Description
Italian Sausage & Peppers Subs are a comforting and hearty sandwich featuring savory Italian sausage, sweet and tangy sautéed bell peppers and onions, melted provolone or mozzarella cheese, all nestled inside fresh, crusty sub rolls. Perfect for quick weeknight meals or crowd-pleasing game day fare, this recipe offers bold, zesty flavors that are easily customizable to suit your taste and dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage
- 4 sweet or spicy Italian sausage links
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more if needed)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil blend)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Bread & Cheese
- 4 fresh crusty sub rolls
- 6–8 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the bell peppers and onions into thin strips and mince the garlic. This ensures even cooking and balanced flavor throughout the subs.
- Cook the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage links and brown thoroughly on all sides until fully cooked through. Remove from the pan and slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté the Peppers and Onions: In the same skillet, add additional olive oil if needed. Add the sliced peppers, onions, minced garlic, and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and slightly caramelized, about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Combine and Season: Return the sliced sausage to the skillet with the cooked vegetables. Stir in Italian seasoning and mix evenly. Cook together for another 2 minutes to marry the flavors.
- Prepare the Rolls and Assemble: Slice the sub rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Fill each roll generously with the sausage and pepper mixture. Top with slices of provolone or mozzarella cheese. Toast the assembled subs in a 375°F oven or under the broiler until the cheese melts and slightly bubbles, about 3-5 minutes.
Notes
- Use high-quality Italian sausage for best flavor.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper caramelization.
- Lightly toast rolls before assembling to add crunch and prevent sogginess.
- Let the sausage and peppers rest briefly after cooking to deepen flavors.
- Customize with different cheeses like fontina or sharp cheddar for varied taste and meltiness.
- Ground Italian sausage can be used as a quicker alternative to links.
- For gluten-free versions, use gluten-free rolls or serve the mixture on rice or greens.
- Prepare sausage and peppers a day ahead for quicker assembly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg