Homemade Italian Sausage Recipe
Homemade Italian sausage with homemade tomato sauce and melted Mozzarella cheese
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Ingredients
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Italian Sausage
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Sausage Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground pork, garlic, fennel seeds, oregano, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 2
Shape the Sausages
Form the mixture into sausage patties or links, depending on your preference. Set aside.
- 3
- 4
Prepare Tomato Sauce
In the same skillet, add canned crushed tomatoes along with salt, pepper, and herbs (optional). Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 5
Combine and Melt Cheese
Add the cooked sausages back into the skillet with the tomato sauce. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top and cover until the cheese melts.
