Sweet Pepper and Andouille Sausage Stuffing

Melt olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium to high heat. Add green bell peppers, celery, and onions, and cook until light brown (10 minutes). Add andouille smoked sausage and cook until meat is browned, stirring often (5 minutes). Stir in butter, garlic, and Tabasco hot sauce. Reduce heat and add chicken stock, bringing it to a simmer (10 minutes). Stir in bread crumbs and remove from heat. Stir in sweet peppers. Stuff loosely in turkey cavity. Remember to add to overall cooking time when you stuff a turkey. Option: Instead of using this recipe as a stuffing, put the mixture into an ungreased 8X8 baking dish. Bake uncovered at 425 for 45 minutes, until top is browned. This recipe makes enough to stuff a 10 - 12 lb. Turkey.