KICKED UP SAUSAGE MACARONI AND CHEESE
Provided by Emeril Lagasse
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Butter a large casserole dish with 1 tablespoon of the butter and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold running water. Drain well.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage, stirring, until browned and the fat is rendered. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the pan. Add the onions, bell peppers, and 1 teaspoon of the Essence, and cook, stirring, over medium-high heat until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and anise seeds, and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Remove from the heat.
- Melt the remaining stick of butter in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour, and stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, cook over medium heat until thick, 3 to 4 minutes, being careful not to let the flour brown. Using a whisk, add the milk in a steady stream and cook, whisking constantly, until thick and smooth, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the salt, pepper, cayenne, and 2 cups of the cheese, and stir well. Add the noodles, cooked sausage and vegetables, and stir well to combine. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the remaining 1 cup of cheese with the breadcrumbs and remaining 2 teaspoons of Essence. Sprinkle over the macaroni and bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
- Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
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Jennifer Asu
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sausage and cheese sauce are delicious, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a go-to recipe for me when I'm short on time.
ecaterina cirlig
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of sausage and cheese, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Undeaa Hhshsb
[email protected]I was disappointed with this recipe. The cheese sauce was too thick and clumpy, and the sausage was bland. I think I'll stick to my old macaroni and cheese recipe.
Azizoul Hakim Peaus
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said the sausage was delicious, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I think next time I'll use a milder sausage, or maybe even ground beef.
Ayanda Mthiyane
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. The sausage and cheese sauce are the perfect combination, and the macaroni is always cooked perfectly. I've made this recipe for potlucks, parties, and even just for my fami
Syedwafa Desent munda
[email protected]This is the best macaroni and cheese recipe I've ever tried! The sausage and cheese sauce are the perfect combination, and the macaroni is always cooked perfectly. I've made this recipe for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family, and it's alw
BK BD
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my macaroni and cheese turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong. Maybe I didn't use enough milk?
Patricia Morgan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The sausage adds a nice smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce is always smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe!
Zia wazir
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The sausage and cheese sauce are delicious, and the macaroni is cooked perfectly. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's a go-to recipe for me when I'm short on time.
Reabetswedonald Nkadimeng
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of sausage and cheese, and the macaroni was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Ayten Osama
[email protected]I was disappointed with this recipe. The cheese sauce was too thick and clumpy, and the sausage was bland. I think I'll stick to my old macaroni and cheese recipe.
Razon Islam Rahat
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. He said the sausage was delicious, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I think next time I'll use a milder sausage, or maybe even ground beef.
Amasy Magdy
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. The sausage and cheese sauce are the perfect combination, and the macaroni is always cooked perfectly. I've made this recipe for potlucks, parties, and even just for my fami
Berthold Brotherton
[email protected]This is my go-to macaroni and cheese recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The sausage adds a delicious flavor, and the cheese sauce is always smooth and creamy. I highly recommend this recipe!
Hashem Khan
[email protected]I made this for my family last night, and they loved it! The sausage added a nice smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce was perfectly creamy. I will definitely be making this again.
sadam
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the sausage added a nice spicy kick. The macaroni was cooked al dente, which I prefer. This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Alexander Swig
[email protected]This recipe was a breeze to make, and it turned out so delicious! The sausage and cheese sauce were the perfect combination, and the macaroni was cooked just right. I served it with a side salad, and it was a perfect meal. I'll definitely be making t
Maysoon Hammad
[email protected]I've tried many macaroni and cheese recipes, but this one is by far the best. The sausage adds a delicious smoky flavor, and the cheese sauce is incredibly creamy and flavorful. The macaroni was cooked perfectly, and the whole dish came together beau
Sidra Butt
[email protected]This Kicked-Up Sausage Macaroni and Cheese was an absolute delight! The combination of spicy sausage, creamy cheese sauce, and tender macaroni was simply irresistible. I loved the slight kick from the sausage, which added a nice depth of flavor to th