Ingredients

  • 1 red onion, minced
  • 2 red peppers, roasted and cut 1/2-inch slices
  • 2 yellow peppers, roasted and cut 1/2-inch slices
  • 1 dried ancho chile
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano, minced
  • 2 pounds sweet Italian sausage
  • 2 cups dry red wine
  • 28 -ounce can whole San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand

Method

  • Saute onions, peppers and chile in olive oil until onions are brown.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir in garlic and basil.
  • Add oregano.
  • Hold aside.
  • Prick sausage all over with a fork.
  • Saute in skillet over medium heat until brown.
  • Add enough wine to cover about 2/3 of the sausage.
  • Add Sauteed vegetables, tomatoes and any liquid.
  • Simmer gently, partially covered, for 20 minutes.
  • Remove sausage and slice into 1-inch pieces.
  • Can be served on pasta or with bread.