Sizzling Italian Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches
This mouthwatering sandwich features juicy Italian sausages—either sweet or spicy—nestled in a crusty roll and topped with vibrant sautéed onions and bell peppers. The combination of flavors will transport your taste buds straight to Italy. It's perfect for lunch or a hearty snack and can easily be adapted with Polish kielbasa for a delightful twist. Serve it with a zesty marinara sauce and melt-in-your-mouth provolone cheese for an unforgettable meal.
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Servings
250
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Italian sweet sausage or hot Italian sausages
4-6 (poke with a fork)
Dry white wine or water
1 1/4 cups (divided into 1 cup and 1/4 cup)
Extra virgin olive oil
2-4 teaspoons (divided)
Large onions
2 (thinly sliced lengthwise)
Cloves of garlic
2-3 (minced)
Large red bell peppers or large green bell peppers
3-4 (seeded and thinly sliced)
Salt & freshly ground black pepper
to taste
Crusty French rolls or Bolillos
4-6 (split and warmed in the oven)
Provolone cheese slices
4-12 (1 to 2 slices per sandwich (optional))
Fairly spicy marinara sauce
1-2 cups (add garlic and red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to taste)
Instructions
1
Start by poking holes all over the Italian sausages with a fork to prevent bursting during cooking. In a large lidded skillet, heat 1-2 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausages and pour in 1 cup of dry white wine or water. Partially cover the skillet.
2
Once the liquid comes to a boil, turn the sausages and continue to simmer for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until they're cooked through and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
3
Remove the sausages from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain excess fat. Carefully drain out all remaining grease from the skillet, but avoid washing it to retain the flavorful bits stuck to the bottom.
4
Add another 1-2 teaspoons of olive oil and sauté the sliced onions and minced garlic over medium heat. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. The moisture from the onions should help deglaze the pan, but if needed, add 1/4 cup of white wine or water to assist in scraping up the browned bits.
5
Continue to cook the onion and garlic mixture, stirring frequently, until the onions become translucent, roughly 5-7 minutes.
6
Stir in the sliced bell peppers and increase the heat to medium-high. Toss everything together and cook until the peppers are crisp-tender, about an additional 5-8 minutes.
7
If the sausages need reheating, nestle them back into the pan with the peppers and onions to warm through. Meanwhile, prepare your French rolls or Bolillos by splitting and warming them in the oven.
8
Assemble the sandwiches by brushing a little marinara sauce onto the interior of the warmed rolls. Split the sausages lengthwise and place them inside the rolls. Heap the sautéed onions and peppers over the sausages.
9
For an extra indulgent touch, add slices of provolone cheese on top of the sausage and veggies or line the roll with it before adding the fillings.
10
Serve immediately, and enjoy your delicious Sizzling Italian Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches!
Nutrition Information
15
Fat
20
Carbs
13
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main dish described in this recipe?
The main dish is Sizzling Italian Sausage and Pepper Sandwiches, featuring juicy sausages topped with sautéed onions and bell peppers on crusty rolls.
What types of Italian sausages can I use?
You can use either sweet or hot Italian sausages depending on your preference for spiciness.
Can I substitute the Italian sausage with something else?
Yes, this recipe can easily be adapted using Polish kielbasa for a delightful twist.
Why should I poke holes in the sausages before cooking?
Poking holes all over the sausages with a fork prevents them from bursting during the cooking process.
What liquid is used to simmer the sausages?
You can use either 1 cup of dry white wine or water to simmer the sausages in a lidded skillet.
How long should the sausages simmer?
The sausages should simmer for about 10-15 minutes until they are cooked through and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
Should I wash the skillet after cooking the sausages?
No, you should avoid washing the skillet after draining the grease to retain the flavorful bits stuck to the bottom for the vegetables.
What kind of onions are recommended?
The recipe calls for 2 large onions, thinly sliced lengthwise.
How do I deglaze the pan when cooking onions?
The moisture from the onions usually helps, but you can add 1/4 cup of white wine or water to help scrape up the browned bits.
How long do the onions and garlic need to cook?
They should be cooked over medium heat for roughly 5-7 minutes until the onions become translucent.
What types of bell peppers are best for this sandwich?
You can use 3 to 4 large red or green bell peppers, seeded and thinly sliced.
How long should the peppers be cooked?
The peppers should be cooked for an additional 5-8 minutes until they are crisp-tender.
What kind of bread should I use for these sandwiches?
Crusty French rolls or Bolillos are recommended for the best texture.
How should the rolls be prepared before assembly?
The rolls should be split and warmed in the oven before you assemble the sandwiches.
What sauce is suggested for the sandwiches?
A fairly spicy marinara sauce is suggested to be brushed onto the interior of the warmed rolls.
How can I make the marinara sauce more flavorful?
You can add garlic and red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the marinara sauce to taste.
What kind of cheese is recommended as a topping?
Provolone cheese slices are recommended for an extra indulgent and melty finish.
How should the sausages be placed in the sandwich?
The sausages should be split lengthwise before being placed inside the prepared rolls.
How many sausages does this recipe require?
The recipe requires 4 to 6 Italian sweet or hot sausages.
How much olive oil is needed for the recipe?
You will need between 2 to 4 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil, divided for different cooking stages.
How much garlic should I use?
The recipe calls for 2 to 3 cloves of minced garlic.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 250 calories.
What is the fat content of this sandwich?
There are 15 grams of fat per serving.
How much protein is in one serving?
Each serving provides about 13 grams of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in this recipe?
There are 20 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and is perfect for a hearty lunch or snack.
What is the total ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients required for this recipe.
Can I use water if I don't have white wine?
Yes, water can be used as a direct substitute for white wine in both the simmering and deglazing steps.
Should I serve the sandwiches immediately?
Yes, it is best to serve the sandwiches immediately while they are warm and the cheese is melted.
What seasonings are used for the vegetables?
The onions and peppers are seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.