Ingredients for Spaghetti Sauce With Hot Italian Sausage
- Hot Italian Sausage
- Spaghetti Sauce
- Tomatoes
- Garlic Cloves
- Yellow Onion
- Yellow Bell Pepper
- Dried Italian Seasoning
- Salt
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
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How to Make Spaghetti Sauce With Hot Italian Sausage
- Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C). Line a baking sheet or glass casserole dish with foil for easy cleanup.
- Chop 1 medium onion, 1 green bell pepper, and 4 cloves garlic while the oven preheats.
- Place 1 lb Italian sausage (removed from casings) on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- While the sausage cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté the onions and peppers for 5-7 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and sauté for 2 more minutes. Reduce heat to low.
- Add one 24-ounce jar of your favorite pre-made spaghetti sauce to the pot. Stir in one 28-ounce can of fire-roasted tomatoes (undrained), 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon sugar, and ½ teaspoon smoked paprika.
- Once the sausage has cooled slightly, slice it into bite-sized pieces at a steep angle. Add to the sauce.
- Simmer the sauce for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- During the last 10 minutes of simmering, season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve over your favorite pasta and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
81 g
Sugar
67g
Fat
59g
Carbs
9g
