Patti's Tuscan Lite Italian Sausage Lettuce Wraps

1 lb hot Italian sausage removed from casing
1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage removed from casing

Brown sausages together in pan with non-stick spray. Drain, cool, and process in
food processor, leave a little chunky.

2 jars marinara of your choice (24 oz) I use Healthy style marinara
1- 14oz can drained diced Italian style tomates
fresh basil large handful chopped
1 lg tomato paste
2 large diced red/green sweet peppers
small pkg fresh sliced mushrooms
2 teas capers (optional) I don't use them
2 small cans drained sliced black olives
fresh shaved parmesan cheese
1 head romaine lettuce leaves pulled apart and washed


In a dutch oven combine 2 jars of marinara sauce, 1 can drained 14 oz Italian style diced tomatoes, large handful of fresh chopped fresh basil. Simmer 1/2 hr and add 1 large tomato paste. Simmer to thicken.

Add small pkg sliced fresh mushrooms, 2 chopped sweet red/green peppers. Simmer
to soften. Add two teaspoons of capers if desired (I don't like them, and don't
add them).

On a long dish, lay a slice of cleaned romaine lettuce leaf. Fill with meat
filling. Top with sliced black olives, sprinkle with fresh shaved parmesan
cheese and serve.