Italian Sausage and Peppers Burger Recipe

The video presents a recipe for an Italian Sausage Burger, cooked on an Evo flattop grill. The creator emphasizes the simplicity and flavor richness of using Italian sausage, specifically the hot variety, which is noted to be not overly spicy, making it suitable for a wide range of palates. The recipe is detailed below:

Ingredients:

• For the Burger:

  • 1 pound of hot Italian sausage (bulk or removed from casings)
  • Kosher salt
  • Fresh ground pepper
  • Olive oil

• For the Toppings:

  • Red bell pepper, sliced
  • Yellow onion, sliced
  • Provolone cheese

• For the Sauce:

  • Mayonnaise
  • Fresh basil, finely chopped
  • Garlic, minced
  • Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

• Additional:

  • Hamburger buns

Preparation Steps:

1. Prepare the Italian Sausage Patties:

   • Mix the Italian sausage with kosher salt, pepper, and a little olive oil.
   • Form into patties, about a third of a pound each, to make three burgers.

2. Cook the Burgers:

   • Cook the patties on a preheated flattop grill until they reach the recommended internal temperature for pork, which is 145 degrees Fahrenheit.

3. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • In the center of the grill, add a little oil and sauté the sliced red pepper and yellow onion until softened.

4. Make the Sauce:

   • Combine mayonnaise, finely chopped basil, minced garlic, a shot of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.

5. Cheese and Buns:

   • A few minutes before the burgers are done, add a slice of provolone cheese to each patty to melt.
   • Butter the hamburger buns and lightly toast them on the grill.

6. Assemble the Burger:

   • Spread a generous amount of the basil-garlic mayo on the bottom bun.
   • Add the cooked peppers and onions.
   • Place the sausage patty with melted cheese on top.
   • Cover with the top bun.

Conclusion:

The Italian Sausage Burger is praised for its incredible flavor, elevated by the combination of the spicy sausage, the creamy and aromatic sauce, and the sweetness of the sautéed vegetables. The creator encourages viewers to try this recipe as a flavorful alternative to traditional beef burgers, highlighting the simplicity in preparation and the gourmet outcome.