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Ingredients
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Fried Jalapenos
Sausage Gravy
Method
Fried Jalapenos
- 1
Prepare the Jalapenos
Wash the jalapenos thoroughly. Slice them in half lengthwise and remove the seeds for a milder flavor, or leave them in for extra heat.
- 2
Wrap with Bacon
Take each jalapeno half and wrap it with a strip of bacon. Secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- 3
Prepare Breading
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 4
Bread the Jalapenos
Dredge each bacon-wrapped jalapeno in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 5
Heat Oil
In a deep skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Jalapenos
Carefully place the coated jalapenos in the hot oil. Fry until the bacon is crispy and the jalapenos are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Sausage Gravy
- 7
Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 8
Add Flour
Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- 9
Add Milk
Slowly pour in the milk while stirring constantly. This will help prevent lumps from forming.
- 10
Season the Gravy
Add salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the gravy. Stir well and let it simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- 11
Serve
Once the gravy has thickened, remove it from the heat and serve over the fried jalapeno bacon.