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Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

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Ago Tanfossi

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Published on March 20, 2026

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Juicy Italian sausage slow-cooks on a bed of peppers and onions, all simmered in marinara for a cozy, hands-off dinner. Perfect for hoagies, pasta, or polenta.

4 servings
Capolavoro Score 4.8/5 · 9 votes
Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Ingredients

  • 4 bell peppers
  • 1 onion
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 garlic
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 19 oz Sausage

Instructions

  1. 1

    Slice the bell peppers and onions and add them to the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Add the oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt. Toss well to combine.

  3. 3

    Pour the marinara sauce overtop.

  4. 4

    Optional: If desired, brown the sausages in a skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes on each side.

  5. 5

    Place the sausages on top of the vegetables. Cover and cook on LOW for to 4 hours or on HIGH for to 3 hours, until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Ago's Notes

  • Adjust salt to taste based on your canned goods.

Let the flavors meld and the aromas fill your kitchen-this is comfort in every bite, crafted with care and a touch of southern Italy's soul.

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