Delicious Spicy & Sweet Sausage Hoagies
This tantalizing recipe for Delicious Spicy & Sweet Sausage Hoagies transforms humble ingredients into a hearty lunch or snack perfect for gatherings or leisurely weekends. Utilizing the magic of a crock pot, juicy sausages or bratwursts are simmered in rich spaghetti sauce, complemented by the sweetness of brown sugar and the aromatic essence of sautéed onions and bell peppers. Just set it and forget it for 8 hours, and you’ll be rewarded with a mouthwatering filling that brings a delightful zing to each hoagie. Serve these delicious hoagies on toasted Italian rolls with gooey Provolone cheese for an elevated touch that will have everyone coming back for more.
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Servings
450
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sausages or bratwursts
5 lbs (Use spicy varieties for extra flavor.)
Spaghetti sauce
26 ounces (Choose your favorite brand or homemade sauce.)
Vidalia onion
1 large (Sliced into thin strips.)
Green bell pepper
1 (Sliced.)
Red bell pepper
1 (Sliced.)
Brown sugar
1/2 cup (Packed tightly.)
Instructions
1
Begin by slicing the large Vidalia onion and both bell peppers into thin strips.
2
In the crock pot, combine the sausages (or bratwursts), spaghetti sauce, sliced onions, sliced green and red bell peppers, and brown sugar.
3
Stir the mixture well to ensure even distribution of all ingredients.
4
Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4 hours. If cooking on low, allow the flavors to meld together beautifully over time.
5
Once cooked, carefully remove the sausages and slice them if desired, allowing the flavors to mix further.
6
Serving suggestion: Toast Italian rolls lightly, fill them with the spicy and sweet sausage mixture, and top with Provolone cheese before serving for extra creaminess and flavor.
Nutrition Information
30g
Fat
35g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Delicious Spicy & Sweet Sausage Hoagies.
What type of sausages can I use for these hoagies?
You can use sausages or bratwursts, ideally spicy varieties for extra flavor.
How much sausage is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 5 lbs of sausages or bratwursts.
What kind of onion is recommended?
A large Vidalia onion is recommended for this recipe.
How should the onions and peppers be prepared?
The Vidalia onion and both the red and green bell peppers should be sliced into thin strips.
How much spaghetti sauce is needed?
You will need 26 ounces of your favorite brand or homemade spaghetti sauce.
What provides the sweetness in this spicy and sweet recipe?
The sweetness comes from 1/2 cup of tightly packed brown sugar.
What cooking appliance is used to prepare the filling?
This recipe is prepared using a crock pot or slow cooker.
How long should I cook the sausage mixture on the low setting?
On the low setting, the mixture should cook for 8 hours.
Is there a faster cooking option for the crock pot?
Yes, you can cook the mixture on the high setting for 4 hours.
What are the primary ingredients combined in the crock pot?
The primary ingredients are sausages, spaghetti sauce, sliced onions, red and green bell peppers, and brown sugar.
Do I need to stir the ingredients before cooking?
Yes, you should stir the mixture well to ensure an even distribution of all ingredients.
Should I slice the sausages before or after cooking?
The instructions suggest carefully removing and slicing the sausages once they are finished cooking.
What type of bread is best for serving these hoagies?
Lightly toasted Italian rolls are recommended for serving.
What kind of cheese should be added to the hoagies?
Provolone cheese is suggested for extra creaminess and flavor.
How many calories are in one serving of these hoagies?
Each serving contains approximately 450 calories.
How much fat is in a single serving?
There are 30g of fat per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 15g of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 35g of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for large gatherings?
Yes, with 5 lbs of sausage, it is perfect for gatherings or leisurely weekends.
What are the main tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include crock pot, sausage, hoagie, lunch, snack, spicy, sweet, easy recipe, italian, and comfort food.
Can I use a homemade spaghetti sauce?
Yes, the recipe allows for either a favorite brand or a homemade sauce.
What color bell peppers are used in the recipe?
The recipe uses one green bell pepper and one red bell pepper.
Is this a spicy recipe?
Yes, it is designed to be a spicy and sweet dish, especially if spicy sausages are used.
How many different ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 main ingredients.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe because it is a 'set it and forget it' crock pot meal.
Can this be served as a snack?
Yes, it is categorized as both a hearty lunch and a snack.
What is the benefit of cooking this on low for 8 hours?
Cooking on low allows the flavors to meld together beautifully over time.
Should the rolls be toasted?
Yes, the serving suggestion recommends toasting Italian rolls lightly for the best texture.
Is the brown sugar measured specifically?
Yes, the recipe calls for 1/2 cup of brown sugar, packed tightly.