Sausage with bell pepper and onion
Description
Suitable for both holidays and everyday meals. This dish can be served as a side with pasta or polenta. The appetizer is ready. Serve immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Slice the bell pepper into thin strips. Grate the garlic on a coarse grater. Slice the onion.
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Step 2
2. Cut the Italian sausage into 4 pieces. In a large pot with the lid on, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and brown over low heat. If it sizzles and crackles loudly, reduce the heat. Cook for several minutes, turning occasionally, until evenly browned on all sides. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
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Step 3
3. Increase the heat and add the onion and pepper. Fry until done, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and sprinkle with salt and pepper; fry for 1 more minute.
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Step 4
4. Add the red wine and stir with a wooden spoon. Cook until the wine has reduced by half.
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Step 5
5. Add the tomatoes, oregano, red pepper, and mix well.
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Step 6
6. Place the sausage in a skillet. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and braise until the pepper is soft, about 20 minutes. Serve the dish with fresh bread, spooning the polenta on top or mixing it with pasta. The dish can be stored in the refrigerator for several days.