Creamy Sausage and Peppers (Print Version)

Sausages paired with bell peppers and a luscious cream sauce for a hearty, colorful dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meat

01 - 1 pound Italian sausage, sweet or hot

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 medium onion, sliced
06 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 cup heavy cream
09 - 1 cup chicken broth

→ Seasonings

10 - Salt, to taste
11 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

12 - Fresh parsley, chopped

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Slice bell peppers into thin strips, slice onion, mince garlic finely, and cut sausage into bite-sized pieces. Arrange ingredients for smooth cooking flow.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add sausage pieces and brown evenly for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add sliced onions and bell peppers. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened yet slightly crisp.
04 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant. Take care to avoid browning the garlic.
05 - Return sausages to skillet, mixing thoroughly with vegetables to meld flavors.
06 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low, add heavy cream, and stir. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens slightly.
07 - Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot over pasta or rice.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Brown sausage thoroughly to develop deep, savory flavor. Avoid overcooking garlic to prevent bitterness.
02 - Peppers and onions should remain slightly crisp for texture contrast.
03 - Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to three days; reheat gently to preserve sauce texture.