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One way to easily level up the flavor in a simple dinner recipe is by using Italian sausage. Whether it is ground sausage or sausage links, they are a great source of flavor and protein.

Sometimes, simple ground beef just won’t hit the spot, and that is when you can use one of these delicious sausage pork recipes.

the best recipes using Italian sausage
simple recipes using Italian sausage

Why you’ll love these family favorite recipes!

What’s great about these easy dinner recipes is that most of them can be made in under 45 minutes with just a handful of ingredients, making them perfect for busy weeknights when you want a delicious, family-friendly dinner.

Serve these for your family or make them for a crowd when you want a meal to impress.

Want to see how it’s done?
The first 8 recipes below are featured in a simple step-by-step video you can watch here ↓

15 Easy and Delicious Ways to Use Italian Sausage for Dinner:

1
Simple Italian Sausage and Rice dinner
Italian Sausage & Rice Dinner
Italian Sausage and Rice dinner recipe made with a handful of simple ingredients and 30 minutes to make a delicious weeknight dinner recipe.
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2
The best Sausage and Tomato Gnocchi
Sausage and Tomato Gnocchi
Italian Sausage and Tomato Gnocchi is the best one-pot recipe to make on a busy weeknights since you can get the best creamy sausage gnocchi with tomatoes and spinach in less than 30 minutes. 
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3
The best weeknight dinner recipe
Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta
Easy sausage pasta with a homemade creamy sauce is one of the best easy dinners to make on busy weeknights with only simple ingredients, and the best flavor.
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4
Delicious One Pot Sausage Pasta
One Pot Sausage and Peppers
One Pot Sausage and Peppers is a great dinner recipe made with simple ingredients, and a perfect one pot meal to make to your family's liking with ease.
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5
Italian Sausage and Potato Skillet
Italian Sausage and Potato Skillet
This Italian Sausage and Potato Skillet recipe is the best tender potatoes recipe mixed with ground sausage, in the best creamy tomato sauce, and a handful of veggies.
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6
simple one pot sausage pasta
One Pot Sausage Pasta
Super simple One Pot Sausage Pasta recipe with only ground sausage, pasta sauce, dry pasta, and a few Italian herbs.
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7
3 ingredients one pot pasta
3 Ingredient One Pot Pasta
Simple ingredients, but plenty of flavor, you will enjoy this easy one pot pasta recipe for a quick dinner recipe.
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8
easy sheet pan Italian sausages and veggies
Sheet Pan Sweet Italian Sausage & Veggies
Easy Sheet Pan Italian Sausage and Veggies is the best dinner recipe that only needs a handful of ingredients and even less prep work!
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9
one-pot spaghetti with sausage
One-Pot Spaghetti with Sausage
One-Pot Spaghetti with Sausage is the easiest and yummiest weeknight meal. All the ingredients are cooked in one pot in under half an hour!
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10
one-pot Italian sausage soup
Italian Sausage Soup
Keep dinner simple, flavorful, and completely delicious with this easy Italian Sausage Soup recipe full of pasta, veggies, and protein.
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11
Low Carb Mozzarella Stuffed Sausage
Simple, protein filled, sweet Italian sausages made with only 3 ingredients.
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12
Kielbasa and Pierogies – Sheet Pan
Golden pierogies, savory kielbasa, and roasted vegetables all crisped up together on one sheet pan—weeknight comfort food at its easiest.
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13
One Pot Sausage Tortellini
Delicious and tender tortellini made in one pot with a simple and flavorful sausage meat sauce.
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14
the best baked ziti
The Best Baked Ziti
Enjoy the Best Baked Ziti, made in less than an hour, bursting with flavor, sauce, and of course melty cheese.
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15
easy one pot lasanga
One Pot Skillet Lasagna
Get all the flavors of lasagna with a fraction of the work with this Skillet Lasagna. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Can I Freeze These Sausage Recipes?

If you are looking for simple freezer meals, some of these will be great candidates to use for a frozen meal.

But any of these recipes can be frozen in a freezer-safe container or freezer bags after cooking for up to 3 months in a deep freezer.

Use these awesome freezer bag holders to help save your food and money more easily!

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