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How to Cook Italian Sausage

We will show you How to Cook Italian Sausage in multiple ways. These easy, simple steps will have you enjoying the hearty meat in no time.

Cook Time
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Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 388 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 5 Italian sausage links
  • water

Instructions

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  1. Place the sausage in a large skillet. Add approximately 1/2" of water to the bottom of the pan.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Then remove them from the heat, serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • To Make on a Grill:
  • Preheat the grill to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the sausages on the grill.
  • Close the lid and cook the sausages for 15-20 minutes until they have reached an internal temperature for 160 degrees F. Turn the sausages occasionally to allow them to brown evenly.
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  • To Make in the Oven:
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the sausages on a baking sheet lined with foil.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until they have reached an internal temperature for 160 degrees F. Turn the sausages occasionally to allow them to brown evenly.

Nutrition Information

Calories 388kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 35g (54%) Saturated Fat 13g (65%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 16g Cholesterol 85mg (28%) Sodium 819mg (34%) Potassium 283mg (8%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 20mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 388

% 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.