet over medium heat until the sausage is cooked through. Then add the tomato sauce and simmer for about 15 minutes.
Conclusion & Recipe:
After trying this recipe, we have to say that it’s a keeper! The sausage and peppers were cooked to perfection in the crock pot and the flavor was incredible. This is definitely a meal that we will be making again soon.
Crock Pot Sausage and Peppers
Ingredients
- 2 19 oz packages Johnsonville Italian Sweet Sausages
- 4 Red peppers sliced
- 4 green peppers sliced
- 1 large onion sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tbsp garlic paste
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup water
- To serve: Hot Dog Buns or Cooked Pasta
Instructions
- Cut all green peppers, red bell peppers, and onions. This step takes the longest. The rest is easy!
- All of your sliced vegetables can be placed in a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker.
- Season vegetables with Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Add salt and pepper.
- Combine 1 cup warm water with tomato paste in a large bowl or measuring cup.
- Mix the tomato paste with onion. Stir well. Cover with a lid and let it cook on low for approximately 4-6 hours, stirring every now and again.
- It's time for you to grill your sausages once the onions and peppers are cooked. 5 Johnsonville Italian Sweet Sausages on the Johnsonville Sizzling SausageGrill.
- Close the lid, and then turn on power. Now relax and enjoy! The grill will do all of the work. A thermometer is located inside the grill to ensure that the sausages reach the desired temperature within 10-15 minutes.
- When the sausages have been cooked, the grill will ring. Continue with the second packet of Italian sweet sausages.
- Put the sausage and peppers in your slow cooker. It should be stirred all around. Place slow cooker on the warm setting. Cover until ready to serve
- It can be served as a whole meal or in hot dog buns.
- You can make it your favorite way. Combine the onion and pepper mixtures with the sausages. The flavors will soak into the sausages!
