Louisiana Love Cornbread Stuffing
Introducing our 'Louisiana Love Cornbread Stuffing'—a mouthwatering journey to the heart of the Bayou, served up in every delightful bite! This stuffing is a true labor of love, crafted with the soulful flavors and zest that make Louisiana cuisine famous.
Picture a pan of golden-brown, crumbly cornbread, lovingly baked to perfection. It's a canvas for the bold and savory Cajun-inspired flavors that follow. Spices dance in harmony with plump, juicy sausage, and the trinity of peppers, celery, and onions adds a delightful crunch. Each spoonful is like a love letter to your taste buds, a tribute to the rich culinary heritage of the South.
INGREDIENTS:
For the Stuffing:
2 cups of Andouille sausage diced
20 medium size raw shrimp peeled and deveined (Crawfish tails if you can find um)
2 cans of smoked oysters, drained
1 cup green pepper, small diced
1 cup red pepper, small diced
1 cup yellow pepper, small diced
2 cups of apples, peeled, small diced
1 cup onion, small diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup fresh Jalapeno pepper, minced
1 teaspoon Chile powder
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika powder
1 teaspoon Sweet Paprika powder
½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon File powder
1 cup Chicken stock
3 tablespoon butter
2 quarts cornbread, ripped in large chunks
Salt & pepper to taste
PREPARATION:
Heat a large cast iron skillet over high heat. When hot, add 2 ounces of cooking oil and sauté the bacon and Andouille until golden brown and crispy. Then add the apples, green peppers, yellow peppers, red peppers, garlic, onions, shrimp and smoked oysters.
Sauté for 1 minute, then add the spices, jalapenos, chicken stock, butter, and cornbread. Mix well and place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes and serve as a side dish.
The Louisiana Love Cornbread Stuffing is more than a side dish; it's an experience. It brings the vibrant culture and vibrant flavors of the Bayou right to your plate. Whether you're celebrating a holiday or simply indulging in a comforting meal, this stuffing will remind you of the warmth and love that go into creating a memorable dining experience.
So, get ready to savor a taste of Louisiana, because with every bite of this stuffing, you'll feel the 'joie de vivre' that defines Southern cuisine. It's more than food; it's a love affair with flavor!" 🌽🌶️🍽️
