New Jersey Grilled Calabrese Sausage Sandwich

Introduction

This New Jersey-inspired Grilled Calabrese Sausage Sandwich highlights how the Arteflame grill turns simple ingredients into something unforgettable. With bold flavors, juicy sausages, and perfectly grilled vegetables, it's bound to be requested again and again. Clean up is minimal, grilling is fast, and the flavor payoff is unbeatable.

Ingredients

• 4 spicy Calabrese sausages
• 4 fresh hoagie rolls
• 2 large red bell peppers, sliced
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp crushed red chili flakes (optional for extra heat)
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 4 slices provolone cheese (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place in the center fire bowl.
2. Stack dry firewood over the soaked napkins in a teepee shape.
3. Light the napkins and allow the fire to build. In about 20 minutes, the cooktop and center grill grate will be ready for grilling.

Step 2: Prep the veggies

1. Slice the red bell peppers into strips.
2. Toss them in a bowl with 1 tbsp melted butter, sea salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.

Step 3: Grill the peppers

1. Place the pepper strips on the outer edge of the Arteflame griddle cooktop.
2. Grill for 10–12 minutes until soft and lightly charred, adjusting placement for even cooking based on heat zones.

Step 4: Sear the Calabrese sausages

1. Place the sausages on the center grill grate over 1,000°F heat for searing.
2. Sear each side for 1–2 minutes to create a flavorful, caramelized crust.

Step 5: Finish cooking on the griddle

1. After searing, transfer the sausages to the griddle cooktop’s medium-hot zone.
2. Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
3. Remove sausages from grill at 145°F and let them rest – they’ll continue cooking to perfect doneness.

Step 6: Toast the buns

1. Spread butter on the hoagie rolls and place them cut side down on the cooktop’s outer zone.
2. Toast for 1–2 minutes until golden and crisp.

Step 7: Assemble the sandwich

1. Place one grilled sausage inside each toasted hoagie roll.
2. Top with a generous serving of grilled red peppers.
3. Add provolone cheese if desired, and return to the cooktop briefly to let the cheese melt.
4. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Tips

• Use butter instead of oil when grilling for better flavor and browning.
• Always pull your meat 15°F before final desired temp to allow for carryover cooking while resting.
• Cook sausages over medium heat after searing to avoid drying out the natural casings.
• For extra flavor, lightly brush the buns with garlic butter before toasting.
• Cook all components simultaneously thanks to the wide Arteflame surface.

Variations

1. Sweet & Spicy Italian: Mix sweet Italian sausage with Calabrese for a balanced flavor and add caramelized onions.
2. Smoky BBQ Style: Glaze sausages with a barbecue sauce and use smoked gouda instead of provolone.
3. Garden Fresh: Add grilled zucchini and eggplant slices along with the peppers for a veggie-packed sandwich.
4. Cheesy Jalapeño Popper: Top sausage with fire-grilled jalapeños and a cream cheese cheddar blend.
5. Balsamic Glazed: Drizzle roasted peppers with balsamic reduction and add goat cheese for a tangy twist.

Best pairings

• Cold glass of Italian-style lager or Chianti wine
• Grilled corn with parmesan and lime
• Potato salad with mustard vinaigrette
• Toasted garlic bread as a side
• Caprese salad with balsamic glaze and fresh basil

Conclusion

This New Jersey-inspired Grilled Calabrese Sausage Sandwich highlights how the Arteflame grill turns simple ingredients into something unforgettable. With bold flavors, juicy sausages, and perfectly grilled vegetables, it's bound to be requested again and again. Clean up is minimal, grilling is fast, and the flavor payoff is unbeatable.