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Italian Sloppy Joes

by Lynne Webb on April 13, 2018 (Updated October 6, 2021) // Leave a Comment

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Italian Sloppy Joes

by Lynne Webb on April 13, 2018 (Updated October 6, 2021) // Leave a Comment

Made with sausage, peppers, marinara and mozzarella, our Italian Sloppy Joes are a delicious twist on the classic American version of this iconic sandwich.
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Italian Sloppy Joes

Our Italian Sloppy Joe sandwich recipe switches some of the ingredients in the standard version of this classic American sandwich with Italian-style favorites.

The filling is made with a sautéed combination of crumbled Italian sausage, sweet bell peppers, onions and marinara or spaghetti sauce. A bit of balsamic vinegar pulls all the flavors together by adding that sweet-and-savory quality that’s a signature flavor of traditional Sloppy Joes.

Italian Sausage Sloppy Joes

To finish the sandwiches, we load this flavorful filling into oregano-dusted torpedo rolls, top each with shredded mozzarella cheese and pop them in the oven just long enough to give the outside of the rolls a light toasting and melt the cheese.

The result is a delicious hot sub with zesty Italian flavors and all the gooey goodness of a traditional Sloppy Joe.

Italian Sloppy Joes

Italian Sloppy Joes

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Made with sausage, peppers, marinara and mozzarella, our Italian Sloppy Joes are a delicious twist on the classic American version of this iconic sandwich.
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time : 25 mins
Total Time : 35 mins
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Ingredients 

  • 1 lb sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 4 to rpedo rolls, 6-inch
  • Olive oil
  • Dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, cored and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, cored and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 3/4 cup [marinara] or spaghetti sauce
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Arrange the torpedo rolls on the baking sheet and cut a slit in the top of each roll, being careful not to slice all the way through the bottom.
  • Brush the tops of the rolls with a bit of olive oil, sprinkle with dried oregano and set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
  • Add the sausage and brown lightly, breaking up large chunks into small pieces as the meat cooks.
    Tip: A potato masher is a great tool to use for breaking up ground meat and sausage.
  • Drain any excess fat from the pan, then add the onion and sauté until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and bell peppers and continue cooking until the peppers are crisp tender, 3 to 4 minutes longer.
  • Stir in the marinara sauce and balsamic vinegar, cover and continue cooking for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon the meat mixture into the rolls and top each with 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella.
  • Bake the sandwiches until the cheese has melted and the rolls are lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Italian Sloppy Joes
Amount per Serving
Calories
392
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
11
g
Cholesterol
 
49
mg
16
%
Sodium
 
1159
mg
50
%
Carbohydrates
 
27
g
9
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
6
g
7
%
Protein
 
27
g
54
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Author: Lynne Webb | 

Course: Sandwiches
 | 
Cuisine: Italian

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