One-Pot Penne with Italian Sausage and Colorful Peppers
Enjoy a delightful one-pot meal with this Penne with Italian Sausage and Colorful Peppers recipe. This dish incorporates pre-cooked Italian sausage and chopped peppers with hearty penne pasta, all simmered in flavorful marinara sauce. The simple preparation and easy clean-up make this a perfect choi...
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook penne pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced Italian sausage, green pepper, red pepper, and onion. Sauté until the peppers and onions are slightly softened, about 5-7 minutes.
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Pour the red wine into the skillet to deglaze the pan. Let it simmer for a minute.
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Add the marinara sauce to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
COMBINING
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Add the cooked penne to the skillet. Mix well ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
FINISHING
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Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.