Category: Main Dishes

French Dip Sandwiches

I love a good French dip sandwich on a cold day. Besides the tender meat, the key is a great au jus for dipping. And oooey, gooey melted cheese. Yum. I like to get my bread good and soggy. Yes, I over-dunk. Leave it in there for a while to soak up all that beefy flavor. Then let it drip all over the place. Remember my motto: the messier it is, the better it tastes. That applies to French dip sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs. Anything and everything. There has to be some juices dripping all over or it’s just not a proper sandwich. And there needs to be some cheese melting down from the sides of the sandwich, too.

French Dip Sandwiches Version 2.0

Spice Up The Classic

I prefer pepperjack cheese on my French dips only because I like a little extra kick. I think provolone is a more traditional cheese. The meat is also great on French dip crescents, an excellent party treat.

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Also try my kicked-up French dip sandwiches.

French Dip Sandwiches Version 2.0
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French Dip Sandwiches

I love a good French dip sandwich on a cold day. Besides the tender meat, the key is a great au jus for dipping. And oooey, gooey melted cheese. Yum.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword beef, sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 2885kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
  • 4 pound rump roast
  • 14 ounce beef broth
  • 10 ½ ounce French onion soup
  • 12 ounce beer use a full-flavored beer
  • 8 French rolls or a large Italian bread loaf
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Swiss cheese sliced

Instructions

  • Trim excess fat from the roast.
  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or pot.
  • Add the meat.
  • Brown on all sides.
  • Add broth, soup, and beer.
  • Cook on low for 7 hours.
  • Toast buns.
  • Thin slice the beef against the grain (or shred with a fork) and stack on bread.
  • Cover with cheese and melt under broiler.
  • Strain sauce and serve with sandwiches for dipping.

Notes

Substitute provolone, pepper jack… mozzarella, whichever cheese you prefer.

Nutrition

Calories: 2885kcal | Carbohydrates: 238g | Protein: 88g | Fat: 173g | Saturated Fat: 91g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 2005mg | Potassium: 1806mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 140g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 14mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Old-Fashioned Two-Meat Chili

I found this recipe for old-fashioned two-meat chili over at Drick’s Rambling Cafe, one of my favorite blogs to read. Drick Perry posts the kinds of foods we really enjoy: Cajun, Creole and Southern, among others. This chili has a slight kick, but not so much that it hides all of the great flavors inside. Beans, veggies, V-8 juice, broth, and two kinds of meats (hmmmm… so that’s where the name comes from!) all combine to make something special.

Old-Fashioned Two-Meat Chili

Easier Than It Looks. And Worth It.

This old-fashioned two-meat chili has quite the ingredient list, but it is still easy to make and worth the effort. It makes a big batch, but don’t worry, it won’t last. V-8 juice in a chili is a great thing. I used spicy, of course. I wouldn’t be afraid to add V-8 to your favorite chili recipe.

If you don’t have or can’t find ground pork, substitute ground Italian sausage. The bulk stuff, not smoked. Just crumble it into small pieces before browning.

Amazon Fresh - Beef Broth, Carton, 32 oz
Amazon Fresh – Beef Broth, Carton, 32 oz

Also try my southwestern chili with corn chips.

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Old-Fashioned Two-Meat Chili

This chili has a slight kick, but not so much that it hides all of the great flavors inside. Beans, veggies, V-8 juice, broth, and two kinds of meats (hmmmm… so that’s where the name comes from!) all combine to make something special.
Course Main
Cuisine Southwestern
Keyword chili
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 354kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Drick’s Rambling Cafe

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oil over high heat in a large Dutch oven.
  • Add the chuck and brown completely.
  • Remove to a bowl.
  • Add the pork and brown.
  • Remove to the same bowl with the chuck.
  • Remove all but 1 tablespoon of the drippings.
  • Add the onion and peppers and saute until softened.
  • Add the garlic and cook,another minute.
  • Add the cumin, chili powder, flour, paprika, black pepper, sugar, oregano, vinegar, and cayenne.
  • Stir to fully coat the onions and peppers.
  • Add the bay leaf, beef broth and enough of the vegetable juice to thin the mixture.
  • Stir in the parsley, beans and meat.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer.
  • Cover and continue simmering for 1-2 hours or until the beans are nice and tender and the meat is tender.
  • Add the diced tomatoes and the tomato paste. Stir. Add more vegetable juice if needed.
  • Continue simmering for another 30 minutes.
  • Serve topped with shredded cheese.

Notes

Add your favorite toppings. I love a dollop of sour cream and a little green onion, too!

Nutrition

Calories: 354kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 338mg | Potassium: 705mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1415IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Mini Baked Ham and Swiss Sandwiches

These mini baked ham and Swiss sandwiches from King’s Hawaiian are absolutely insanely good. I found a great variation on the original over at The Kitchen Life of a Navy Wife, so I made them… and they up and disappeared in minutes! Now.. yeah, I love onion. So I mighta gone a bit nuts with the onion topping. But they were absolutely delicious.

Mini Baked Ham and Swiss Sandwiches

Messy Goodness

I will probably cut the butter in half next time, but let’s face it… butter makes them even better! They are a bit messy to eat. But I didn’t hear anything but ‘oh so good’ as they were quickly devoured. These mini baked ham and Swiss sandwiches disappeared in no time. They aren’t fancy but they taste great. And they’re a great way to feed a crowd.

Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard (8 oz Jar)
Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard (8 oz Jar)

Keep the mini theme going with some mini corn dog muffins and mini cinnamon rolls!

Mini Baked Ham and Swiss Sandwiches
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Mini Baked Ham Sandwiches

These mini baked ham and Swiss sandwiches from King’s Hawaiian are absolutely insanely good. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword ham, sandwich
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 432kcal
Author Based on a recipe from The Kitchen Life of a Navy Wife

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350 F.
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the mustard and Worcestershire. Stir.
  • Add onion and poppy seed and saute until the onion just starts to soften.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Cut the rolls in half, horizontally, keeping the top and bottom halves in tact. Just lay them out on a flat surface and run your knife through the middle, parallel to the ground.
  • Spray a 9″ x 13″ baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Spoon 1/3rd of the onion mixture over the bottom of the dish.
  • Add the bottom half of the rolls.
  • Top with ham and cheese.
  • Add the bun tops.
  • Spoon remaining onion mixture over the buns.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • Use a sharp knife to separate the buns, cutting through the cheese and ham.

Notes

For a nice little kick, substitute sliced pepper jack for the Swiss.

Nutrition

Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 808mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 854IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Sweet Pepper and Salami Frittata

Omelets, frittatas, scrambles… All are great ways to use up ingredients you have on hand. In this case I had some extra salami and cherry tomatoes around that I needed to use up. This sweet pepper and salami frittata recipe was a great way to combine them. This is what omelets hope to be when they grow up!

Sweet Pepper and Salami Frittata

Changes Are Encouraged

You don’t have to stick to the recipe for this sweet pepper and salami frittata. It’s definitely ok to use other ingredients in place of the ones listed. Don’t have salami on hand? Ham works just fine. Or sausage. Not a fan of cherry tomatoes? Roasted red bell pepper is a fantastic change. And for a little kick use pepper jack cheese instead of cheddar!

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

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Also try my more-classic French omelet.

Sweet Pepper and Salami Frittata
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Sweet Pepper and Salami Frittata

Omelets, frittatas, scrambles… All are great ways to use up ingredients you have on hand. In this case I had some extra salami and cherry tomatoes around that I needed to use up. This sweet pepper and salami frittata recipe was a great way to combine them.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword breakfast, frittata
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 779kcal
Author Based on a recipe from The Garden of Eating

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 medium russet potatoes
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 large white onion diced
  • 2 medium sweet peppers chopped
  • 9 large eggs
  • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded, divided
  • 6 ounces salami cubed
  • ½ pint cherry tomatoes halves
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  • Add the potatoes. Boil until just starting to soften, 20-30 minutes.
  • Drain and let cool slightly, then cut into cubes.
  • Heat oil in a 10″ cast iron (or oven-proof) skillet.
  • Saute onions for 5 minutes.
  • Add peppers and saute another 5 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs.
  • Stir in half of the cheese and the salami, tomatoes, and basil.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour mixture into the skillet and stir.
  • Bake for 15 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top and return skillet to the oven, under the broiler, for 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Notes

Substitute pepper jack for a nice little spicy kick.

Nutrition

Calories: 779kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 512mg | Sodium: 2114mg | Potassium: 1578mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3343IU | Vitamin C: 104mg | Calcium: 532mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Ham and Cheese Grinder

I once worked near a W.G. Grinders, my favorite place for baked sandwiches at lunchtime. Sadly, W.G. Grinders no longer has any locations open in Indiana (there are a few in Ohio). They sure made great sandwiches. Now I have to make a ham and cheese grinder at home to satisfy my cravings. Although I sure liked the ones at the order-at-the-counter restaurant, these are not anything to sneeze at! In fact, they’re fantastic!

Ham and Cheese Grinder

This ham and cheese grinder is a great way to make an outstanding baked sandwich at home. It’s very easy, yet very tasty. Of course, you can use any meat or cheese you like. The key ingredients are the garlic butter and the little sprinkle of paprika at the end. Mmmm… tasty!

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Amazon Fresh – Artisan Bake at Home French Style Demi Baguette, 12 oz (2 ct)

Also try my steakhouse grinder.

Ham and Cheese Grinder
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Ham and Cheese Grinder

This sandwich is a great way to make an outstanding baked sandwich at home. It’s very easy, yet very tasty. Of course, you can use any meat or cheese you like. The key ingredients are the garlic butter and the little sprinkle of paprika at the end. Mmmm… tasty!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword cheese, ham, sandwich
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 799kcal
Author Based on a Gerber sandwich

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ stick unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder more or less
  • 1 loaf French bread
  • ¾ pound deli ham sliced thin
  • ½ pound provolone cheese sliced thin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Combine the butter and garlic powder. Add more garlic powder, to taste, if needed.
  • Split the French bread lengthwise and lay open.
  • Brush both open sides with butter.
  • Transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Add ham and cheese, then sprinkle with the paprika.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the bread is crispy.

Notes

Also great topped with thin-slices of tomato, hot or cold!

Nutrition

Calories: 799kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 2021mg | Potassium: 463mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 871IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 483mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Roasted Black Pepper Shrimp Po boy

I’ve never eaten a bad po boy, and this one is no exception. Roasted black pepper shrimp, Kaw-Cajun Comeback sauce… you just can’t go wrong! The shrimp are perfectly peppered. The Comeback sauce… man, what can’t I say about it… it’s just so great. It is spicy, creamy, and without a doubt the perfect sauce for any sandwich you will ever make. I can’t imagine a po boy without Kaw-Cajun Comeback sauce on it. Don’t be shy with it, either. The sign of a great po boy is one that drips all over the plate, your shirt, and down your arms. This roasted black pepper shrimp po boy checks all the ‘great sandwich’ checkboxes.

Roasted Black Pepper Shrimp Po boy

One Great Po Boy Sauce

I recommend keeping a bottle of Comeback sauce nearby when you eat this roasted black pepper shrimp po boy. Just in case a shrimp falls off the sandwich. Sure, you could poke it back in, but you can also squeeze a bit of Comeback sauce on it and enjoy the perfect shrimp.

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Also try my grilled turkey breast po boy.

Roasted Black Pepper Shrimp Po boy
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Roasted Black Pepper Shrimp Po boy

I recommend keeping a bottle of Comeback sauce nearby when you eat this roasted black pepper shrimp po boy just in case a shrimp falls of the sandwich. Sure, you could poke it back in, but you can also squeeze a bit of Comeback sauce on it and enjoy the perfect shrimp.
Course American
Cuisine Main
Keyword sandwich, shrimp
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 serving
Calories 1213kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Lightly toast the bun. Slather with the comeback sauce.
  • Add the lettuce, shrimp, onion and tomato.
  • Serve.

Notes

You can substitute mayonnaise for the comeback sauce. Or even tartar sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 1213kcal | Carbohydrates: 231g | Protein: 55g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 2336mg | Potassium: 714mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 598IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 16mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Roasted Black Pepper Shrimp

This is the easiest, most fool-proof way I know of for cooking shrimp. Roasted black pepper shrimp come out tasting fantastic each and every time. You can serve them with cocktail sauce. Or, on sandwiches, like my very good roasted black pepper shrimp po boy. Or, just pop them in your mouth as-is!

Roasted Black Pepper Shrimp Po boy

Almost Foolproof

It’s almost impossible to mess these shrimp up. Almost. Just be sure to not overcook the shrimp. Shrimp tell you when they are done by turning pink. They start to curl up. It doesn’t get any easier than that! The last thing you want is tough, over-cooked shrimp. If you don’t cook shrimp often I recommend starting with one or two first. Time them and note when they are just done. Then you can cook the rest for the same amount of time. Better to overcook two than 20!

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These shrimp are also great dunked in my easy cocktail sauce.

Roasted Black Pepper Shrimp Po boy
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Roasted Black Pepper Shrimp

This is the easiest, most fool-proof way I know of for cooking shrimp. Roasted black pepper shrimp come out tasting fantastic each and every time. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword shrimp
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 175kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 F.
  • Rinse, drain and de-vein the shrimp. Place in a shallow baking pan.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan.
  • Add the garlic and saute for 3-4 minutes. Pour over the shrimp and toss to coat.
  • Pepper shrimp until very well covered. Do not be shy with the pepper! Use a heavy hand!
  • Bake until pink, approximately 5 minutes, then turn and bake a few minutes longer. Remove from oven and pepper again.

Notes

Also great served with cocktail or tartar sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 429mg | Sodium: 1322mg | Potassium: 148mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 252mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Thai Pork Burritos

These Thai pork burritos with Thai fried rice disappeared fast. They’re both very tasty. I’d say they’re excellent. The burrito is packed full of flavor. This is definitely not boring or bland.  And although the ingredient list might seem a bit lengthy, fear not. There actually aren’t that many steps to perform to achieve Asian-inspired burrito greatness!

Thai Pork Burritos with Thai Fried Rice

Keep The Theme Going

For the fried rice recipe, click here. You’ll want to make it because it pairs perfectly with the Thai Pork burritos. The rice has a bit of fish sauce added. At first I wasn’t so sure about fish sauce. It’s rather ‘aromatic’ to put it mildly. But not only did it grow on me, I ended up loving it!

Serve this dish with a little soy sauce on the side. If you’re daring, maybe even a little fish sauce too!

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Kikkoman Japan Made Soy Sauce, 33.8 Ounce

Also try my Thai peanut chicken with Ramen recipe.

Thai Pork Burritos with Thai Fried Rice
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Thai Pork Burritos with Fried Rice

These Thai pork burritos with Thai fried rice disappeared fast. They’re both very tasty. I’d say they’re excellent.
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Asian
Keyword fried rice, pork
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 560kcal
Author Based on a recipe in the June 2003 Chile Pepper Magazine

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat large nonstick skillet over high.
  • Crumble pork into skillet and cook until done.
  • Add the ginger, garlic, onion, and coleslaw mix. Stir fry with pork for 2-3 minutes or until the vegetables are wilted.
  • Add remaining ingredients.Cook, stirring constantly, another minute.
  • Spoon into warm torts, garnish with cilantro, and roll up to encase.

Notes

Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 560kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 82mg | Sodium: 1329mg | Potassium: 594mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 134IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Smoked Sausage Casserole

This smoked sausage casserole is one of my favorite comfort dishes. It has some of my favorite things in it – smoked sausage, hash browns, and peppers. And cheese. How could it not be good? It’s not fancy. It’s not complicated. I just like it.

Smoked Sausage Casserole

You can omit the jalapeno if you want. Or add more. I think this dish needs a little heat. Something to spice it up.

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

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Also try my smoked sausage Alfredo. My baked angel hair with sausage is always a big hit too.

Smoked Sausage Casserole
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Smoked Sausage Casserole

Substitute Creole seasoning for the salt and pepper for an extra flavor kick!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword casserole, sausage, smoked
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 641kcal
Author Based on Jolean’s Cheese Potato Smoked Sausage Casserole

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound smoked sausage cut into 1/2″ pieces
  • 1 pound hash browns frozen, defrosted
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • ¾ cup white onion chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 jalapeño seeded, minced
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ teaspoon paprika more or less

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the sausage. Cook until lightly browned. Drain.
  • Spray a 9″ x 9″ casserole with non-stick spray.
  • Add the potatoes and sausage. Mix.
  • Add the butter to the skillet and melt.
  • Add vegetables and saute for 3 minutes.
  • Add the flour, milk and salt and pepper and cook another 3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the cheese.
  • Pour vegetable mixture over potatoes and sausage and stir.
  • Sprinkle with paprika.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly and browned, and the potatoes are cooked through.

Notes

Don’t fear the jalapeno, it’s not going to add a lot of heat to this dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 641kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 43g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 118mg | Sodium: 1497mg | Potassium: 782mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 575IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 321mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Grilled Smoked Sausage Po Boy

This grilled smoked sausage po boy is one of those perfect po boys. The kind that drip yummy sauces down onto your plate. The kind with yummy sauces you slop up with the last bites of the bread. Heck, if no one’s looking, pick up the plate and lick up the drippings. No one will know except you and you’ll be the one smiling.

Everything about this sandwich is delicious, but the really great part is the Kaw-Cajun Comeback sauce. It has a nice spicy kick, and is great on absolutely every sandwich you could ever make. I make a big batch of Kaw-Cajun Comeback sauce and keep it on hand for great po boys. Chez John from Fat Johnny’s Front Porch is the creator of the sauce. Pay his site a visit. He makes amazing food.

Grilled Smoked Sausage Po Boy

This grilled smoked sausage po boy is good eats, I tell ya! It’s messy. It’s crunchy. And it’s packed with flavors, from sausage to slaw to a wonderfully spicy sauce. There’s nothing fancy going on here. There doesn’t have to be.

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Also try my smoked sausage sandwiches.

Grilled Smoked Sausage Po Boy
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Grilled Smoked Sausage Po’Boy

This grilled smoked sausage po boy is one of those perfect po boys. The kind that drip yummy sauces down onto your plate. The kind of yummy sauces you slop up with the last bites of the bread.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword grilled, sandwich, sausage
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 428kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Lightly toast the bun on the grill.
  • Grill the sausage(s) and cut into half.
  • Slather the bun with the Comeback sauce.
  • Add the sausage, top with slaw and the bun top and enjoy!

Notes

You can substitute kielbasa or andouille.

Nutrition

Calories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 1108mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Weber 6493 21-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush
Weber 6493 21-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush