Italian Sausage Recipe
san marzano sauce, house made italian sausage, fresh mozzarella, pepperoncini
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Ingredients
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San Marzano Sauce
House Made Italian Sausage
Toppings
Method
San Marzano Sauce
- 1
- 2
Add the San Marzano tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.
- 3
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Add the fresh basil just before serving and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
House Made Italian Sausage
- 5
Make the Sausage
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, fennel seeds, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley.
- 6
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a spoon until evenly combined.
- 7
Form the mixture into sausage patties or links, depending on your preference.
- 8
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
Assembly
- 9
Assemble the Dish
On a serving plate, layer the cooked Italian sausage.
- 10
Top with the warm San Marzano sauce.
- 11
Add slices of fresh mozzarella on top of the sauce.
- 12
Finish with sliced pepperoncini peppers for added flavor.
