Texas Pete® Hush Puppies W/ Cheddar Cheese & Bacon

Name: Texas Pete® Hush Puppies W/ Cheddar Cheese & Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Texas Pete Hot Sauce; 1 cup Green Mountain Gringo Medium Salsa, drained, pulsed in food processor; 3 cups peanut, grape seed or canola oil for frying; 1 1/4 cups white cornmeal; 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 egg, beaten; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1 cup cheddar cheese, thick shred; 1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons Texas Pete Hot Sauce
1 cup Green Mountain Gringo Medium Salsa, drained, pulsed in food processor
3 cups peanut, grape seed or canola oil for frying
1 1/4 cups white cornmeal
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 cup cheddar cheese, thick shred
1/2 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled

1
Preheat fryer to 350 degrees or pour 4 inches of oil into a deep, heavy pot. Clip a candy thermometer on the side of the pot and bring to 350 degrees over medium-high heat.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, salt, pepper and baking powder. Set aside.
3
In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, garlic, Texas Pete(R) Hot Sauce and Green Mountain Gringo(R) Medium Salsa. Pour wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just mixed.
4
Add cheese and bacon. Mix until just combined.
5
Using 2 tablespoons or a #30 scoop, carefully drop balls of batter into fryer. Fry for about 4 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
6
Transfer to paper towel lined sheet tray and sprinkle with kosher salt to taste. Serve immediately.

2433

kcal

Calories

251

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons Texas Pete Hot Sauce, 1 cup Green Mountain Gringo Medium Salsa, drained, pulsed in food processor, 3 cups peanut, grape seed or canola oil for frying, 1 1/4 cups white cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Texas Pete® Hush Puppies W/ Cheddar Cheese & Bacon falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!