I make my own bacon and have done several posts. I find mine is less salty and has a nice sweet hit. I decided to try something a little different and seasoned it with some Cajun spices. Continue reading Cajun Back Bacon
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PWE Andouille
I have had some enquiries about andouille from my prior post. Andouille is a spicy smoked Louisiana sausage. It is commonly used in Cajun and Creole dishes like Jambalaya and Gumbo. However, it is also tasty eaten by itself or on a charcuterie tray. Continue reading PWE Andouille
Jambalaya
It has been cold at Passing Wind Estates, minus 20 C. We have 14 inches of snow. It is time for comfort food! Continue reading Jambalaya
Creole Seasoning
I had cut the point from a brisket in my prior post, PWE Pastrami. I wanted to make burnt ends out of it and wanted to try something different. I decided to do Creole Burnt Ends. That meant I needed Creole Seasonings. Continue reading Creole Seasoning
Canadian Andouille
I love smoked cured sausage but it is so high in fat. At least the stuff I make myself is a little lower in salt and fat.
Andouille is made in different ways in countries around the world. My recipe is based on a Cajun style adjusted for my mild Canadian taste buds. It is moderately spicy with a nice onion, garlic finish.
If you would like to see more details on how I made it, you can seem my post on the Smoking Meat Forums. Continue reading Canadian Andouille