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Easy Tailgate Smoked Sausage and Pepper Hoagie Foil Packs

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A quick and easy foil pack recipe featuring smoky sausage, colorful bell peppers, and onions, perfect for game day meals and tailgates. Juicy, flavorful, and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 large bell peppers (mixed colors: red, yellow, green), sliced into thin strips
  • 1 medium yellow or sweet onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 hoagie rolls, split but not fully sliced through
  • Optional toppings: sliced provolone or mozzarella cheese, banana peppers, mustard, mayo

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F (190°C). If using an oven, preheat to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch pieces. Thinly slice bell peppers and onion. Toss them all in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the sausage and veggies. Add 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss everything until evenly coated and glossy.
  4. Tear off four 12×12 inch sheets of heavy-duty foil. Divide the sausage and pepper mixture evenly among the sheets, placing it in the center of each. Fold the foil over and crimp the edges to seal packets completely with no gaps or holes.
  5. Place foil packs on the grill grates. Cook for 15-20 minutes, flipping once halfway through to ensure even cooking. The peppers should be tender but still have a bit of bite, and the sausage warmed through with a smoky aroma.
  6. Carefully open one packet (watch out for steam!) and poke a piece of sausage to verify it’s hot and cooked to your liking. If needed, reseal and cook for a few more minutes.
  7. While the packets cook, slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise, leaving one edge intact. Optionally, toast them lightly on the grill for a minute or two for extra crunch.
  8. Spoon the sausage and pepper mixture directly into the rolls. Add sliced provolone or mozzarella if desired, and any other toppings like banana peppers or mustard.
  9. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Double-layer the foil for extra sturdiness. Toss sausage and peppers in oil and spices ahead of time to let flavors meld. Can be baked in oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes if no grill is available. Use heavy-duty foil and crimp edges tightly to prevent tearing and keep steam inside. For a spicy kick, add jalapeños or cayenne pepper. Vegetarian sausage alternatives can be used for a meat-free version.

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