Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLouis Ristorante & BarFamily Italian Sausage Recipe

Family Italian Sausage Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

calabrese style fresh pepperoni (italian sausage) in tomato sauce

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Gather all the ingredients and chop the onion and bell peppers.

  2. 2

    Cook the Sausage

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Tomatoes and Seasonings

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the sausage and sauce mixture over pasta or in a sub roll. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley before serving.

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