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    What To Serve With Sausage and Peppers

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    Pin image with text of sausage and peppers on a white plate.

    If you're wondering what to serve with sausage and peppers, I've got plenty of ideas that can help you make the perfect meal! Whether your cooking dinner for guests or making a quick meal at home, there is a perfect side for every occasion!

    Square close up image of sausage and peppers on a white plate.

    All the best sides to pair with sausage and peppers for any occasion!

    You can't go wrong with a scrumptious plate of sausage and peppers. It's one of those dishes that appeal to both the nose and the eyes, thanks to its vibrant color and incredible aroma.  

    You know your dinner is going to be delicious if it looks so good! It's as much fun to eat as it is to make because it has so much flavor and texture.  

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    • 1. Sauteed Broccolini
    • 2. Mushroom Risotto
    • 3. Cream Cheese Pasta
    • 4. Cucumber Vinegar Salad
    • 5. Dijon Mustard Brussel Sprouts With Bacon
    • 6. Dirty Rice
    • 7. Cajun Fries
    • 8. Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread
    • 9. Potatoes O'Brien
    • 10. Roasted Vegetable Medley
    • 11. 4 Ingredient Potato Soup
    • 12. Southern Fried Cabbage
    • 13. Jiffy Corn Casserole
    • 14. Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
    • 15. Pasta e Fagioli Soup
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    Even though sausage and peppers are great on their own, they're even better when paired with some mouthwatering side dishes. Here's a list that has something for everyone, whether you're looking for something to add to your regular dinner rotation or something to try out if hosting a dinner.  

    1. Sauteed Broccolini

    Sauteed broccolini is a delicious vegetable side dish that the whole family will enjoy. It only takes a few minutes of cooking time for the delicate broccolini to turn out wonderfully!  

    Even though this tasty vegetable is hard to come by in stores, it is well worth stocking up on as many as you can find! The combination of crisp, fresh broccolini is a delightful addition to any meal.  

    Sauteed Broccolini
    Sauteed broccolini is a vegetable side dish that is easy to make. Everyone in the family will love to have with dinner! The tasty, tender veggie can be hard to find in stores but is totally worth grabbing every bunch on the shelves when you do find it!
    Check out this recipe
    Sauteed broccolini garnished garnished and served on white plate.

    2. Mushroom Risotto

    Mushroom risotto is a creamy Italian rice dish with chicken broth and your favorite mushrooms. To make it on the stovetop, you'll need to be patient and stir slowly.  

    The mushroom risotto's complex flavors blend beautifully. Parmesan and butter make this dish super creamy, with a nuttiness from Arborio rice and mushrooms' rich, earthy flavor. It's the ultimate comfort food meal!  

    Gordon Ramsay's Mushroom Risotto
    This mushroom risotto recipe includes plenty of rich flavors that combine perfectly to make an elegant dish suitable for Hell's kitchen. A tasty nuttiness from the Arborio rice and a rich earthy flavor from the mushrooms, all coated with the super creamy texture of Parmesan cheese and butter (with just a hint of white wine)! It is the perfect dish to impress your guests at your next dinner party or holiday celebration!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of mushroom risotto on a white plate.

    3. Cream Cheese Pasta

    Cream cheese pasta can be made in less than ten minutes, making it an excellent dish for a chilly night in. This easy and inexpensive pasta dish is ideal for a last-minute midweek dinner.  

    Cozy and filling, this is a great option to serve with sausage and peppers. It's quick and easy to put together, and everyone will enjoy it!

    Cream Cheese Pasta
    My cream cheese pasta is an easy-to-make quick dinner that’s perfect for weeknights and can be dressed up for weekends! Perfectly cooked spaghetti is tossed in garlicky cream cheese and Parmesan sauce that lusciously coats every strand!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of the easy cream cheese pasta served on blue plate.

    4. Cucumber Vinegar Salad

    This dill, red onion, and cherry tomato salad with cucumber vinegar is a light side dish or appetizer. You can't go wrong with the combination of tangy and sweet flavors in this salad.  

    It's a great side dish for any time of the week, and it goes well with a variety of other dishes, such as Swedish meatballs and sausage and peppers, which are both scrumptious.  

    Cucumber Vinegar Salad
    This delightfully refreshing cucumber vinegar salad with dill makes a perfect light appetizer or side for any meal! This salad is nice and crisp with the perfect combination of tangy and sweet- it doesn't get any better!
    Check out this recipe
    Amazingly tasty cucumber vinegar salad with red onion, cherry tomatoes, and fresh dill.

    5. Dijon Mustard Brussel Sprouts With Bacon

    Delicious and simple, these Bacon and Dijon Mustard Sauce Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a great side dish for any meal. Brussel sprouts are one of our favorite veggies because of their versatility and long shelf life.  

    As a bonus, they're both nutritious and delicious! You can't go wrong with these guys! Everyone will be happy to eat their vegetables if you serve them these.  

    Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Dijon Mustard Sauce
    Super easy brussels sprouts with a delightfully tangy Dijon flavor!
    Check out this recipe

    6. Dirty Rice

    Look no further than this quick and flavorful side dish. Simple to prepare, dirty rice goes well with a variety of foods.

    This dish is bursting with authentic Cajun flavor! We love to serve this as a tasty side dish with Sausage and Peppers at dinner time.  

    Dirty Rice
    This dirty rice recipe is full of Cajun flavor, hearty meat, and lots of aromatic veggies to make a super quick and delicious dinner! So, whip up an easy batch of dirty rice and let the good times roll!
    Check out this recipe
    Square photo of white bowl full of dirty rice.

    7. Cajun Fries

    These Cajun fries are perfect in every way! The flavor and crispiness is unbeatable, and we can't imagine anything topping them. You'll love these if you're a big fan of french fries.  

    These Cajun fries are perfect as a snack or side dish, especially if you absolutely love spicy food. Serve with Sausage and Peppers and a Bisquick peach cobbler for dessert, and you've got yourself a southern meal to remember!  

    Cajun Fries
    These tasty homemade Cajun fries are wonderfully crispy and perfectly seasoned for flavorful fries that everyone will enjoy! They're easy to make at home and are the perfect side for burgers, barbecue, pulled pork, and more!!
    Check out this recipe
    Seasoned Cajun fries double fried to perfection and served with ketchup.

    8. Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread

    Garlic herb focaccia bread is crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. Served with dinner, soups, and stews or even with sandwiches, it is a delicious addition to any meal.  

    You don't need any fancy equipment, you can easily whip up this garlic herb focaccia bread at home.  

    Cast Iron Skillet Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread
    This Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread is really easy to make...don't let the wait times fool you! And the results are truly delicious!
    Check out this recipe
    Cast Iron Skillet Garlic Herb Focaccia Bread at Delectable, www.delectablecookingandbaking.com

    9. Potatoes O'Brien

    Pan-fried Potatoes O'Brien are excellent for a country breakfast, but also great at lunch or dinner. Pair these simple potatoes with sausage and peppers for a hearty and satisfying dish.

    Thanks to these potatoes, you'll have plenty of energy to get through the day!  

    Potatoes O'Brien
    Potatoes O’Brien are a country breakfast favorite. Easy-to-make but they also are great next to the main dish at dinner time! Tender potatoes are fried with flavorful red and green bell pepper and onions to make the ultimate breakfast side that the whole family will love!
    Check out this recipe
    Potatoes O'Brien fried to crispy perfection with red and green bell peppers.

    10. Roasted Vegetable Medley

    Roasted vegetables are a colorful, nutritious, and quick side dish that is a must-try! These seasoned vegetables have the perfect combination of tenderness and crunch. 

    Meat, poultry, pork, and fish are all tasty when served with a medley of oven-roasted vegetables. These veggies will convert vegetable haters to vegetable lovers!

    Roasted Vegetable Medley
    This flavorful and easy to make Roasted Vegetable Medley is the perfect vegetable side dish for your chicken, pork, or beef dinners! The colorful assortment of veggies can be cooked until tender, or crispy and caramelized. Whichever way you like them best!
    Check out this recipe
    roasted vegetable medley of beets carrots parsnips and brussel sprouts served in a white plate

    11. 4 Ingredient Potato Soup

    4 Ingredient Potato Soup is the simplest and most delicious comfort food you'll ever make! This soup only requires four simple ingredients, most of which you already have in your pantry.  

    It's also cost-effective! Try this creamy soup for your next weeknight dinner.  

    4 Ingredient Potato Soup
    This 4 Ingredient Potato Soup is creamy and incredibly tasty. The easiest comfort food soup you’ll ever make! This luscious, delectable soup will have your family thinking it’s been simmering all day – but it only takes 30 minutes to cook!
    Check out this recipe
    4 ingredient potato soup served with shredded cheddar cheese, crisped bacon, and sliced green onion.

    12. Southern Fried Cabbage

    In our opinion, Southern Fried Cabbage is one of the best ways to prepare cabbage. This is a tasty recipe that can be tailored to your personal preferences.

    The longer you cook the cabbage, the less texture you'll get out of it. It will need to be cooked longer for those who prefer it tender.

    Cooking until you're satisfied with the taste is as simple as taking a bite or two of each step. When paired with sausage and peppers, it's a total winner.

    Fried Cabbage
    Fried cabbage with bacon is more than just a side dish, it’s a savory southern classic that will to turn cabbage haters into cabbage lovers! This quick and simple cabbage recipe is perfect for when you're craving comfort food like grandma used to make!
    Check out this recipe
    Square image of a cast iron pan with Southern fried cabbage with bacon.

    13. Jiffy Corn Casserole

    With every bite, you'll taste the creamy corn mixed into the cornbread in this Jiffy corn casserole, a side dish made in heaven! Everybody loves cornbread, and this side dish, which can be referred to as corn casserole, corn pudding, or spoon bread, goes well with almost anything!   

    As an added bonus, it's simple to put together and doesn't cost a lot of money. As a result, it's a great addition to a wintertime meal at home or a summertime picnic in the park.

    Jiffy Corn Casserole
    This Jiffy corn casserole is a sweet and savory side dish with creamy corn mixed into every bite of your cornbread! Best of all, you only need 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time to put it together. Whether you call it corn casserole, corn pudding, or spoon bread, it's a side that goes with practically anything!
    Check out this recipe
    Closeup Jiffy corn casserole square served on plate.

    14. Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions

    If you're a fan of mushrooms, you'll love this dish. These simple and delicious mushroom and onions require only a few ingredients and a few minutes to prepare.  

    As they cook, they have an amazing aroma. Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions are a delicious side dish or topping, and we love serving them with Sausage and Peppers.  

    Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
    Sauteed mushrooms and onions are the perfect balance of semi-sweet, tangy, salty, and earthy flavors! They're also super easy to make which makes them a fantastic side dish for any meal! Your sauteed mushrooms and onions are sure to be a new family favorite that you'll love sharing!
    Check out this recipe
    Overhead image of the suateed mushrooms and onions in dark skillet.

    15. Pasta e Fagioli Soup

    This hearty soup may have been popularized by Olive Garden, but there's no need for an Italian restaurant to get your soup fix.

    This tomato-based soup is full of flavor, and pairs wonderfully with the salty and savory flavors of sausage and peppers.

    Pasta e Fagioli Soup
    Pasta e Fagioli Soup, aka 'pasta and beans,' is a traditional Italian soup using mini pasta, sausage, and vegetables in a tomato based broth. Nothing says comfort food like a brimming bowl of this classic Italian soup on a cold day!
    Check out this recipe
    Pasta e Fagioli Soup is a hearty Italian soup with pasta, Italian sausage and vegetables

    So, now that you know what to serve with your Sausage and Peppers, we hope your meal is out-of-this-world! We'd absolutely love to hear what you think in the comments section below!  

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    What To Serve With Sausage & Peppers: Sauteed Zucchini & Yellow Squash (+More Great Recipes!)

    If you're wondering what to serve with sausage and peppers, I've got plenty of ideas that can help you make the perfect meal! Whether your cooking dinner for guests or making a quick meal at home, there is a perfect side for every occasion!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 73kcal
    Prep 5 minutes
    Cooking 5 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
    • 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
    • 3 medium zucchini (small to medium - washed, trimmed, and thin sliced)
    • 3 medium yellow squash (small to medium - washed, trimmed, and thin sliced)
    • ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper (to taste)
    • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (grated, more to taste)
    • ¼ large lemon (optional)

    Instructions

    • Heat a large skillet or frying pan and olive oil over medium high heat. Add garlic, zucchini, and yellow squash.
      1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon garlic, 3 medium zucchini, 3 medium yellow squash
    • Season with salt and pepper, toss to combine. Continue to cook over medium high heat, stirring frequently, until the zucchini and squash reach your desired level of tenderness.
      ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper
    • Once done, remove the zucchini and squash from heat and squeeze the lemon juice over. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, then stir until well coated.
      ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, ¼ large lemon
    • Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 73kcal (4%) | Carbohydrates: 7g (2%) | Protein: 4g (8%) | Fat: 4g (6%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) | Cholesterol: 3mg (1%) | Sodium: 77mg (3%) | Potassium: 519mg (15%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 5g (6%) | Vitamin A: 425IU (9%) | Vitamin C: 37mg (45%) | Calcium: 82mg (8%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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