Tasty Tangy Creole Franks
This authentic creole preparation is flavor explosive. True to its origin and reflects French, Spanish, Portuguese,Italian, Native American and African influences.
Ingredients
| Olive oil | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Extra lean beef frankfurters | 1 Pound , cut into 1/2 inch pieces | |
| Low sodium tomato sauce | 1 Can (10 oz) | |
| Fresh corn kernels | 7 Ounce | |
| Instant minced onions | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Minced garlic cloves | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Sweet bell peppers | 3 Ounce (Red and green coloured) | |
| Worcestershire sauce | 2 Teaspoon | |
| Mixed herbs | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Salt & pepper | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Elbow macaroni | 1 Cup (16 tbs) | |
| Low fat shredded cheddar cheese | 1 Cup (16 tbs) | |
| Fresh lemon juice | 1 Teaspoon |
Directions
GETTING READY
1. Cut the low sodium, extra lean beef frankfurters into bite sized pieces.
2. Cook macaroni; drain and set aside.
PREPARATION
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet.
4. Stir fry the minced garlic and onion till raw taste disappears.
5. Add the cubed sausages; cook, stirring frequently, until brown, in about 5 minutes.
6. Next add tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, corn, mixed herbs and salt; bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Turn off flame and add the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
SERVING
9. Pour the sauce over the cooked macaroni; sprinkle grated cheese on top and serve hot.
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 385Calories from Fat 67
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7 g10.8%
Saturated Fat 1 g5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 142 mg5.92%
Total Carbohydrates 46 g15.3%
Dietary Fiber 8 g32%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 31 g62%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
