Today we are going to make a wonderful smoky calabresa sausage spread, perfect to serve as an appetizer, for breakfast, as a side for meats, in a sandwich, or even just on its own. Let’s get to the recipe!
Ingredients for our Smoky Sausage Spread:
- 1 small jar (approx. 1 cup) of mayonnaise;
- 1 onion, diced;
- 1 large clove of garlic, minced;
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil;
- 2 links of smoked calabresa sausage (or Spanish chorizo), cut into medium cubes;
- 1 can (approx. 10 oz) table cream (creme de leite).
How to prepare the Smoky Sausage Spread:
- In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat;
- Add the sausage and fry until golden and crispy;
- Once the sausage is fried, add the onion and garlic;
- Sauté well until fragrant and remove from heat;
- Let the mixture cool down completely;
- Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and pulse until it forms a smooth paste;
- Transfer the paste to a mixing bowl, then stir in the mayonnaise and table cream;
- Mix well until creamy, refrigerate, and serve chilled with your favorite bread or crackers.
Did you know?
Pâtés are creamy culinary preparations made from meat, fish, or vegetables, often enhanced with seasonings, and typically enjoyed as appetizers, spreads, or dips for bread and crackers.
Traditionally, French “pâtés” were a mixture of finely chopped meats, seasonings, and a binding agent like eggs or flour, which were then baked in the oven (Source: Wikipedia).
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