Name: Smoked Sausage with Peppers and Farro
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil ($0.12); 1/2 lb. smoked sausage ($2.50); 2 bell peppers ($2.00); 1 yellow onion ($0.31); 15 oz. can diced tomatoes* ($1.09); 1/2 tsp dried oregano ($0.05); Freshly cracked pepper (10-15 cranks of a mill) ($0.03); 2 cups cooked farro ($1.00); 1/4 bunch fresh parsley, chopped (optional) ($0.20)

Use farro or any cooked grain in this simple and satisfying weeknight meal. Smoked Sausage with Peppers is a classic flavor combination that always wins!

Ingredients

1 Tbsp olive oil ($0.12)

1/2 lb. smoked sausage ($2.50)

2 bell peppers ($2.00)

1 yellow onion ($0.31)

15 oz. can diced tomatoes* ($1.09)

1/2 tsp dried oregano ($0.05)

Freshly cracked pepper (10-15 cranks of a mill) ($0.03)

2 cups cooked farro ($1.00)

1/4 bunch fresh parsley, chopped (optional) ($0.20)

Instructions

1 Thinly slice the onions and bell peppers. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4 inch thick medallions.

2 Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and sauté until browned. Drain off the excess fat.

3 Add the sliced onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Continue to sauté until the onions are soft and transparent.

4 Add the diced tomatoes (with juices), oregano, some freshly cracked pepper, and the cooked farro. Stir until evenly combined and allow to heat through (5-7 minutes). Taste and adjust the salt if needed. Serve topped with chopped parsley.