Sausage & Peppers
What is Provolone-Stuffed Sausage?
Pronounced /proh-voh-LOH-nee stuft SAW-sij/
Definition
Provolone-stuffed sausage is Italian sausage with cubes of provolone cheese mixed in, often with parsley.
Sold by many Italian-American butchers. Cook it gently: high heat can make the cheese leak out before the sausage is done.
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What kind of peppers do you use for sausage and peppers?
Use two red or yellow bell peppers for sweetness and one green bell pepper for the classic bitter edge. Cubanelle peppers are the Italian-American original — thinner walls, faster cooking, more flavor. Add one long hot or a pinch of chili flake if you want heat.