Description
Italian Sausage & Pepper Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish packed with flavorful Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and a rich tomato base, all topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a family gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 bell peppers (red and green), sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook Italian sausage until browned and cooked through. Remove and slice if needed.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Combine sausage with the pepper-tomato mixture and transfer to a baking dish.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use sweet or hot Italian sausage depending on your preference.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or fresh basil.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat easily.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian