Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 bell peppers (assorted colors), sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
  • Crusty bread or hoagie rolls (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Slice sausage into 1-inch pieces. Slice onion and bell peppers, and mince garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sausage pieces and cook until browned, around 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 7-10 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes; sauté for 2 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with fresh basil and optional crusty bread or hoagie rolls.