From the Kitchen of:  Pepper
Source:  Tenn. Pride Sausage Holiday Recipe handout

 

1	lb.	Tenn. Pride Country Sausage (mild or hot)
1/2	tsp.	Italian Seasoning
1/2	tsp.	garlic powder
2	cups	broccoli florets
1	cup	thinly sliced carrots (2 med.)
1/2	cup	coarsely chopped onion
1	small	red bell pepper, cut into 1/2" pieces
2	loaves 12" each	French Bread, cut in half lengthwise, toasted under broiler
2	cups	shredded or sliced cheddar cheese (8 oz.)
2	cups	shredded or sliced mozzarella cheese (8 oz.)

Cook sausage with Italian Seasoning and garlic powder in large skillet,
until browned.  Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Cook broccoli, carrot, onion and bell pepper in drippings in skillet until
crisp-tender. ( Pepper's notes - Blot to remove some of the grease).
Combine sausage and vegetable mixture in large mixing bowl; blend well.
Place loaf halves on large baking sheet.

Divide sausage mixture evenly over each loaf half.  Top with cheeses.  Broil
until cheese is melted and sandwich is heated through.
Cut into finger halves.

Makes 8 servings