Category: Side Dishes & Salads

Chili Cheese Frito Salad

It might seem a bit unusual to add Fritos to a great corn salad. But trust me, chili cheese-flavored Fritos add a great flavor (and crunch) to this dish. Don’t worry if you only have ‘regular’ Fritos on hand. They work great too, just add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder to add some kick. You’ll be making this chili cheese Frito salad again and again. The crunch from the chips, onion and peppers offset the sweet creaminess of the corn.

Chili Cheese Frito Salad

Great Sweet Corn Makes For A Great Salad

I used corn from My Dad’s Sweet Corn, located just north of Indianapolis in Tipton, Indiana. They have outstandingly good sweet corn which can be found at most of the farmer’s markets around Indianapolis. Using great fresh sweet corn makes a different when you make this chili cheese Frito salad.

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Also try my jalapeno popper grilled corn salad.

This recipe is based on a recipe from Real Mom Kitchen.

Chili Cheese Frito Salad
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Chili Cheese Frito Salad

It might seem a bit unusual to add Fritos to a great corn salad, but trust me, chili cheese-flavored Fritos add a great flavor (and crunch) to this dish. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword chili, corn chips, salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 300kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Real Mom Kitchen

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 14 ounce corn drained (I used 5 cups of local sweet corn)
  • ¼ cup red bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup green bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup red onion diced
  • ½ cup extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup extra sharp cheddar cheese cubed
  • 1 ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • kosher salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  • Chili cheese Fritos

Instructions

  • Combine all but the Fritos and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • To serve, combine a few Fritos with the salad. Garnish with more Fritos.

Notes

Add a little diced jalapeno for a nice bit of heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 310mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 328IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Pineapple King Coleslaw

I absolutely love the contrast between the sweet pineapple and the bite of the lemon and onion in this Pineapple King coleslaw. The crunch of the cabbage and the creaminess of the mayonnaise really rocks this slaw, too. But it’s the explosion of flavor from the pineapple that really wins me over every time.

Pineapple King Coleslaw

The Perfect Summer Side

This simple classic salad was a great side for our meatball sandwiches. The sweetness is a welcomed surprise. The pineapple King coleslaw is still light enough to not overwhelm. I’ve seen variations where people have substituted mandarin orange wedges. That seems like an interesting variation that would be worth a try!

I almost always use Blue Plate mayonnaise in the dishes I make. I think it is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

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Blue Plate Real Mayonnaise, Homestyle Mayo For Chicken Salad to Deviled Eggs, 30 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

For a little change, use broccoli slaw mix instead of the ‘usual’ cabbage mix.

Also try my Cajun rainbow slaw.

Pineapple King Coleslaw
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Carrot and Pineapple King Coleslaw

I absolutely love the contrast between the sweet pineapple and the bite of the lemon and onion in this Pineapple King coleslaw. The crunch of the cabbage and the creaminess of the mayonnaise really rocks this slaw, too.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword carrots, cole slaw, coleslaw, pineapple
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 231kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients and chill.

Notes

Stir again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 104mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 210IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cholula Macaroni-and-Cheese

There are a thousand variations on macaroni-and-cheese, it seems. Rich. Creamy. Crunchy. And all sorts of different kinds of pasta. Well, if you’re a follower of this blog you know what we love Cholula hot sauce, often called Flavorful Fire. So it’s only natural then that we loved this Cholula macaroni-and-cheese. A little heat, but still that creaminess that makes mac-and-cheese soooo good.

Cholula Macaroni-and-Cheese

Life’s Not All About Elbow Mac

I like making mac-and-cheese with something other than elbow pasta (like wagon wheel pasta). People aren’t expecting it, and you’ll find that some pastas hold the cheese sauce better than others. The little wheel pastas I used in my Cholula macaroni-and-cheese trapped the sauce in yummy little spokes.

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Also try my pepperoni pizza mac and cheese.

This recipe is based on a recipe from Insane Chicken.

Cholula Macaroni-and-Cheese
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Cholula Mac-and-Cheese

If you’re a follower of this blog you know what we love Cholula hot sauce, often called Flavorful Fire. So it’s only natural then that we loved this Cholula macaroni-and-cheese. A little heat, but still that creaminess that makes mac-and-cheese soooo good.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword mac and cheese, macaroni and cheese, spicy
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 472kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Insane Chicken

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375 F.
  • Cook pasta per package instructions. Drain.
  • Melt two tablespoons of the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Whisking constantly, stir in the flour, cooking for 1 minute.
  • While still whisking, add in the mustard, salt, white pepper, Cholula hot sauce, and in small amounts at a time, the milk.
  • Bring to a slow boil, still whisking, and boil for 1 minute until thickened.
  • Remove pan from the heat and stir in the cheeses until melted and smooth.
  • Add the pasta and gently stir to coat.
  • Pour mixture into a 2 quart baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.
  • Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in a small bowl in the microwave. Stir in the breadcrumbs and chili powder. Sprinkle mixture over the top of the mac-and-cheese.
  • Bake 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
  • Let rest 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can substitute your favorite hot sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 872mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 902IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 611mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Creole Roasted Potatoes

I could probably eat andouille sausage all day long. I just love that great smoky, garlicky, oniony flavor. And it has a great texture. Not mushy. Sometimes andouille is a little hard to find here, so I end up substituting smoked sausage or even kielbasa. That’s ok, because no matter what sausage you use in these Creole roasted potatoes, it’s going to come out fantastic.

Creole Roasted Potatoes

Side Or Main Dish, Either Way It’s Good!

These Creole roasted potatoes are a fantastically easy dish, with a nice kicked-up flavor. Dice the sausage when serving as a side, or cut it into rounds for a great main dish.

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Also try my Cajun mashed potatoes and my garlic red potatoes.

Creole Roasted Potatoes
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Creole Roasted Potatoes

These Creole roasted potatoes are a fantastically easy dish, with a nice kicked-up flavor. Dice the sausage when serving as a side, or cut it into rounds for a great main dish.
Course Side
Cuisine Creole
Keyword Creole, potatoes, roasted
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 249kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 F.
  • Place all ingredients into a large bowl and gently toss to mix and coat well.
  • Pour mixture into a roasting pan and roast for 45 minutes to 1 hour until the potatoes are soften and golden, stirring every 15 minutes.

Notes

If you can’t find andouille you can substitute smoked sausage.

Nutrition

Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 419mg | Potassium: 667mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 530IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Deluxe Southwestern Quinoa Salad

Quinoa is pretty popular in our house. It’s easy to cook and works well with other flavors, and in particular, Southwestern flavors. This deluxe Southwestern quinoa salad is an excellent example. It is a different take on the recipe we normally use. We enjoy both versions!

Deluxe Southwestern Quinoa Salad

Add A Little Kick

The combination of citrus flavors with cumin and smoked paprika really works well. Very classic southwestern. If you want a little bite, toss a few pinches of red pepper flakes in there too. And try different kinds of quinoa for a little color in your deluxe southwestern quinoa salad.

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If you’re interested in the awesome steakhouse grinder we had with this salad, click here for the recipe.

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Deluxe Southwestern Quinoa Salad

The combination of citrus flavors with cumin and smoked paprika really works well. Very classic southwestern.
Course Side
Cuisine Southwestern
Keyword quinoa, salad, southwestern
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 168kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Food 52

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cup quinoa
  • 1 cup corn or 1/2 of a can of corn kernels, drained
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 15 1/4 ounce black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 medium orange juiced

Instructions

  • Cook quinoa per package directions, making sure to rinse the quinoa before cooking.
  • Drain and let cool almost completely.
  • Place in a large bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over high heat and add the corn kernels.
  • Singe the corn, stirring occasionally, for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add the corn, cumin, beans, tomato, feta, green onions, and smoked paprika
  • Stir the salad and add salt if desired.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lime juice and orange juice.
  • Add to the salad and toss.

Notes

Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 464IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fingerling Home Fries

Fingerling potatoes are a great thing. They have such great potato taste. I try to substitute them for “regular” potatoes whenever I can just to get that extra potato punch. This time I decided to make home fries (that I usually make with russets) with fingerling potatoes instead and boy was I ever happy with the difference! Simply using a different potato really makes a big difference in this dish.

Fingerling Home Fries

This recipe for home fries really lets that fingerling potato flavor shine. Also try my spicy home fries.

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Also try my steakhouse fries.

Fingerling Homefries
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Fingerling Home Fries

Fingerling potatoes are a great thing. They have such great potato taste. I try to substitute them for “regular” potatoes whenever I can just to get that extra potato punch.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword potatoes, roasted
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 105kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Anne Burrell

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Bring a medium pot of well-salted water to a boil.
  • Add the potatoes and cook until they are just fork-tender.
  • Drain and allow the potatoes to cool.
  • Smash potatoes flat with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a small bowl.
  • Add oil to a large saute pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add onions. Season with salt and add a pinch or two of red pepper flakes.
  • Saute 7-8 minutes or until the onions are just starting to soften.
  • Add the potatoes to the pan, toss with the onions, and flatten them out to cover the bottom of the pan.
  • Let the potatoes cook for a few minutes then flip and again flatten out.
  • Repeat this process until the potatoes get a bit of a crust on them and begin to turn golden brown.
  • Serve garnished with parsley.

Notes

Yellow potatoes or baby potatoes can also be used.

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 72mg | Potassium: 536mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 271IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Butter

These grilled sweet potatoes with pecan butter are a favorite Thanksgiving dish for us. It’s a bit sweet, a lot easy, and very tasty. You can make it ahead of time and cook it on-site, in the oven or on a grill (which is how I do it). The beauty of cooking sides on the grill at Thanksgiving is that it helps free up the oven, which is so often crammed full of food. These potatoes come out slightly sweet, but with a nice edge thanks to the onion. Sweet potatoes and onion make for a wonderful combination.

Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Butter

Two Easy Steps

There are basically two parts to these potatoes. First, you grill the potatoes and sweet onions and a bit of oil in foil packets until they are tender. Then, you spoon on a sweet nutty cinnamony topping and let that get all melty happy. Serve them up in the foil packets or put them into a large bowl and serve family style.

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I also make a spiral version of these grilled sweet potatoes with pecan butter.

Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Butter
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Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Pecan Butter

These grilled sweet potatoes with pecan butter are a favorite Thanksgiving dish for us. It’s a bit sweet, a lot easy, and very tasty. You can make it ahead of time and cook it on-site, in the oven or on a grill (which is how I do it). 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword butter, grilled, pecans, sweet potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 407kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 4 large sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/4″ thick slices
  • 1 large sweet onion sliced thin and separated into rings
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup pecans toasted, chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat grill to medium, about 425 degrees.
  • Place potato slices and onion rings on a large sheet of aluminum foil.
  • Brush with oil.
  • Place another sheet of foil over potatoes and seal along edges.
  • Place on grill for 20-30 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.
  • In a small bowl, mix the butter, sugar, salt and cinnamon.
  • Stir in pecans.
  • Open packets and top with pecan butter.
  • Serve.

Notes

Do not cook the packets over direct heat or the potatoes will tend to burn.

Nutrition

Calories: 407kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 228mg | Potassium: 855mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 32475IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Southern Creamed Corn

My wife and I just love sweet corn from My Dad’s Sweet Corn, a farm in nearby Tipton, Indiana. She asked that I make a traditional Southern creamed corn using some of the corn we had on hand. I didn’t hesitate. This version is exactly what you expect – creamy and sweet. And packed with fantastic fresh corn flavor. Nothing beats it.

Southern Creamed Corn

Fresh Is Best. But….

I prefer to use fresh corn when I make southern creamed corn, but the season is short here in Indiana. And worse, winter is long. It’s not quite the same, but when I can’t get fresh corn I use the corn I’ve put up for winter. Or I’ll use the canned or frozen stuff. For the canned I make sure it’s well-drained first. For frozen I make sure it’s thawed.

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Also try my deconstructed Mexican street corn and my slow cooker creamed corn.

Southern Creamed Corn
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Southern Creamed Corn

This recipe is exactly what you expect – creamy and sweet. And packed with fantastic fresh corn flavor. Nothing beats it.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, creamy, southern
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 151kcal
Author Based on a recipe from the The Neelys

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • If you’re using fresh corn, scrape the kernels from the cobs. Try and save any corn liquid from the cobs too.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and flour.
  • Stir in salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Add the corn, cream and water and stir gently.
  • Heat a large skillet with the bacon grease over medium heat.
  • Once hot add the corn mixture.
  • Turn heat down to medium-low and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the butter just before serving.

Notes

Save your grease next time you make bacon and store it in the freezer for recipes like this.

Nutrition

Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 28mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 443IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Charleston-Style Coleslaw

Citrus in a slaw (and even a potato salad) can really change how it tastes, giving it a lighter, summer-like feel.  The addition of a sweet onion also makes this Charleston-style coleslaw different than your traditional mayonnaise-based slaw. I like the crunch of the Vidalia sweet onion and the crispness of the cabbage and carrots in the slaw. But if Vidalia onions aren’t in season, just substitute regular ole sweet onion.

Charleston-Style Coleslaw

A Different Approach To Slaw

Add a few minced jalapenos for a little extra kick in your Charleston-style coleslaw. And for a sweeter variation, add a small can of drained pineapple chunks. Small apple pieces would add a nice crunch and flavor too.

I almost always use Blue Plate mayonnaise in the dishes I make. I think it is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

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Also try my Arkansas slaw.

Charleston-Style Coleslaw
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Charleston-Style Coleslaw

Citrus in a slaw (and even a potato salad) can really change how it tastes, giving it a lighter, summer-like feel.  The addition of a sweet onion also makes this Charleston-style coleslaw different than your traditional mayonnaise-based slaw
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword cole slaw, coleslaw
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 227kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Grill Grrrl

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 6 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1 cup carrots shredded (optional if your cabbage slaw mix already has carrots)
  • ½ cup Vidalia onion chopped
  • Jalapenos seeded, stemmed and minced (optional)

Instructions

  • Combine the mayonnaise, salt, pepper, lime juice and zest and sugar in a large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients and toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving, tossing once or twice.

Notes

Stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 490mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2747IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cajun Mashed Potatoes

You can’t go wrong with a huge pile of Cajun mashed potatoes with a lake of gravy in the middle. As a kid I would build a ‘mashed potato dam’. That way I could make sure none of the gravy ran into the other foods on my plate. I was pretty opposed to gravy “contaminating” my peas.

Cajun Mashed Potatoes

You Almost Don’t Need Gravy

 Now that I’m older I’m ok with the gravy getting into other things on my plate. Let that gravy run wild, I say. Especially when that gravy has extra kick. Honestly, these Cajun mashed potatoes don’t need a whole lot of gravy, they can stand on their own just fine.  The combination of andouille, celery, green pepper and onions is fantastic.

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Also try my roasted garlic mashed potatoes.

Cajun Mashed Potatoes
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Cajun Mashed Potatoes

You can’t go wrong with a huge pile of Cajun mashed potatoes with a lake of gravy in the middle.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, mashed potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 470kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Rachael Ray

Equipment

Ingredients

For the mashed potatoes

To ‘Cajunize’ the potatoes

Instructions

For the potatoes

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt the butter in the half-and-half over medium-low heat in a small sauce pan.
  • Place potatoes in the bowl of a mixer. Use the paddle attachment on low speed to mash the potatoes. Alternatively, mash the potatoes with a hand masher.
  • Slowly add the butter and half-and-half mixture, sour cream, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until mashed but not smooth.
  • Stir in the vegetable and sausage mix from below.
  • Serve topped with warmed gravy.

To ‘Cajunize’ the potatoes

  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the sausage and brown, 4-5 minutes. Remove the sausage and all but 1 tablespoon of the fat.
  • Add the onion, celery, and green bell pepper and saute until tender, 5 minutes.
  • Add the sausage back to the pan and add the remaining ingredients. Stir.
  • Fold into the mashed potatoes and serve.

Notes

For the richest, creamiest potatoes use full-fat half-and-half and sour cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 941mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 863IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)
Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)