Spicy Cajun Cornbread Casserole + Mardi Gras Boogie

Here's another Cajun favorite that will melt in your mouth and will surely become one of your faves! The savory, spicy flavors in this fabulous casserole are out of this world and are the perfect comfort food for a chilly day. Serve with a tossed salad for a hearty meal. Bon appetit!

Spicy Cajun Cornbread Casserole

Crust 

4 tbs.'s butter, melted

1 cup buttermilk

1/2 tsp. baking soda

1 cup yellow cornmeal

1/4 cup sugar

1/2 tsp. salt

1 egg, beaten

1 (4 1/2 oz.) can green chilies, drained

 Filling

5 eggs, beaten

1 cup milk

Salt to taste

1 tsp. Cajun seasoning

Few shakes Tabasco sauce
1 tbs. Worcestershire sauce

1 lb. bulk pork sausage or 1 lb. ground beef

1 (14 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained, (optional)

1 small onion, chopped

1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper

1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

In large bowl, add baking soda to buttermilk and set aside for 5 minutes.. Add all of the other crust ingredients and mix well. Pour into a buttered 13x9 inch baking dish and bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, in large skillet,  brown sausage or ground beef, with the Cajun seasoning and Worcestshire sauce and drain excess oil. Add onion, peppers, and garlic, and saute with meat for 5 minutes. Add a little more Cajun seasoning, if desired.

In large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, salt and Tabasco. Layer meat and veggie mixture over crust . Top with cheese. Pour egg mixture over the top and bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes, or until set. Garnish with sour cream and fresh cilantro or parsley. Cest bon,cher!

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Mardi Gras Boogie

I've had several requests for some Mardi Gras Boogie. Here's a little clip of some Mardi Gras-ing going on at Fred's Lounge in Mamou, La. Fred's is a local landmark and is famous for it's Saturday morning dances, beginning at 8:30 a.m.! Let the good times roll, cher!