Italian Sausage Sandwich-“The Crime Scene”

 

4 mild or hot Italian sausages

2 medium onions (sliced into half-moons)

1 green bell pepper (cored, seeded & sliced)

1 red bell pepper (cored, seeded & sliced)

6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Kosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste

1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

1/4 cup white wine

1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup shredded provolone cheese

4 hoagie rolls

1 cup marinara sauce

 

1.Poach sausages in 1/2 cup water in a covered skillet, simmering until almost done. This takes about 8 to 10 minutes.

2.Sautè onions and peppers with olive oil, salt, pepper and oregano about 4 minutes on medium-high heat.

3.Add the wine, cover and cook 4 minutes more.

4.Uncover and cook until the liquid is reduced.

5.On either a grill or in a skillet with a little extra-virgin olive oil, cook the poached sausages over medium-high heat 7 to 10 minutes, turning often to ensure even browning.

6.In a large baking dish or pan, place the opened rolls and fill the rolls with 1 sausage in each roll and evenly distribute the onions and peppers.

7.Mix the 3 shredded cheeses and evenly sprinkle that on top.

8.Place in oven, uncovered, on 400°F or until the cheese is melted.

9.Remove from oven, top with some Marinara sauce, close the sandwiches and serve.