Italian Sausage Tailgate Heroes

What a perfect recipe for this time of year....how many of us are tailgating right now and eating everything in site just for the thrill of being there. This recipe is great because it is a true tailgating meal, tasty, and low in calories. You will love it, so enjoy!

This recipe serves: 6
Preparation time : 20 minutes
Cooking time : 45 minutes

Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound sweet or spicy, reduced fat Italian sausage
1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 large onion, sliced
1 cup beer
6 submarine rolls
1/4 cup Dijon mustard, optional


Cooking Instructions
1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat. Slice the sausages in half lengthwise and add them to the skillet. Brown on each side for 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the pan and keep warm.

2. Heat the remaining olive oil in the same skillet. Add the peppers and cook for 2 minutes. Add the onion and continue cooking for 10 minutes, turning occasionally.

3. Return the sausage to the pan, add the beer and cook for 5 minutes or until the sausages are completely done.

4. Meanwhile, toast the rolls. Place 2 sausage halves on each toasted roll and top with the peppers and onions. Serve with Dijon mustard, if desired.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 sandwich
Amount Per Serving

Calories 283
Protein 13 g
Total Carbohydrate 31 g
Dietary Fiber 3 g
Soluble Fiber 0 g
Insoluble Fiber g
Sugar 8 g
Total Fat 10 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Monounsaturated Fat 4 g