Ingredients

The following ingredients have 5 Servings
  • 12 ounces grain based chipotle sausage (- I use one package of 4 sausages of Field Roast Mexican Cipotle)
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (- 1 large can)
  • 4 ounces tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoon chili pepper (- finely diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 5 hoagie buns Italian or whole wheat hoagie buns
  • Dairy-free Mozzarella cheese, optional ( - I used Chao in my photos)
  • Dairy-free parmesan cheese, optional

Instruction

  • Cut the casings off of the 'sausages', handling carefully. They will break. The 'sausages' aren't that delicate but be a little gentle.
  • Slice the 'sausage' into large chunks, about 4 slices per 'sausage'.
  • If you would like to brown the 'sausage' then add oil to a large skillet and heat to medium high.
  • Add the sausage to the pan and brown on all sides.
  • When done, set aside to cool and then put in the refrigerator.
  • While the' sausage' is browning, put all the remaining ingredients (except the buns) in the slow cooker.
  • Stir and cook on high 3 hours.
  • Carefully add the sausage to the crockpot and leave on high and cook another hour.