Skillet Sausages and Peppers
Spicy Basil Brown Rice
Ingredients
- 1½ lb lean Italian turkey sausage links (such as Jennie-O)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 (8-oz) pkg sliced bell pepper and onion medley (see Note)
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5-oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup dry white wine (or use low-sodium chicken broth)
Instructions
- Cook sausages in hot oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes per side or until browned. Remove from skillet; keep warm.
- Add bell pepper and onion medley to skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, 6 minutes or until just tender.
- Stir in tomato paste and garlic; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add tomatoes and wine; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer.
- Halve sausages lengthwise. Return to skillet, and simmer 7 to 8 minutes or until thickened and sausages are done.
Side Dish Ingredients
- 2 (8.8-oz) pouches microwavable brown rice
- 3 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper
Side Dish Instructions
- Microwave rice according to package directions; stir in basil, salt, and pepper.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Side | Total | |
| Servings | 6 | 6 | |
| Calories |
263
|
143
|
406
|
| Fat (g) | 15 | 2 | 17 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Protein (g) | 19 | 3 | 22 |
| Carb (g) | 9 | 23 | 32 |
| Fiber (g) | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Sodium (mg) | 858 | 106 | 964 |
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