Sausage Sandwiches are loaded with onions, peppers, marinara sauce and all the right seasonings to make for a quick weeknight dinner. This recipe takes minimal prep time but is packed with major flavor, balancing the savory sausage with the sweetness of caramelized peppers and onions. These hoagie-style sandwiches are perfect for a satisfying meal, and done in 30 minutes or less. I hope you enjoy them!
Why You'll Love These Sausage Sandwiches:
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Customizable Heat: Use mild sausage for a family-friendly meal, or spice it up with hot sausage and crushed red pepper.
- Rich Flavor: The combination of Italian seasoning, marinara sauce, and melty cheese makes each bite truly indulgent.
Ingredients for Sausage Sandwiches:
- 1 lb ground sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ cup marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 hoagie buns
- Provolone or mozzarella cheese slices (optional)
Instructions for Sausage Sandwiches:
1. Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the ground sausage. Break up the sausage with a spoon as it cooks for about 6-8 minutes, until browned and fully cooked. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
2. Sauté the Vegetables
Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Toss in the sliced onion, bell pepper, and garlic, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes until the veggies soften and slightly caramelize. Add Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes (if you like it spicy), and season with salt and pepper.
3. Combine Sausage & Veggies
Return the sausage to the skillet and add the marinara sauce. Let everything cook together for 2-3 more minutes to meld the flavors.
4. Assemble the Sandwiches
Toast the hoagie buns lightly. Spoon the sausage and pepper mixture into each bun. Add a slice of provolone or mozzarella cheese if you’d like, then broil for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts to gooey perfection.
5. Serve and Enjoy!
Serve your Sausage Pepper Sandwiches hot with a side of chips, salad, or fries.
Tips for the Best Sandwiches:
- Bread Choice: Hoagie buns are ideal, but any soft roll works. Toasting keeps them from getting soggy.
- Sauce it Up: Try adding more marinara sauce if you like a saucy touch. Try a garlic or basil-flavored marinara for a twist.
- Cheese Melting Hack: Broil the assembled sandwiches for just 1 minute for perfectly melted cheese.
These Sausage Pepper Sandwiches are truly a treat! Perfectly packed with bold flavors, they’re sure to become a family favorite for any night when comfort and convenience are key. And if you're looking for other easy dinners, I got you covered because I'm a busy working girl and don't have time to make complicated dinners!
Sausage Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground sausage mild or spicy
- 1 large onion thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2-3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- ¼ cup marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hoagie buns
- Provolone or mozzarella cheese slices optional
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sausage, breaking it up as it browns (6-8 minutes). Set aside.
- Sauté Veggies: In the same pan, add remaining olive oil, onions, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes until soft. Add Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Return sausage to skillet, add marinara, and cook 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Toast buns, spoon sausage mixture into each, add cheese, and broil 1-2 minutes to melt cheese.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with your favorite side!
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