Helen's Sausage Stuffed French Bread

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2 (15-inch-long) French baguettes

1 pound bulk breakfast sausage

2 tablespoons chopped jalapenos

1 cup chopped green bell peppers

1/4 cup chopped green onions (green and white parts)

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature

8 ounces sour cream

8 ounces grated sharp Cheddar

1 teaspoon Emeril's Original Essence, recipe follows

Chopped fresh parsley leaves, for garnish

Corn or tortilla chips, for dipping, optional

Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning (also referred to as Bayou Blast):

2 1/2 tablespoons paprika

2 tablespoons salt

2 tablespoons garlic powder

1 tablespoon black pepper

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon dried thyme