Italian Sausage with Penne and Peppers
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Serves: 4
Ingredients
- 16 oz Mueller's Penne Pasta
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb (about 4 links) Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch strips
- 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
- Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add Italian sausage pieces and cook until browned, turning frequently.
- Add onion and peppers to skillet; stir. Add tomatoes, brown sugar, red wine vinegar and basil. Cover and bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add penne to skillet and toss gently to combine ingredients.
- Sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded Italian blend cheese.










