Sausage & Peppers
What is Hot Italian Sausage?
Pronounced /hot ih-TAL-yun SAW-sij/
Definition
Hot Italian sausage is fresh pork sausage seasoned with crushed red pepper flakes, usually alongside fennel and garlic.
Heat levels vary a lot by brand and butcher. Many cooks mix hot and sweet links in the same pan.
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Shaved fennel, blood orange, olives and good oil.
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How do you make Italian antipasti?
Build a spread of three to five small plates: something cured, something brined, something fried or toasted, something fresh and good bread. Plan two to three bites per person per item, make the marinated things a day ahead, and fry or toast the hot items just before guests sit down.