Gator Bait Recipes

Steps:

• Fill a cast-iron pot halfway with oil and heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees F.
• Add the pork belly to the oil and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown and the skins begin to float, crack and pop, about 1 hour. Drain on a sheet tray lined with paper towel and allow to cool for 30 minutes.
• Again, heat the oil to 350 degrees F and fry a second time, stirring occasionally, until the cracklings are crisp and golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain on a sheet tray lined with paper towel. Sprinkle liberally with Cajun seasoning.
• Allow to cool slightly and serve.

Steps:

• Brown the ground beef and sausage in a 400° skillet, stirring until crumbly; drain well.
• Add the cheese.
• Heat until the cheese melts, stirring frequently.
• Sprinkle with the onion salt and Worcestershire sauce.
• Spread on the bread to serve.
• For OAMC: freeze in a single layer on a cookie sheet at this point.
• Once frozen, include in a Ziploc bag or container.
• To Reheat: place Gator Baits on a cookie sheet and place in a 375° oven until hot -- about 30 minutes.