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Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata

Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata - Sweet red peppers and savoury sausage are a delight together in this easy and delicious recipe. Served with a salad and fresh bread, it's the perfect quick weeknight meal!

Sausage and Red Pepper Frittata is a low carb dish that is satisfying in flavor and simple to whip up. If you are a fan of frittatas, then I recommend you try this savory Italian Sausage Frittata with red peppers and onions. 

I’ll admit I have a mild frittata addiction. I love how easy they are to make and how you can add different ingredients and completely change the flavor. My go-to ingredients have been bacon and onions. I don’t know why it took me so long to think of adding sausage! I mean sausage is a breakfast food, right?

Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata - Sweet red peppers and savoury sausage are a delight together in this easy and delicious recipe. Served with a salad and fresh bread, it's the perfect quick weeknight meal!


This Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata also has fresh marjoram which looks similar to oregano. However, I find it has a milder flavor.

In terms of the cheese and sausage, feel free to use whatever you have on hand or whatever your tastebuds prefer. I myself like mild Italian sausage, so that’s what I used. I also found a new cheese at our grocery store that I wanted to try. It’s a Goat’s Milk Cheddar & Mozzarella infused with olive oil, garlic, parsley and red, and green bell peppers. It worked well in the frittata and added another element of texture and taste.

Can I Swap Red Pepper with Green Pepper 

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    Of course. If you don’t have a red pepper, you can use green, orange or even yellow. I enjoy the sweetness from a red bell pepper over say green, but it is all whatever you have on hand and can utilize for the recipe. 

    Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata - Sweet red peppers and savoury sausage are a delight together in this easy and delicious recipe. Served with a salad and fresh bread, it's the perfect quick weeknight meal!

    In terms of the cheese and sausage, feel free to use whatever you have on hand or whatever your tastebuds prefer. I myself like mild Italian sausage so that’s what I used. I also found a new cheese at our grocery store that I wanted to try. It’s a Goat’s Milk Cheddar & Mozzarella infused with olive oil, garlic, parsley and red and green bell peppers. It worked really well in the frittata and added another element of texture and taste.

    What to Serve with Sausage Frittata 

    As you can see, anything goes for this recipe. We generally eat it alone or with a side of fruit for a lighter side. It is excellent and bursting with flavor. 

    Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata - Sweet red peppers and savoury sausage are a delight together in this easy and delicious recipe. Served with a salad and fresh bread, it's the perfect quick weeknight meal!

    How to Store Red Pepper and Sausage Frittata 

    Store any leftovers in the fridge. Allow it to fully cool on the counter then cover with a lid or wrap with plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for up to three days. After that, use your best judgment if you need to throw out any leftovers or not. 

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    Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata - Sweet red peppers and savoury sausage are a delight together in this easy and delicious recipe. Served with a salad and fresh bread, it's the perfect quick weeknight meal!

    How to Make a Sausage and Red Pepper Frittata 

    Start by whisking your eggs, cheese, and marjoram in a bowl. Set it aside. Then in a skillet, you want to add in your butter, onions, red pepper and sausage. Make sure to remove the sausage from the casing and cook it up like a ground sausage.

    Then after it has cooked through or around ten minutes in, you want to pour your egg mixture into the skillet and allow it to cook for 2 minutes. Do not stir the mixture, because if you do, it will become scrambled eggs. Resist the urge. After two minutes, pop in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove and slice and serve!  

    Traditional Frittatas vs. Baked Frittatas

    You will see my recipe is a traditional frittata recipe. I go from the stovetop to the oven using the same skillet. Many recipes offer a baked frittata where you pour directly into a pie pan or baking dish and skip the stove top. 

    I find if you want that velvety custard texture that isn’t dry or spongelike the traditional route of making a frittata works best. Either method does work, but for me personally, I enjoy the texture of traditional frittata hands down. 

    Pro Tips for Making Frittatas 

    How to Know When a Frittata is Done 

    Eggs are tough to cook with when it comes to baking in the oven. You need to keep a close eye on your frittata as it can go from done to overcooked in a hurry. Look to see that your eggs are slightly puffed up and opaque. You can also gently shake the pan and see the center will offer a slight jiggle. 

    Having a shimmery and shiny top that is golden brown is key to being done. You also have to remember that even after you remove the frittata from the oven, it will continue to bake a little while longer due to the high heat. So follow these guidelines, and you will be golden.  

    Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata - Sweet red peppers and savoury sausage are a delight together in this easy and delicious recipe. Served with a salad and fresh bread, it's the perfect quick weeknight meal!

    Can I Double this Recipe 

    Of course. Feel free to size up or size down the recipe to fit your needs. Just make sure that if you are doubling you opt for a larger skillet or use multiple skillets. You don’t want your frittata to be too thick, or it will take a lot longer to cook. 

    Frittatas are so versatile and truly easy to make. Don’t be intimidated by the name. Once you make one, you will be coming back for even more frittata recipes. 

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    Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata

    Created by Stacie Vaughan
    Servings 6
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 27 minutes
    Total Time 37 minutes
    Sweet red peppers and savoury sausage are a delight together in this easy and delicious recipe. Served with a salad and fresh bread, it’s the perfect quick weeknight meal!

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 8 large eggs
    • ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
    • 1 tbsp fresh marjoram OR 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
    • 1 tbsp salted butter
    • 3 mild Italian sausages removed from casing
    • 1 red pepper chopped
    • 1 yellow onion chopped

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F.
    • In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cheese and marjoram and set aside.
    • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions, red pepper and sausage (removed from casing and broken up into smaller pieces).
    • Cook for about 10 minutes or until sausage is cooked and veggies are softened.
    • Add egg mixture to the skillet and continue cooking on the stove for 2 minutes. Do not stir.
    • Move the skillet to oven and cook for 15 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes before serving.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 292kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 284mg | Sodium: 451mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    Course Breakfasts
    Cuisine American
    Keyword Sausage & Red Pepper Frittata

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