Are you prepared to surrender to a dish that promises to ignite your senses and seduce your palate? Allow me to introduce you to a tantalizing creation that will enrapture your taste buds: Chicken and Sausage Casserole.
This decadent casserole is the epitome of culinary allure, beckoning you with its succulent chicken, tantalizing sausage, and a symphony of aromatic spices. It’s a hearty and comforting casserole; the epitome of home-cooked goodness, perfect for gatherings with friends. With every spoonful, you'll be enveloped in a whirlwind of flavors that dance across your tongue, leaving you utterly captivated.
So, grab your apron and preheat your oven, because we're about to embark on a culinary adventure that's as delicious as it is satisfying. Prepare to succumb to temptation as we embark on a culinary escapade unlike any other. Get ready to tantalize your senses and awaken your inner epicurean with this sensuous Chicken and Sausage Casserole recipe.
Ingredients
1 Turkey sausage (I like Hillshire Farm, but your choice)
2 Medium size boneless chicken breast
1 package of wide egg noodles
1 package of mixed veggies (or the veggie of your choice)
2 ½ cups shredded cheese
½ cup of milk
4 tablespoons of butter
Pinches of salt, pepper, sage, rosemary, crush red peppers,
lemon thyme
Instructions
1 Cut up the turkey sausage and chicken breast into bite-sized
cubes, then cook in a skillet with butter/oil, and seasoning to taste. Stir frequently
2 As the meat is cooking, boil noodles with added salt or oil,
for 10 minutes
3 Boil veggies till warm
4 Once the meat is finished place in mixing bowl with milk,
cheese, noodles, butter and spices to taste
5 Mix thoroughly, put into a baking pan, sprinkle more cheese to
taste
6 Bake for 15-20 min
Yields 8-12 Servings
Excerpt
As he drove up and pulled into his spot he noticed Nene getting out of her car with two arms full of groceries. Doug parked his car, and quickly got out to help.
“Hey Nene, do you need some help?”
“Heeyyy Doug, of course I could use a hand,” she replied as he grabbed a bag that was slipping out her hand. “Thanks so much! These groceries are a mess, but I gotta feed these kids. And while I’m here gettin’ these groceries, the kids ain’t never around to help!” As she chuckled, Doug nodded. He’d passed Nene a few days back and met her briefly, but this was their first real interaction.
“Yeah, that’s the thing about kids, I get that. But you gotta be glad you had ‘em right?”
“Well I guess Doug, I have second thoughts from time to time,” she said as she laughed again.
“Hey Doug, I noticed you working on that house next door, and was wondering are you fixing it up, or are you moving in?” They both gathered their grip on their respective groceries and paused. Doug shifted around a bit.
“Uh...well, you know Nene, since you like asked and all, I’m pretty much doing both. I bought the property, and it needed a bit of work so I’m working on it too.”
“Ohhh, ok, ok Dougie, I see you, I see you. Well since I got this moment with you, if you don’t mind me askin’ and all,” she started while looking up at him, “what you going to do with all that space? I’ve been here seven years, and all these houses are the same. They’re all three bedrooms. And from what I’ve noticed, it don’t seem like you have any family. Am I correct in that?” She motioned her torso in a shy but sultry fashion. Doug felt slightly warm; the sun was out, but that was not the origin of his temperature rise. He looked her up and down faintly, and noticed her nicely painted toes poking out from her sandals, her shape, void of hips, but trim waistline, her full bosom, and long pink nails contrasting her beautiful dark skin. Doug glanced deeply at her face, and focused on her provocative brown eyes.
“Well Nene,” he stuttered, “since you asked, I’m sing–...I mean I have two girls. And yeah, I’m single, I mean I’m a single dad,” he replied, mopping his answer up at the end.
“OK!” she exclaimed, making space and walking toward the door. “I wasn’t trying to get all in your business, but we’re neighbors you know. So I just wanted to let you know, if you ever needed a cup of sugar or some flour or something like that, I’m here. Right next door, I’m your neighbor.” Doug helped her to the door, and handed her the load of groceries he held.
“I got you Nene, I got you. But let me ask you something?” She nodded in acceptance to his question. “How do you know I can cook?” She smiled and gazed at him.
“Well, any man who is single, appears to be responsible, is a homeowner, and has a smile like yours…I’m just betting you can. Sooo, if you need a little sugar to make something sweet, I’m the neighbor lady you should call on. I’m only a few feet away.”
“Ok,” Doug replied, smiling at her, “If I’m ever in need of some sugar, you’ll be the first neighbor I’ll call.” Doug backed off her doorstep and started to walk away. He looked back to see Nene gripping her finger in her mouth eyeing him. She quickly waved, and Doug waved back, smiling.
Single dad…single, I’m single, thought Doug as he walked the pathway to his house. I’m single, I don’t need permission to talk to my neighbors. I’m single. No one will say anything about how you handle your life; you don’t have a woman right now. You’re single. Be ok with that.
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