Gerts Pepper, Onion, and Sausage Sandwich

My mother’s favorite, best with red or yellow peppers, but not bad with green either. This sandwich can be made vegetarian, of course, by omitting the sausage.

2 tablespoons butter or olive oil, plus more for the rolls if desired

2 large Italian sausages (about 1/2 pound), split lengthwise

2 bell peppers, preferably red or yellow, roasted and peeled , seeded, and cut into strips

2 medium to large onions, cut in half and thinly sliced

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

2 to 4 long hard rolls

• Put the butter or oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. When the butter melts or the oil is hot, add the sausages and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 5 minutes total.
• Add the peppers and onions. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until very tender, about 20 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
• Butter the rolls or drizzle them with olive oil if you like. Spread the sausage into the rolls and pile the pepperand- onion mixture on top. Serve hot.

MAKES: 2 large or 4 small sandwiches

TIME: 30 minutes