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Sausage and Pepper Hoagie Bake

Satisfy your cravings with a delicious Sausage and Pepper Hoagie Bake! This comforting dish features savory Italian sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and onions layered between sturdy hoagie rolls, all topped with gooey melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe is adaptable to suit your family’s tastes—choose sweet or spicy sausage and customize the vegetables. Discover the easy preparation steps and make a meal everyone will love!
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Ingredients
  

1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy, your choice)

1 large red bell pepper, sliced

1 large green bell pepper, sliced

1 large onion, sliced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried basil

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for extra heat)

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tbsp olive oil

4 hoagie rolls

1 1/2 cups marinara sauce

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

    Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage. Cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon (about 8-10 minutes). Remove from the skillet and set aside.

      Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced onions and bell peppers. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until they are tender. Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

        Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Pour in the marinara sauce and mix everything until well combined. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes to meld the flavors together.

          Prepare Hoagie Rolls: Slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through, creating a pocket.

            Assemble the Hoagies: Place the hoagie rolls on a baking dish. Fill each roll generously with the sausage and pepper mixture. Top evenly with shredded mozzarella cheese.

              Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the rolls are slightly toasted.

                Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired before serving.

                  Enjoy your delicious Sausage and Pepper Hoagie Bake!

                    Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 40 minutes | 4 servings