SAUSAGE-AND-PEPPER RAGU OVER POLENTA

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Browning Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, and onions before stewing them with tomato paste and chicken broth gives the resulting ragu tons of flavor. Serve this quick, easy dinner over creamy polenta topped with Parmesan and fresh parsley.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 hot or sweet Italian sausage links (about 1 pound total)
2 red, yellow, or orange bell peppers, or a combination
1 medium onion
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking polenta
1/4 cup packed grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
Fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high; melt 2 tablespoons butter. Pierce sausages with a fork; add to skillet. Cook until browned in places, 4 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Meanwhile, cut vegetables into 1/2-inch slices; add to skillet. Season with salt and pepper; cook, stirring, until browned in places, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste; cook 1 minute. Return sausages to skillet with 3/4 cup broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 4 to 5 minutes. Uncover; simmer until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • In a saucepan, combine polenta, 2 cups broth, and 1 cup water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, stirring constantly, until thick and smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons butter and cheese; season with salt and pepper. Serve, with ragu, parsley, and more cheese and pepper.

poli ara
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I love this dish! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The sausage and pepper ragu is delicious, and the polenta is the perfect accompaniment. I highly recommend this recipe!


MD.Abirujjaman Anik
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This recipe is a great way to introduce kids to Italian food. The sausage and pepper ragu is mild and flavorful, and the polenta is a fun and unique side dish. My kids love it!


Andria Machitidze
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I've been making this dish for years and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover sausage and peppers. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables.


Julyssa Hughes
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the combination of the sausage and peppers with the creamy polenta. It's the perfect comfort food.


Joel MMA
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I made this dish for my Italian grandmother and she loved it! She said it reminded her of the sausage and pepper ragu that her mother used to make. That's high praise coming from her!


Ekwueme Anthony
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The ragu is rich and flavorful, and the polenta is creamy and smooth. I would definitely recommend this recipe for a special occasion.


BASIT BABAR
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I'm not a big fan of polenta, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce is so flavorful that it really elevates the polenta. I would definitely make this again.


Just Bill
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This dish is easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've served it at parties and potlucks and it's always a hit. The leftovers are also great for lunch the next day.


Avago
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I've made this dish several times and it always comes out great. It's a really versatile recipe that can be tailored to your own taste. I like to add a bit of heat with some red pepper flakes, and I sometimes use different types of sausage, like Ital


Myrtle Williams
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This recipe is a keeper! The sauce is flavorful and the polenta is creamy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Italian food.


Umar Saab
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The sausage and pepper ragu was delicious, and the polenta was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


Komal Butt
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This sausage and pepper ragu over polenta is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The sausage is browned and then simmered in a tomato-based sauce with peppers, onions, and garlic. The polenta is creamy and smooth, and