Italian Turkey Sausage and Peppers

Ingredients:

3 red bell peppers

2 green bell peppers

1 yellow bell pepper

2 large tomatoes

1 large sliced red onion

6 cloves garlic, chopped

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided

2 tablespoons Italian seasoning

8 4-ounce links of Italian turkey sausage

1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Yield:

6 1-cup servings

Directions:

Wash and slice the peppers and tomatoes; place in a large bowl. Place sliced onions and chopped garlic cloves in a small bowl and set aside. In a separate small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Drizzle oil mixture over peppers and tomatoes, and lightly toss. Slice each sausage link into 5 or more pieces. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the remaining garlic powder in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned. Add peppers and tomatoes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 15 minutes; stir as needed. Add onions and chopped garlic; cover and cook an additional 5 minutes. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Cover and simmer until cheese melts.