Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375F.

Step 2

Heat a little olive oil in a large cast iron pan.

Step 3

Start to brown the sausage over medium-high heat, turning occasionally to brown on all sides.

Step 4

Set to the side.

Step 5

Add the peppers, and onions to the cast iron pan over medium - high heat.

Step 6

Cook until just until they’re starting to soften, about 4 minutes.

Step 7

Season the peppers italian herbs, cayenne, smoked paprika, and black pepper.

Step 8

Toss to evenly coat.

Step 9

Layer the browned sausage over the peppers mix and sprinkle with desired amount of grated mozzarella.

Step 10

Bake for 25 minutes.

Step 11

Serve hot.