armadillo eggs

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Laura Davis
Rusk, TX

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

(1 rating)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 40 Min

Ingredients For armadillo eggs

  • 2 jar
    (16 ounces each) whole pickled jalapeno peppers
  • 1 lb
    pork sausage
  • 4 c
    shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 1/2 c
    biscuit/baking mix
  • 3
    eggs, slightly beaten
  • 2 pkg
    pork flavored shake and bake

How To Make armadillo eggs

  • 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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