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Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs (700 g) Italian sausages (mild, sweet, or spicy)
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Optional: sandwich rolls, pasta, or rice for serving
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare vegetables: Slice bell peppers and onion; mince garlic.
  • Brown sausages (optional): In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown sausages on all sides for 3–4 minutes. Transfer to slow cooker.
  • Combine ingredients: Add sliced peppers, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.
  • Slow cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until sausages are fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
  • Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil. Serve on its own, over pasta or rice, or in sandwich rolls.