Red Beans and Rice with Smoked Sausage

Beans and rice spell “dinner” in many different languages, and when paired with a grilled smoked sausage, the dish becomes sublime. Serve with a green salad and hot French bread.…

Sausage-Stuffed Pork Roast with Apricot-Mustard Glaze

This neat and fanciful roast—with a sausage in the middle! —will become an entertaining favorite. Next time try smoking this roast on a covered grill and slicing for sandwiches. Serve with scalloped potatoes, buttered peas with fresh mint, and dinner …

Feijoada

The Brazilian national dish, feijoada (FAY-zwah-da) is a glorious black bean stew starring several smoked and seasoned pork products like ham and sausage and also fresh pork loin. It serves a crowd; simmers effortlessly in the oven, and any leftovers …

Stuffed Pork Loin Genoa Style

This colorful stuffed roast makes a flavorful centerpiece to your next gathering. Treat your guests by serving this along side of sauteed zucchini and seasoned couscous. …

Choucroute Garni

Literally “garnished cabbage,” this classic Alsatian dish features mellow sauerkraut garnished indeed—with a wealth of smoked meats. Serve an Alsatian white wine with this dish, and lightly buttered rye bread or pumpernickel. …

Jambalaya

Some think of jambalaya as the Cajun national dish. Others just call it darned good and an easy way to feed a crowd. It does feature the Cajun “culinary trinity” of celery, onion and green pepper; it also features flavorful …

Kielbasa and Chicken Gumbo

Don’t let the number of ingredients for this thick stewlike dish keep you from trying this dish. Taking the time for this Creole specialty is definitely worth the wait.
Adjust seasonings for your family and serve over a bed of …

Hearty Spaghetti with Pork

Pork is the meat of choice in a classic simmered Bolognese sauce. Try this simple formula—it will become a favorite. Extra sauce freezes nicely. …

Stacked Sausage Torte

Takes some time to assemble but can be done the evening before to make an impressive centerpiece for a bunch buffet.  Serve with fresh fruit salad and your favorite muffins or rolls.…

Sausage-Spinach Quiche

Serve this with croissants and seasonal fresh fruit. This recipe can also be adapted to make small tart quiches for appetizers. …