Dish of the Day: Let's Get Saucy this Summer!

June 8, 2011 12:36 pm

Dish of the Day: Let's Get Saucy this Summer!

$Behind the Burner: Dish of the Day: Let\'s Get Saucy this Summer!$

For those who don't consider themselves picky eaters, most would agree that when it comes to pasta sauce, persnickety and protective tend to emerge as common personality traits. But what everyone can agree on is that pasta sauce is oh-so tasty--not just good, but great! Most think of pasta sauce as the finishing touch to their comforting bowl of linguini or a layer in a heavy plate of chicken parmesean, but we're here to tell you that pasta sauce and dense meals are no longer our friends. (For the summer, that is).

We have good news! La Famiglia DelGrosso makes a line of healthy pasta sauces that will satisfy your Italian-tooth and all summer (and year!) long. Use this sauce and you'll discover why the DelGrosso family makes the oldest family-owned pasta sauce in the US.

Here is one saucy summer recipe to keep you and your family happy and healthy throughout the summer.

Grilled Sausage, Peppers & Onions
Serves 6

Ingredients

6 large precooked turkey sausages

1 Tbsp olive oil

2 red bell peppers

1 yellow bell pepper

1 medium onion

2 tsp balsamic vinegar

Salt and black pepper to taste

6 hard Italian rolls

La Famiglia DelGrosso's Chef John's Tomato Basil Masterpiece

Directions

1. Preheat grill to medium-high.

2. Cut peppers and onions lengthwise and toss in bowl with olive oil.

3. Grill sausages and prick with a fork, turning them, until golden and heated through.

4. Grill peppers and onions until slightly charred and soft.

5. Remove peppers and onions and lightly coat with balsamic vinegar.

6. Slice open rolls and place ingredients inside.

7. Top with tomato sauce as the finishing touch.

8. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Tip: Not in mood for Tomato Basil Masterpiece? La Famiglia DelGrosso has seven other flavors for a wide variety of tastes!