armadillo eggs

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64 Pinches
Rusk, TX
Updated on Aug 27, 2011

Here in Texas we have a TON of Armadillos ..So here is a appetizer named after the famous hard shelled animal.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 40 Min
method ---
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 jars (16 ounces each) whole pickled jalapeno peppers
  • 1 pound pork sausage
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups biscuit/baking mix
  • 3 - eggs, slightly beaten
  • 2 packages pork flavored shake and bake

How To Make armadillo eggs

  • Step 1
    Cut each jalapeno in half lengthwise; remove seeds and stems. Stuff each pepper half with about 1 tablespoon cheddar cheese. In a bowl, combine the uncooked sausage, biscuit mix and remaining cheese; mix well. Shape about 2 tablespoonfuls around each pepper. Dip into eggs, then roll in coating mix. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: about 3 dozen

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