Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe MercantileHot & Sweet Recipe

Hot & Sweet Recipe

Inspired by The Mercantile
Time30m
Serves4

ITALIAN SAUSAGE, GARLIC, VINEGAR PEPPERS, RICOTTA

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Sausage

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Break it up into smaller pieces as it cooks.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Vinegar Peppers

    Stir in the sliced vinegar peppers, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  4. 4

    Serve with Ricotta

    Remove the skillet from heat and serve the sausage mixture over a dollop of ricotta cheese. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

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