The Squealing Sicilian Junior Recipe
Homemade Italian sausage, spiced capicola ham, and pepperoni. Add on spicy cherry peppers for some sweet heat!
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Ingredients
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Homemade Italian Sausage
Capicola Ham
Pepperoni
Spicy Cherry Peppers
Method
Homemade Italian Sausage
- 1
Prepare the Sausage Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground pork, garlic powder, fennel seeds, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, brown sugar, and white wine vinegar. Mix thoroughly using your hands or a spoon until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- 2
Shape the Sausage
Once mixed, shape the sausage mixture into small patties or logs, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
- 3
Cook the Sausage
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage patties for 5-7 minutes on each side until they are browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Assemble the Sandwich
- 4
Layer the Ingredients
On a toasted sandwich roll, layer the cooked homemade Italian sausage, slices of capicola ham, and pepperoni.
- 5
Add the Peppers
Top the layers with sliced spicy cherry peppers to add a sweet and spicy kick.
- 6
Serve
Close the sandwich and serve immediately while warm.
