PEPPER & SAUSAGE CASSEROLE

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Quick and easy to make, this dish is perfect to enjoy on weeknights.

Provided by Francine Lizotte @ClubFoody

Categories     Casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
1 cup(s) white onions, chopped
2 pinch(es) ground himalayan sea salt
1 cup(s) red peppers, chopped
1 cup(s) poblano peppers, chopped
2 large cloves garlic, pressed
1 pound(s) hot italian sausage (substitute chorizo or merguez), casing removed and torn into pieces
1 teaspoon(s) dried basil
1 teaspoon(s) smoked paprika
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
1 cup(s) orzo pasta
1 can(s) (14 oz.) fire roasted tomatoes
2 cup(s) low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup(s) dry red wine
1/4 cup(s) fresh chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and when it gets hot, add onions with a couple pinches of salt; sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add peppers and sauté for 2 minutes.
  • Add garlic and sauté for only 30 seconds.
  • Add hot Italian sausage and cook until brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Add basil, smoked paprika and freshly ground black pepper; stir to blend. Add orzo and sauté for 1 minute before leaving it in the skillet, undisturbed, for 30 seconds.
  • Pour in chicken broth and red wine; stir well and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • When time is up, add chopped parsley, stir well and serve immediately.
  • To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://youtu.be/pXGJFAErvOY

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