{“progressive one-pot” make-ahead meals : buffalo sausage w/ zucchini, red peppers, and sauerkraut}

this meal was a total inspiration from a co-worker who i spotted eating this on his lunch break at least twice last week. so – i totally begged him to give me the recipe.  i added my own variations, of course… and you can make as much or as little as you want, but the base is simple :

– sausage of choice {i picked buffalo andouille from the buffalo guys – they have great ethics!}

– zucchini {cut into 1-2 inch strips}

– red peppers {also cut into 1-2 inch strips}

– sauerkraut {i chose bubbies brand}

and, i chose to add in a handful of shredded carrots because i had them around… and about a cup of kelp noodles, which i’ve written about here.

the kelp noodles go completely undetected, but add in extra nutrients and trace minerals… the sauerkraut is amazing for probiotic benefits {as well as taste} and a great crunch to the dish. and of course, it compliments the sausage oh-so-well. i love bubbies simply because they are foodies… did you check out her “bubbieisms”?!  too cute.

and this dish is very simple to make. i call this one of my “progressive one-pot meals” – just get out your large skillet and make a big batch at the beginning of your week. it keeps well in the fridge and reheats easily, via stovetop or microwave.

directions :

start with about 2 tablespoons EVOO in a hot skillet on medium to high heat.  toss in red peppers and zucchini and cook until tender. add in carrots and kelp noodles {optional} and cook until also tender, then toss in sausage {typically it’s cooked anyway, so just heat it up – about two minutes or so}… serve with fresh sauerkraut.

this is such a simple, easy, colouful, healthy meal. i love using the andouille sausage because you don’t even need any salt and/or pepper… this dish is loaded with tons of flavour!  so simple, such easy ingredients and no fillers or junk!   {as if i would eat any of that, anyway!}

suddenly and randomly, i’m totally into sauerkraut of all kinds.

the perfect {colourful}  bite : sausage, zucchini, red pepper, carrot, kelp noodles, sauerkraut… nom nom!

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