Description
This Slow Cooker Sausage with Sauce is the ultimate comfort food for busy days. Fresh Italian sausage is slow-cooked in a rich spaghetti sauce with tender bell peppers and onions. The result? A flavorful, hearty meal perfect for sandwiches, pasta, or a low-carb option with vegetables. Easy to prepare and guaranteed to please!
Ingredients
- 8 (4-ounce) fresh Italian sausage links
- 1 (26-ounce) jar of spaghetti sauce
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
- 1 onion, sliced
- 6 hoagie rolls, split lengthwise (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
Slice the green bell pepper into strips and the onion into thin slices. - Layer in the Slow Cooker:
Place the Italian sausage links in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the spaghetti sauce over the sausages. Add the sliced green bell pepper and onion on top. Stir gently to combine. - Set the Cooker:
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the sausages are cooked through and the vegetables are tender. - Serve:
Spoon the sausage, sauce, and vegetables into hoagie rolls for sandwiches or serve over pasta for a complete meal. For a low-carb option, serve with roasted vegetables or a side salad.
Notes
- Add Extra Veggies: Mushrooms, zucchini, or eggplant are great additions.
- Spice It Up: Sprinkle in crushed red pepper flakes or add a splash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Cheesy Topping: Top sandwiches or pasta with shredded mozzarella or Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Freezer-Friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American