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Cervellata with Roasted Red Peppers and Feta Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Cervellata sausages
- 2 red bell peppers
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.

2. Cut the red bell peppers into quarters and remove the seeds and stems.

3. Place the peppers on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and drizzle with 1 tbsp of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Roast the peppers in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly charred.

5. While the peppers are roasting, heat the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

6. Add the Cervellata sausages to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.

7. Once the peppers are done roasting, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.

8. Once the peppers are cool enough to handle, slice them into thin strips.

9. To assemble the dish, place the cooked Cervellata sausages on a serving platter.

10. Top the sausages with the sliced roasted red peppers.

11. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the peppers.

12. Serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 400°F
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4 people.

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 360
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 19g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of sausage in place of the Cervellata sausages.
- You can use goat cheese or blue cheese in place of the feta cheese.

Variations:
- You can add sliced onions or garlic to the skillet when cooking the sausages.
- You can use different types of roasted peppers, such as yellow or orange bell peppers.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to remove the seeds and stems from the red bell peppers before roasting them.
- You can roast the peppers ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until you are ready to use them.
- If you don't have a large skillet, you can cook the sausages in batches.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat, place the leftovers in a skillet over medium heat and cook until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Cervellata with Roasted Red Peppers and Feta on a large platter with a garnish of fresh herbs.

Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, such as parsley or basil.

Pairings:
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

Suggested side dishes:
- Mixed greens salad with a vinaigrette dressing
- Roasted asparagus or broccoli

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sausages are not cooking through, you can cover the skillet with a lid to help trap in the heat and cook them faster.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the sausages to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.

Food history:
- Cervellata is a type of Italian sausage that is traditionally made with pork and fennel.

Flavor profiles:
- The Cervellata sausage has a savory and slightly spicy flavor, which pairs well with the sweetness of the roasted red peppers and the tanginess of the feta cheese.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Cervellata with Roasted Red Peppers and Feta as a main course for dinner or as an appetizer for a party.

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Region: Greek

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Herby, Creamy, Spicy