Sausage & Peppers Over Ziti Recipe
Make Sausage & Peppers Over Ziti Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sausage and Peppers
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the boiling water.
- 2
Cook the Ziti
Add the ziti pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 3
Drain and Set Aside
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside. Do not rinse the pasta.
Preparing the Sausage and Peppers
- 4
Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- 5
- 6
Season the Mixture
Add crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Pour in the tomato sauce, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5-10 minutes to meld the flavors.
Combining and Serving
- 8
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained ziti pasta to the skillet with the sausage and peppers mixture. Toss gently to combine until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
- 9
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil if desired. Enjoy your Sausage & Peppers Over Ziti!
