Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIl Fornaio SacramentoSalsiccia Piccante Recipe

Salsiccia Piccante Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

italian sausage | mozzarella | mixed bell peppers | tomato | caramelized onions | smoked mozzarella | spicy peperoncino sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

For Caramelizing Onions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Slice the onions thinly, chop the mixed bell peppers into strips, and dice the tomatoes. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Cook the Sausage

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and let cool slightly before slicing into rounds.

Caramelizing Onions

  1. 3

    Caramelize the Onions

    In the same skillet, add olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally and cook for about 15-20 minutes until they are golden brown and soft.

Combine and Cook

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the sliced sausage, chopped bell peppers, and diced tomatoes to the caramelized onions. Stir well to combine.

  2. 5

    Add Cheese and Sauce

    Tear the mozzarella and smoked mozzarella into pieces and add them to the skillet along with the peperoncino sauce. Stir until the cheese is melted and everything is well mixed, about 5 minutes.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Dish

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy your Salsiccia Piccante!

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