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Sausage and Tomato Skillet served hot in a cast iron pan with herbs
Serine Milo

Sausage and Tomato Skillet

A comforting and hearty skillet dish featuring smoky sausage and juicy tomatoes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, your choice)
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (or 4 fresh tomatoes, chopped)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, chopped (red or yellow for sweetness)
Cooking Essentials
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (or your choice of cooking oil)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the Italian sausage and break it apart with a spatula until it’s crumbly and browned.
  3. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, stirring until the onions become translucent (about 4-5 minutes).
  4. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the diced tomatoes (juices included), and stir to combine well.
  6. Sprinkle in the oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), and season with salt and black pepper.
  7. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer and cook for roughly 10 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

You can substitute chicken sausage for a lighter option or add your favorite veggies. This dish is also great for meal prep and freezes well for up to three months. Serve with crusty bread, rice, pasta, or top with a fried egg for breakfast.

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