Savory Sausage and Peppers Sandwich

A hearty sandwich with Italian sausage, peppers, and onions in a rich tomato sauce.

Delight in a classic American-Italian Sausage and Peppers Sandwich, featuring juicy Italian sausages and thinly sliced bell peppers and onions enveloped in a thick, flavorful tomato sauce. This rich filling is served on a lightly crisped baguette and topped with a touch of parmesan, creating a hearty sandwich perfect for a satisfying dinner.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches

Full Ingredient List

6 Italian sausages
4 small baguettes or Italian rolls
1 can (14oz/400g) skinned plum tomatoes or chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup (60ml) chicken stock
2 large bell peppers
1 medium onion
2 cloves garlic
1 heaped tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
sugar, to taste
olive oil for frying
4 tablespoons butter
4 pinches parmesan cheese
fresh parsley (optional)
salt and pepper to taste

Sausage and Peppers Filling

Tools and Equipment

Large frying pan
Wooden spoon
Sharp knife
Chopping board
Tongs
Side bowl

Ingredients

Quantity	Name	Preparation Notes	Substitutions
6	Italian sausages
1 can (14oz/400g)	Plum tomatoes or chopped tomatoes	use good quality
1/4 cup (60ml)	Chicken stock		vegetable stock
2 large	Bell peppers	sliced
1 medium	Onion	sliced
2 cloves	Garlic	finely diced
1 heaped tablespoon	Tomato paste
1 tablespoon	Red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon	Dried basil
1/2 teaspoon	Dried oregano
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon	Chili flakes

Instructions

Step 1: In a large pan over low-medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Fry sausages for 15-20 minutes, turning frequently. Remove sausages and set aside. (Tips: Fry at a lower heat to render down the fat and make the skin crispy.)
Step 2: In the same pan, fry the sliced peppers and onions until they begin to soften and brown. Add garlic and fry for another minute.
Step 3: Stir in tomato paste and fry for 2 minutes.
Step 4: Pour in chicken stock and deglaze the pan with a wooden spoon.
Step 5: Add tomatoes, red wine vinegar, basil, oregano, chili flakes, and a pinch of sugar, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well.
Step 6: Slice the sausages into chunks and add back into the sauce. Lower the heat slightly and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens. (Tips: Reducing the sauce helps to marry all the flavors together.)

Nutritional Information

Calories: 612
Protein: 21.84g
Fat: 43.76g
Carbohydrates: 32.19g
Fiber: 4.8g
Sugar: 9.25g

Additional Information

Notes: You can prepare the filling ahead of time and store it in the fridge for a day before reheating.

Background: The sausage and peppers sandwich is a well-loved dish with roots in Italian-American cuisine, often seen at festivals and family gatherings.

Geographic Region: Italian-American

Seasonality: All year round

Occasion: Family dinner

Recommended Pairings

Garlic Parmesan Fries
Red wine