Smoked Sausage with Peppers and Farro
Use farro or any cooked grain in this simple and satisfying weeknight meal. Smoked Sausage with Peppers is a classic flavor combination that always wins!
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 Tbsp olive oil ($0.12)
- 1/2 lb. smoked sausage ($2.50)
- 2 bell peppers ($2.00)
- 1 yellow onion ($0.31)
- 15 oz. can diced tomatoes* ($1.09)
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano ($0.05)
- Freshly cracked pepper (10-15 cranks of a mill) ($0.03)
- 2 cups cooked farro ($1.00)
- 1/4 bunch fresh parsley, chopped (optional) ($0.20)
Instructions
- 1
Thinly slice the onions and bell peppers. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4 inch thick medallions.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and sauté until browned. Drain off the excess fat.
- 3
Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Continue to sauté until the onions are soft and transparent.
- 4
Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), oregano, some freshly cracked pepper, and the cooked farro. Stir until evenly combined and allow to heat through (5-7 minutes). Taste and adjust the salt if needed. Serve topped with chopped parsley.