Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage Recipe
Make Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meat Mixture
Seasonings
Add-ins
Casings (optional)
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Casings (if using)
If you are using hog casings, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to soften. Rinse thoroughly before using.
- 2
Mix the Meats
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, and pork fat. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- 3
Add Seasonings
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture. Mix until evenly distributed.
- 4
Incorporate Add-ins
Stir in the diced jalapeño peppers and shredded cheddar cheese until fully integrated into the meat mixture.
Stuffing (if using casings)
- 5
Stuff the Sausages
Using a sausage stuffer, carefully fill the soaked hog casings with the meat mixture, being careful not to overfill. Twist sausages into links of desired size.
- 6
Tie Off the Ends
Tie off the ends of each sausage link using kitchen twine to secure them.
Cooking
- 7
- 8
Serve
Once cooked, remove the sausages from heat and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade jalapeño cheddar sausages!