Description
These Italian Sausage Sandwiches are a symphony of savory flavors, featuring juicy Italian sausage nestled in crusty, toasted rolls, and topped with vibrant bell peppers and onions.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 small red bell pepper, sliced
1 ½ cups sliced cremini mushrooms, from about ½ an 8-ounce package
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ground mild sausage
1½ cups marinara sauce
1 ½ cups finely shredded Italian cheese blend, about 4 ounces
6 hoagie rolls
Fresh Italian parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
1. Saut onions and peppers in olive oil until crisp-tender. Add mushrooms and seasonings, then cook until softened. Set aside.
2. Cook sausage in the skillet until done, breaking it up. Drain grease, then add marinara sauce and simmer.
3. Broil split hoagie rolls until lightly browned and toasted. Hollow out the bottom halves.
4. Preheat oven to 375F.
5. Sprinkle cheese on the bottom roll halves. Fill with sausage mixture, veggies, and remaining cheese. Garnish with parsley if desired.
6. Cover sandwiches with foil and bake for 10 minutes until cheese has melted.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the skillet with the vegetables when sautéing. Cook them in batches if necessary for even cooking.
Allow the sausages to rest for a few minutes before slicing or serving. This helps retain their juices.
Feel free to add a touch of sweetness to the onions by adding a pinch of brown sugar to them while cooking.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the sausages are cooked through to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
Don’t be afraid to experiment with different types of Italian sausage to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Calories: Not specified
- Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: Not specified
- Protein: Not specified