Jul 13 2026

Italian Sausage Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Italian ground sausage, meat sauce, onions, parmesan, and mozzarella blend

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Ingredients

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Meat and Sauce

Method

Preparation of Meat Sauce

  1. 1

    Cook the Sausage

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the Italian ground sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Aromatics

    Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Tomatoes

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes, and mix well. Stir in the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cheese Layering

  1. 4

    Prepare the Cheese Blend

    In a medium bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese and shredded Mozzarella cheese. Mix well to ensure even distribution.

  2. 5

    Layer the Cheese

    Once the meat sauce is ready, reduce the heat to low. Sprinkle the cheese blend evenly over the top of the sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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