Italian Pepper and Sausage Dinner

Step 1

In a large,skillet brown the sausage until it is cooked through.

Step 2

Drain the fat and drain the sausage on paper towels.

Step 3

In the same pan heat your olive oil add and sauté the peppers, and onions, until the onion is translucent,then add the garlic and sauté gently but do not brown your garlic.

Step 4

This will make the dish bitter.

Step 5

The vegetables should be tender.

Step 6

Stir in the tomatoes, spices, Romano cheese and sausage.

Step 7

Cover the pan and simmer all over a medium-low heat for 8-10 minute.

Step 8

If your mixture seems too thick you can add a little water or red wine.

Step 9

While the meat mixture is cooking, the pasta can be prepared as per directions.

Step 10

You do not want to overcook your pasta.

Step 11

You want a little firmness to your noodles.

Step 12

When you are ready to serve use a large platter.

Step 13

The noodles first, then spoon the meat mixture over.

Step 14

Mix slightly.

Step 15

Sprinkle with the Parigiano-Reggiano and place your fresh basil leaves atop.

Step 16

This goes well with a full bodied red wine, a green salad with Italian oil and vinegar dressing, and most of all a good hard crusted peasant bread.