ITALIAN SAUSAGE GRINDERS

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"This recipe has been in our family for more years than I would like to admit! It's quick and easy any time of the year. Anise seeds also make a great optional addition." -Sally Yeagle, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

12 Italian sausage links (4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 cups water
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and parsley flakes
12 brat buns, split and toasted
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large skillet, brown sausages in oil; drain. Stir in the water, tomato paste, tomato sauce, garlic, sugar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink., Serve sausages on buns with sauce; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 1056mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.