Boxcar-Style Smoked Sausage and Boudin Platter
A savory platter featuring smoky, spicy sausages and rich boudin inspired by Longview BBQ traditions. This bbq & smoked-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs pound smoked sausage links, pound boudin sausage, yellow mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage links
- 1 pound boudin sausage
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup, sliced pickled jalapeños
- 8 slices white bread slices
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat (about 350°F). Grill 1 pound smoked sausage links for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and heated through.
- Step 2: Slice 1 pound boudin sausage into 1-inch pieces and place in a steamer basket over boiling water. Steam for 10 minutes until hot throughout.
- Step 3: Spread 2 tablespoons butter evenly on 8 slices of white bread. Grill the bread slices on the grill pan for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Step 4: Arrange the grilled sausages, steamed boudin pieces, grilled bread slices, 1/4 cup yellow mustard, and 1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapeños on a serving platter for guests to assemble their own sandwiches or enjoy as a platter.
- Step 5: Serve warm and enjoy the smoky, spicy flavors with the tangy mustard and jalapeños.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Boxcar-Style Smoked Sausage and Boudin Platter take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Boxcar-Style Smoked Sausage and Boudin Platter?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pound smoked sausage links from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Boxcar-Style Smoked Sausage and Boudin Platter?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Boxcar-Style Smoked Sausage and Boudin Platter for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Boxcar-Style Smoked Sausage and Boudin Platter?
BBQ & Smoked pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
