Description
Tasty Italian Sausage Boats are a mouthwatering twist on classic comfort food. These savory delights feature flavorful Italian sausage baked in crusty hoagie rolls, topped with melted mozzarella cheese and colorful bell peppers. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-make dish is customizable for various dietary preferences. Each bite brings an explosion of savory goodness that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mix of colors)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, diced onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chopped bell peppers and cook until softened slightly.
- Crumble and add the Italian sausage to the skillet; cook until browned and fully cooked through.
- Slice hoagie rolls down the center without cutting all the way through. Stuff generously with the sausage mixture and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 boat (175g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute chicken or turkey sausage. Customize by adding spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.