Tag: sausage

Vegetable frittata with veggie sausage

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We tried this recipe based on our pantry ingredients: https://www.flourishingfoodie.com/blog//2011/07/grilled-vegetable-and-veggie-sausage.html We used three Trader Joe’s Meatless Breakfast Patties, defrosted and crumbled. We also used two shallots in lieu of ½ sweet onion. Finally, we placed the cast iron pan under the broiler (set on low) for a few mins at the end. (Dec. 2016)

Italian bucatini with chicken sausage and bell peppers

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We tried this recipe: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/bucatini-with-sausage-and-peppers-56389445 We used spicy chicken sausage instead of sweet turkey. At first, we found the sauce a bit too thin, but we later realized that this is intentional so that the bucatini can soak up the sauce. We also recommend preparing the sauce in a Dutch oven, since the cooked pasta… Continue reading Italian bucatini with chicken sausage and bell peppers

Smoked turkey and andouille sausage gumbo

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This is a seafood-free and okra-free gumbo recipe from Saveur: http://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/smoked-turkey-and-andouille-gumbo?TmFudDKk9Up4CvyI.03. This recipe has quite a kick, so you may want to reduce the amount of cayenne or white pepper. (Feb. 2016). Note: We followed this recipe except that we made microwave roux to save time: http://www.deepsouthdish.com/2010/03/10-minute-microwave-general-purpose.html?m=1. We used a 2 quart covered round baking… Continue reading Smoked turkey and andouille sausage gumbo

Galician chickpea and sausage soup (caldo gallego)

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In a large stock pot, brown slices of uncooked chorizo in a little olive oil, then set aside.  Add sliced onions to the pot, then when translucent, add minced garlic. Pour in 6 cups chicken stock and 4 cups water, bring to a boil, then add chickpeas (canned, drained), 2 bay leaves, and chopped parsley,… Continue reading Galician chickpea and sausage soup (caldo gallego)

Italian rustic vegetable, sausage, and polenta soup

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Saute 2 hot Italian chicken sausages (casings removed) with some olive oil in a large Dutch oven, breaking up into pieces.  When sausage is browned, remove and set aside.  Using the same pot, add 2 onions (chopped), minced garlic, several sprigs thyme, 4 sage leaves (julienned), and 2 carrots (chopped).  Season with a little salt… Continue reading Italian rustic vegetable, sausage, and polenta soup

Sausage, leek, and tomato frittata

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Saute 1 large link (about 1/4 lb) uncooked hot Italian sausage (we used Whole Foods' mix of pork and chicken, with casings removed) until browned, then let cool and set aside. Separately, lightly mix 3 eggs with 1 cup low-fat milk, then fold in 3 oz shredded Gruyere cheese, 3 sprigs thyme (leaves only), 3… Continue reading Sausage, leek, and tomato frittata

Portuguese kale and potato soup (caldo verde)  

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Bring 6 cups of water to a light boil, then add 1 lb yukon gold potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled andquartered, and a rough-chopped onion.  Bring to a boil, season with 2 tsp salt and ¼ tsp black pepper.  Cover and reduce to a  simmer until potatoes are tender (20 mins).  Using an immersion blender,… Continue reading Portuguese kale and potato soup (caldo verde)