Cook and TV personality, Anna Simon, upgrades the classic BBQ version of the Bunnings sausage sizzle with two simple and stylish recipes the whole family will love.
Spicy Sausage Ragu
Ingredients –
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500g sausages either plain Italian or chilli sausages
1 onion
3 garlic cloves
2 stalks of basil
2 bay leaves
3 cans of peeled tomatoes/ or 2 bottles of Passata
Heaped spoon of tomato concentrate
One small capsicum for sweetness
Salt & Pepper
A pinch of sugar
Method –
On medium heat cook onion until translucent. Add stalks of basil with garlic.
Remove 500g of sausages from their casing and add to saucepan. Separate the sausage meat so it resembles mince meat.
Add 3 cans of peeled tomatoes or 2 bottles of passata. Break down the whole tomato’s and bring to a simmer.
Add salt, a pinch of sugar, 2 bay leaves and a heaped tablespoon of tomato concentrate.
Add one small baby capsicum to the sauce this adds a beautiful sweetness and extra flavour to the sauce.
Cook on low heat for about an hour and serve with your favourite pasta with grated Parmesan.
Boujee Sausage Sandwich
Ingredients –
Italian Fennel Sausage
Smoked Scarmoza Cheese or Mozzarella
Homemade Basil Pesto
Italian Panini
Method –
Cut the panino in half and layer with cheese.
Remove sausage from casing and smoother in a thin layer over the bread roll. Sprinkle good olive oil on the top.
Cook on a grill, BBQ or stove until cheese is melted and sausage is cooked through. Turn over to toast the panino.
Once cooked brush with fresh basil pesto and serve.