Sausage, Peppers, and Mushrooms Low-Carb Cheesy Bake
Sausage, Peppers, and Mushrooms Low-Carb Cheesy Bake is the perfect solution for a busy weeknight dinner. This hearty dish features savory sausage, sweet bell peppers, and earthy mushrooms, all topped with a generous layer of gooey mozzarella cheese. It’s not only quick to prepare but also fits seamlessly into your low-carb lifestyle without compromising on flavor. Whether enjoyed as a comforting meal at home or served at casual gatherings with family and friends, this cheesy bake promises to satisfy your cravings while keeping your diet in check.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 T olive oil
- 16 oz. brown Cremini mushrooms, washed and cut in thick slices
- 19.5 oz hot or mild turkey or beef Italian sausage
- 2 red bell peppers, cut into thick strips
- 2 green bell peppers, cut into thick strips
- 1/2 tsp. Italian herb blend
- 1/2 tsp. Spike Seasoning (or use any all-purpose seasoning blend)
- fresh-ground black pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 cups grated Mozzarella (more or less as desired)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Sauté sliced mushrooms in olive oil until browned; transfer to the baking dish.
- Brown the sausage in a separate pan and then slice it.
- Sauté bell peppers until tender, then layer them over the mushrooms.
- Add sliced sausage on top and sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg