Nicey Spicey Recipe
A spicy jalapeno sauce base with house smoked sausage and onions plus cool ricotta cheese.
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Ingredients
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Sauce
Sausage
Ricotta
Method
Make the Sauce
Prepare the Jalapeno Sauce
In a blender, combine the jalapeno peppers (stems removed), garlic cloves, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
Cook the Sauce
Transfer the blended sauce to a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Prepare the Sausage
Cook the Sausage and Onion
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Slice the house smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces and add to the skillet. Slice the onion and add it to the skillet as well. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is browned and onions are soft.
Prepare the Ricotta
Mix the Ricotta
In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, fresh basil (chopped), and salt. Stir until well combined.
Assemble the Dish
Serve
Spoon the spicy sausage and jalapeno mixture onto plates. Top with a generous dollop of the ricotta mixture. Serve warm.