Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Italian sausage links
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 hoagie rolls
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Meat mallet
- Frying pan
- Baking sheet
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Place the Italian sausage links on a cutting board and use a meat mallet to flatten them into cutlets.
3. Season the cutlets with salt and pepper.
4. Place the flour in a shallow dish and dredge each cutlet in the flour, shaking off any excess.
5. Dip each cutlet in the beaten eggs, then coat in the Italian breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese.
6. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
7. Cook the cutlets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
8. Transfer the cutlets to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until cooked through.
9. Slice the hoagie rolls in half and toast them in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
10. Spread marinara sauce on the bottom half of each hoagie roll.
11. Place a cutlet on top of the sauce, then add a slice of provolone cheese.
12. Place the top half of the hoagie roll on top of the cheese.
13. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
Frying pan: medium-high heat
Oven: 375°F
Serving size:
4 sandwiches
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 650
Fat: 35g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Protein: 34g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Italian sausage links can be substituted with chicken or turkey sausage.
- Italian breadcrumbs can be substituted with panko breadcrumbs.
- Provolone cheese can be substituted with mozzarella cheese.
Variations:
- Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the frying pan with the cutlets for a Philly-style sandwich.
- Use spicy Italian sausage for an extra kick.
- Add sliced mushrooms to the marinara sauce for a mushroom and sausage sandwich.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a meat mallet to flatten the sausage links evenly.
- Make sure the oil is hot before adding the cutlets to the frying pan.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the cutlets are cooked through.
Storage instructions:
Leftover cutlets can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the cutlets in the oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the sandwiches on a platter with a side of potato chips or fries.
Garnishes:
Garnish the sandwiches with fresh parsley or basil leaves.
Pairings:
Pair the sandwiches with a cold beer or a glass of red wine.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve the sandwiches with a side of potato chips, fries, or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the cutlets are not cooking evenly, adjust the heat on the frying pan.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the cutlets are cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F.
Food history:
The Italian sausage cutlet sandwich is a popular sandwich in Italian-American cuisine.
Flavor profiles:
The sandwich has a savory and slightly spicy flavor from the Italian sausage, paired with the tangy marinara sauce and the nutty Parmesan cheese.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the sandwiches hot with a side of chips, fries, or a side salad.
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Region: Italian