Italian Sausage Pepper Sandwiches

Savor the bold, rustic flavors of Italian sausage pepper sandwiches, a classic comfort food that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. This hearty recipe features golden-browned Italian sausage, a vibrant medley of sautéed red, green, and yellow bell peppers, and sweet caramelized onions simmered in a fragrant tomato-garlic sauce. The sausages and veggies are nestled in warm, toasted hoagie rolls lined with melted provolone cheese, creating a sandwich bursting with flavor in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep and a blend of mild or spicy sausage to suit your taste, this quick and easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again. Serve these mouthwatering sandwiches hot for an irresistibly satisfying meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Green bell pepper
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper
• 1 large Medium onion
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 1 14-ounce can Crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 large Hoagie rolls or sandwich buns
• 4 slices Provolone cheese

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage links and cook, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 7-8 minutes. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.

Step 2

While the sausages are cooking, slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Thinly slice the onion and finely mince the garlic.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced peppers and onions to the skillet and sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Return the browned sausages to the skillet, nestling them into the pepper-tomato mixture. Cover the skillet and let everything simmer over low heat for 15 minutes, allowing the sausages to cook through completely and the flavors to meld.

Step 6

While the sausage and peppers simmer, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the hoagie rolls in half lengthwise, leaving one side intact to keep the sandwich together.

Step 7

Place a slice of provolone cheese inside each hoagie roll. Optional: Toast the hoagie rolls in the oven for 3-5 minutes to melt the cheese slightly.

Step 8

To assemble the sandwiches, spoon the sausage and pepper mixture into each prepared hoagie roll, making sure each sandwich gets a sausage link and a generous serving of the peppers and onions.

Step 9

Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1945.5 grams (1945.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2758

Total Fat 144.40g	185%
Saturated Fat 49.90g	250%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 280mg	93%
Sodium 6149mg	267%
Total Carbohydrate 256.20g	93%
Dietary Fiber 24.80g	89%
Total Sugars 44.30g
Protein 120.30g	241%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1190mg	92%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 3480mg	74%

*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: 46.3%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 36.5%