Description
: These Italian sausages simmered in a spicy tomato sauce with caramelized onions are the perfect cozy meal. Whether for a quick dinner or game day snack, this easy recipe brings bold flavors to the table! Serve in toasted Italian rolls with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano for an irresistible bite.
Ingredients
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2 tbsp olive oil
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5 Italian sausage links (hot, mild, or sweet)
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1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp tomato paste
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2 (10 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
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5 Italian rolls or sausage rolls
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano (optional)
Instructions
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Sear the Sausages:
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add sausages and sear on all sides until browned.
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Transfer to a plate and set aside.
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Cook the Onions:
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In the same skillet, add sliced onions and stir, scraping up any brown bits.
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Cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
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Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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Make the Spicy Tomato Sauce:
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Stir in tomato paste, coating the onions.
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Add diced tomatoes with chilies and bring to a boil.
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Return sausages to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low.
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Simmer until sausages are fully cooked (about 15 minutes).
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Assemble the Sandwiches:
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Warm rolls in the oven.
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Place sausages in the rolls and spoon sauce and onions over top.
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Sprinkle with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, if desired.
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Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
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Mild Version: Use regular diced tomatoes instead of those with chilies.
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Extra Spicy: Add ½ tsp red pepper flakes or a splash of hot sauce.
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Low-Carb Option: Serve sausages with sauce over roasted vegetables or cauliflower rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sausage with roll
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg