Maryland Style Sausage and Peppers

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Smoky Italian sausage cooked with bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes, served over rice. This american-inspired quick meals (vegetarian-friendly) ready in about 45 minutes pairs Italian sausage, bell peppers, onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 500g Italian sausage, sliced into 1cm rounds, and cook for 5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, sauté 1 finely chopped onion and 4 minced garlic cloves for 3 minutes until softened. Add 2 diced bell peppers and cook for 5 minutes until tender. Stir in 400g chopped tomatoes and 2 tbsp chopped basil. Simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
  3. Step 3: Return the sausage to the skillet and stir to coat. Cook for 2 more minutes. Serve over 200g cooked long-grain rice, garnished with additional basil.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maryland Style Sausage and Peppers take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (25 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Maryland Style Sausage and Peppers?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep italian sausage from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maryland Style Sausage and Peppers?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Maryland Style Sausage and Peppers for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Maryland Style Sausage and Peppers vegetarian-friendly?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian-friendly based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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