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["Combine the pork, pork fat, Essence, paprika, garlic, black pepper, salt, file, chili powder, red pepper, and cumin in a large bowl and mix well.", "Pass through a food grinder fitted with a coarse die.", "(Alternately, transfer in 2 batches to a food processor and process until finely ground.)", "Transfer to a large bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight.", "To test the seasoning, heat 1 teaspoon oil in a small skillet, and cook about 2 teaspoons of the mixture.", "Adjust seasoning, to taste.", "Using the sausage attachment on a mixer, stuff the meat into the casings, if being used.", "Twist and tie off to make 4-inch sausages.", "Alternately, shape into patties.", "Preheat a home smoker to 250 degrees F. Smoke the sausage for 1 1/2 hours.", "Remove from the smoker and use as desired.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"
