Jul 14 2026
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Italian Sausage & Peppers Recipe

Inspired by First and Last Tavern Hartford
Time30m
Serves4

With a combination of sweet & hot peppers, served with a side of shells

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasonings

Pasta

Method

Cooking the Sausage and Peppers

  1. 1

    Cook the Sausage

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage. Cook, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add olive oil and heat over medium heat. Add sliced bell peppers and onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften.

  3. 3

    Add Garlic and Seasoning

    Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir and cook for another 2 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant.

  4. 4

    Combine with Sausage

    Slice the cooked sausage into bite-sized pieces and return it to the skillet. Stir well to combine with the peppers and onions. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Cooking the Pasta

  1. 5

    Boil the Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.

  2. 6

    Cook the Pasta

    Add shell pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package directions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Serving the Dish

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the sausage and pepper mixture over a bed of shell pasta. Optionally, you can sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil for added flavor.

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