Ingredients

• Italian sausage - 1 pound
• bell peppers - 3 (red, yellow, and green)
• onion - 1 large
• garlic - 3 cloves
• canned diced tomatoes - 1 can (14.5 ounces)
• olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• salt - to taste
• black pepper - to taste
• shredded mozzarella cheese - 1 cup
• fresh basil - for garnish

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2.

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

3. 3.

   Add sliced Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

4. 4.

   Remove the sausage and set aside. In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic.

5. 5.

   Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

6. 6.

   Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

7. 7.

   Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet and mix well.

8. 8.

   Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish and sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

9. 9.

   Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

10. 10.

    Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil before serving.