Elkins Dental - November 2021

BAKED CORNBREAD AND CHORIZO STUFFING

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• 1 lb Mexican chorizo • 1 white onion, chopped • 1 carrot, chopped • 1 celery rib, cho ped • 3 garlic cloves, chopped • 2 cups premade cornbread, crumbled

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3. While stirring, slowly add the chicken stock. Stir until absorbed. 4. Butter a small casserole dish, then add the stuffing in an even layer. Bake for 20 minutes, garnish as desired, and serve!

1. Preheat your oven to 350 F. 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo for 5 minut s. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook f r 10 additional minutes. Stir in the cornbread and cilantro. JOKES DAD What’s that Nevada city where all the dentists visit? Floss Vegas

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