Monday, August 30, 2010

PENNE CON LA SALSICCIA ED I PEPERONI

While I was thinking of a recipe yesterday, my Grandmother popped into my head.  And being Sunday I started to think of some of the Sunday dinners she used to make.  Of course, it was always a pasta dish, with whatever else.  One of my favorites was spaghetti with sausage and peppers.  It always made me think of a sausage sandwich, only with pasta.  She made it with whatever kind of pasta she had, I always make it with Penne.  With some great hot Italian bread it is the perfect dish for fall weather and Football watching.  Hence, the recipe for today.  Enjoy!

PENNE CON LA SALSICCIA ED I PEPERONI
Penne with Sausage and Peppers

1 lb Penne
5 or 6 Italian Sausages
1 Onion
2 cloves of Garlic
1 Green Pepper cut into pieces About the size of a quarter
1/2 bunch fresh Basil
1/2 teaspoon crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1 32 oz can of Crushed Tomatoes
Olive oil
Salt and Pepper

In a large deep skillet (like a chicken fryer), put about 1/2 cup olive oil.  Chop the onion and when the oil is hot, saute with the chopped garlic until softened.  Add the sausage, cook for about five minutes.  Remove the sausage and cut into 1/2" rounds.  Put back into the skillet and cook until nicely browned and the garlic and onions are well done.  Pour in the tomatoes, green peppers, basil, red pepper flakes and salt and pepper to taste.  Bring to a boil then turn the heat to low and simmer for about 45 minutes.  In the meantime, put the water on to boil for the penne.  Cook the penne just until al dente.  It should be done about the same time as the sauce.  Drain the penne and pour into the sauce.  Stir until all are well coated.  Pour into a large serving bowl.  Serve with the hot bread.  A glass of wine is also good!
Mangia!

Thanks for stopping in today
Ciao
Grayce

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