Step 1

Preheat the broiler to high. In a skillet, add in the olive oil and butter. Melt and then stir in the garlic and Italian seasoning. Remove from heat and brush this mixture generously over the hoagie buns - inside and out. Place the hoagie buns on a sheet pan and broil for 1-2 minutes on high until very lightly golden brown (you'll add them back later).

Step 2

Begin the sausages cooking. Remove the casing and follow package directions to grill the sausages. If you don't have the sausage grill, remove casings, slice the sausages into 1-inch thick pieces and add to a skillet (same one you used earlier for the butter) over medium heat. Cook for about 2 minutes stirring occasionally and then add in the onion and garlic. Cook for another minute.

Step 3

Add in the bell peppers, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil and then simmer for 5-6 minutes or until the peppers are crisp tender.

Step 4

Separate the mixture evenly among the hoagie buns and sprinkle generously with cheese.

Step 5

Return the hoagies to the oven and broil for another 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melty.

Step 6

Top with fresh basil or parsley if desired and enjoy immediately.