Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage, Peppers and Onions

Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage, Peppers and Onions

Macaroni and cheese is perfect supper food. It’s a kids’ favorite, and adults like it too. My recipe is simple and almost as quick as the boxed variety. Try this variation with Italian sausage and bell peppers.

Yield:
12 servings
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 recipe Creamy Macaroni and Cheese
  • 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings
  • 1 medium-large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, torn in pieces

Directions

Step 1
Follow the recipe for Creamy Macaroni and Cheese.

Step 2
Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook sausage, breaking it up as it fries, until it loses its raw color, 3 to 4 minutes. Add onion and pepper slices, and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add basil, then stir mixture into macaroni. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

137
Calories
12g
Fat
2g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 137
% Daily Value *
Total Fat12g 15%
Saturated Fat4g 22%
Cholesterol29mg 10%
Sodium277mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate2g 1%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars1g
Protein6g
Vitamin C10mg 48%
Calcium12mg 1%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium129mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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