Italian Saucy Sausage Sub

Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort food with this Italian Saucy Sausage Sub recipe! Perfectly browned Italian sausage—choose mild or spicy to suit your preference—is smothered in a luxurious, herb-infused tomato sauce featuring notes of oregano, basil, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Nestled into toasted sub rolls, these hearty sandwiches are topped with a duo of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, broiled to bubbly perfection. With just 10 minutes of prep and a total cook time of only 30 minutes, this easy weeknight dinner bursts with classic Italian flavors. Garnish with fresh basil for a vibrant finish, and pair with a crisp green salad for a satisfying meal that's sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: Italian sausage sub, saucy sausage sandwich, easy Italian dinner recipe, cheesy sausage subs, quick comfort food recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 14 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 Sub rolls, toasted
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the Italian sausage links and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Return the sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sausages are fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F/71°C) and the sauce thickens.

Step 7

Preheat the broiler on high. Slice the toasted sub rolls lengthwise, leaving one side intact.

Step 8

Place one sausage in each roll and spoon the tomato sauce over the top.

Step 9

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan on top of the sausages and sauce.

Step 10

Place the assembled subs on a baking sheet and broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1384.5 grams (1384.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2517

Total Fat 129.30g	166%
Saturated Fat 46.20g	231%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 308mg	103%
Sodium 7383mg	321%
Total Carbohydrate 226.60g	82%
Dietary Fiber 17.30g	62%
Total Sugars 38.40g
Protein 118.80g	238%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1403mg	108%
Iron 20mg	110%
Potassium 2588mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.7%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 35.6%