Our Famous Italian Sausage Recipe
Calabrese style fresh pepperoni (Italian sausage) in tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Sausage Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, minced garlic, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, paprika, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Sausages
Shape the sausage mixture into small patties or links, as desired.
- 3
Cook the Sausages
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausages and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausages from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
- 5
Combine and Serve
Return the cooked sausages to the skillet with the tomato sauce. Simmer together for another 5 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.



