How to Cook Italian Sausage
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
388 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
How to Cook Italian Sausage
Description
The recipe starts by placing Italian sausage links in a large skillet with about half an inch of water. The water is brought to a simmer, the skillet covered, and the sausages are cooked over medium heat for 10 to 12 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F. This gentle poaching ensures the sausages are cooked through and stay moist.
Once the water evaporates, the lid is removed and the sausages are cooked over medium-high heat, turned frequently to brown evenly. This step produces a nicely browned, slightly crisp exterior while preserving juicy sausage inside. The result is a balanced texture and flavor from careful cooking stages.
Additional instructions are provided for grilling or baking the sausages. For grilling, preheat to 350°F and cook sausages for 15-20 minutes with occasional turning. For baking, use the same temperature and time on a foil-lined baking sheet, also turning occasionally to get an even browning and fully cooked sausages. These alternatives provide flexible cooking options depending on available equipment and preference.
Ingredients
- 5 Italian sausage links
- water
Instructions
- Place the sausage in a large skillet. Add approximately 1/2" of water to the bottom of the pan.
- Bring the water to a simmer. Cover, reduce the heat to medium and cook for 10-12 minutes until the sausage has an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
- Remove the lid. Continue to cook on medium high heat until all the water evaporates and allow the sausage to brown slightly. Continue to turn the sausages while they are cooking to brown them evenly.
- Then remove them from the heat, serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- To grill, preheat grill to 350°F and cook sausages 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally for even browning.
- To bake, preheat oven to 350°F and bake sausages on a foil-lined tray for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 819mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 283mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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