Slow Cooker Sausage and Peppers

Italian sausage, sweet bell peppers, onion, marinara, and oregano cook slowly into a hearty, easy dinner for rolls, pasta, or polenta.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 330 min · Yield: 6 · Method: Slow Cooker

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb italian sausage
• 3 bell peppers
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 24 oz marinara sauce
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp kosher salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 6 submarine rolls

Cooking instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the sausages on all sides, turning as needed, until the centers reach 160°F. Transfer them to the slow cooker. (about 10 min) — medium heat
2. Slice the bell peppers and onion, then add them to the slow cooker with the marinara, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine. (about 5 min)
3. Cover and cook on Low for 5 to 6 hours, until the vegetables are tender and the sausages are fully cooked. Slice the sausages if desired and stir them into the sauce. (about 330 min) — Low
4. Serve the sausage and peppers in submarine rolls, over pasta, or over polenta. (about 2 min)