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Italian Sausage and Pepper Hoagie
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 Italian sausage links
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the Italian sausage links to the skillet and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- While the sausage is cooking, add the sliced peppers and onions to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, until they are soft and slightly caramelized.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Slice the hoagie rolls in half and place them on a baking sheet.
- Spread marinara sauce on one side of each hoagie roll.
- Place a cooked sausage link on each roll, then top with the cooked peppers and onions.
- Add a slice of provolone cheese on top of the peppers and onions.
- Bake the hoagies in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the rolls are slightly toasted.
- Remove from the oven and serve hot, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.
The Italian Sausage and Pepper Hoagie, also known as a sausage and pepper sandwich, has its roots in Italian-American cuisine. This iconic dish features grilled or sautéed Italian sausage, sweet bell peppers, and onions, all nestled in a soft hoagie roll. The dish is believed to have originated in the Italian-American communities of Philadelphia and New York City, where it quickly became a beloved street food and a staple at local delis and pizzerias. One renowned version of this classic sandwich can be found at DiNic's in Philadelphia's Reading Terminal Market. Their succulent roasted Italian sausage and flavorful peppers and onions, served on a freshly baked hoagie roll, have earned them a reputation as one of the best purveyors of this dish. The key to a perfect Italian Sausage and Pepper Hoagie lies in the quality of the ingredients. The sausage should be well-seasoned and grilled to perfection, while the peppers and onions should be tender and caramelized. The hoagie roll, with its soft interior and slightly crispy crust, provides the ideal vessel for this hearty and satisfying sandwich. While the traditional method involves grilling or sautéing the sausage and peppers, some chefs have put their own spin on the dish. For example, some may opt to roast the ingredients in the oven or even braise them in a flavorful tomato sauce, adding a unique twist to the classic recipe. Whether enjoyed at a bustling market in Philadelphia or made at home with care and attention to detail, the Italian Sausage and Pepper Hoagie continues to be a beloved comfort food that pays homage to the rich culinary heritage of Italian-American cuisine.
40 min
4
550 calories
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