Cajun Sausage Pecan Dressing
1 Cup Chopped Celery
3/4 - 1 cup Chopped Onion
1/2 cup Chopped Bell Pepper
1 stick butter
8 Cups cornbread crumbled
5 Cups toasted white bread or 3 cups bread crumbs
5 cups chicken broth heated
1 pound ground hot sausage (or mild if you prefer)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon (more or less to taste) Tony Cachere's or other Cajun spice blend
4 eggs slightly beaten
1 cup chopped pecans
In heavy skillet cook celery, onion, and bell pepper in butter until tender. Place cornbread and cubes or crumbs in a large bowl. Add broth and vegetables, mixing well. Cook sausage until browned. Add to bread mixture, along with seasonings, eggs, and chopped pecans. Toss lightly to mix. Bake uncovered at 325 degrees for 45 minutes. Or may be used to stuff an 18-20 pound turkey.
J. Jurado