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February 8, 2012 by Jarrett
Another great way to prepare one of our all-time favorite snacks…
CARAMELIZED CHICKEN WINGS
Serves: 4 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 15 Minutes | Ready In: 75 Minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 lbs chicken wings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 cup honey
- 1 garlic clove , minced, to taste
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
PROCEDURE:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Place chicken in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the oil, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, salt and pepper and pour over the chicken.
- Bake at 375°F for one hour or until sauce is caramelized.
For a more substantial snack I have done this with chicken legs and on a buffet have even used bone-in, skin on, split breasts.
I think it is the sauce that gets you hooked !
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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February 7, 2012 by Jarrett
Here’s a healthy alternative to fried wings: one of my famous recipes! The meat will fall off the bone! Unbelievable!
BAKED BUFFALO WINGS
Serves: 8 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 15 Minutes | Ready In: < 1 Hour
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 lb chicken wings
- 4 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 3 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 cup louisiana hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon margarine
PROCEDURE:
- Fill a large pot half way with water and then add the first 4 ingredients.
- Bring water mixture and wings to a boil.
- Boil for 15 minutes
- Transfer wings to an oven safe container coated with cooking spray.
- Bake wings on “Broil” (high) for 15 minutes on each side.(For crispier wings, cook longer on each side, maybe 20 minutes per side).
- While waiting for wings, combine the Hot Sauce and Margarine in a microwave safe container and cook in microwave for 2 minutes or until melted. (You can cook the sauce longer for a thicker sauce).
- When wings are done, shake ‘em up with the sauce and enjoy!
Proof positive that wings do not have to be deep fried to be enjoyed.
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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February 3, 2012 by Jarrett
Here is a novel idea for that half-time snack!
TACO CUPCAKES
Serves: Makes 18 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 10 Minutes | Ready In: 30 Minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 36 wonton wrappers
- your favorite taco toppings – salsa, cheese, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, etc
PROCEDURE:
- Preheat oven to 375.
- Brown the meat in a skillet and drain off fat (I use a collander).
- Return the meat to the skillet; add the taco seasoning, water and black beans.
- Mix and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until water is absorbed.
- Spray 18 regular muffin pan cups with cooking spray.
- Place one wonton wrapper in each muffin cup.
- Divide half of the taco meat between muffin cups.
- Sprinkle half of the cheese over the cupcakes.
- Repeat layers – wonton, taco meat and cheese.
- Bake at 375 for 20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly.
Top with your favorite taco toppings. (salsa, cheese, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, etc)
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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February 3, 2012 by Jarrett
Here’s a “take-off” on a favorite appetizer, mate !
BLOOMIN’ ONION BREAD
Serves: 6-8 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 5 Minutes | Ready In: 30 Minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 unsliced loaf sourdough bread
- 12-16 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup finely diced green onion
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
PROCEDURE:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut the bread lengthwise and widthwise without cutting through the bottom crust. This can be a little tricky going the second way but the bread is very forgiving.
- Place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Insert cheese slices between cuts.
- Combine butter, onion, and poppy seeds.
- Drizzle over bread.
- Wrap in foil; place on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
- Unwrap the bread and bake 10 more minutes, or until cheese is melted.
We will consider this to be the “savory” edition of Monkey Bread !
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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February 2, 2012 by Jarrett
I am going to offer up some interesting dip recipes for the “Big Day”.
FETA & HERB DIP
Serves: 8-10 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 30 Minutes | Ready In: 30 Minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 15-ounce can white beans, rinsed
- 3/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
PROCEDURE:
- Place beans, yogurt, feta, lemon juice, garlic salt and pepper in a food processor and puree until smooth.
- Add herbs; puree until incorporated.
- Chill until ready to serve.
Lots of freshly chopped herbs add zing to our white bean dip. Serve with assorted vegetables, such as baby carrots, bell pepper strips, radishes, snow peas, broccoli and caulifower florets.
Enjoy the game!
Chef Phil
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February 1, 2012 by Jarrett
For those who favor the Southwestern flavor for their dips.
EASY CHEESY TOUCHDOWN DIP
Serves: 8 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 15 Minutes | Ready In: 45 Minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- One (16 ounce) can refried beans
- 1 (8 ounce) package Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 3 tablespoon cilantro, diced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 cup roasted green chiles, fresh or canned
- 2 Tablespoons canola oil
- 1/2 purple onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 red pepper, diced
PROCEDURE:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Open beans and empty into a baking dish.
- Stir in shredded cheese, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, lime juice, salt and chiles.
- Sauté onion, garlic and red pepper in canola oil until soft.
- Add sautéed mixture to the beans.
- Mix well.
- Pour mixture into a baking dish.
- Cover with reserved cheese and bake for about 15 to 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling.
Garnish with cilantro and serve with tortilla chips and frosty margaritas. Cheers!
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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January 19, 2012 by Jarrett
Not a quiche, but just as tasty for the brunch on Super Bowl Sunday.
ASPARAGUS & BOK-CHOY FRITTATA
Serves: 4 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 10 min | Ready In: 35 Minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 3 scallions including green tops, sliced thin
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 small head bok choy (about 3/4 pound), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3/4 pound asparagus, tough ends snapped off and discarded, spears cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 9 eggs, beaten to mix
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
PROCEDURE:
TO PREPARE VEGETABLES:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
- In a medium cast-iron or ovenproof nonstick frying pan, heat the cooking oil over moderate heat.
- Add the scallions, ginger, and garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the bok choy and cook, stirring, until the leaves wilt, about 2 minutes.
- Add the asparagus and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are almost tender, about 3 minutes more.
TO PREPARE FRITTATA:
- Evenly distribute the vegetables in the pan and then add the eggs, pepper, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Cook the frittata, without stirring, until the edges start to set, about 2 minutes.
- Put the frittata in the oven and bake until firm, about 25 minutes.
- Drizzle the sesame oil over the top.
When making an Italian frittata, don’t limit yourself to traditional ingredients. The Asian flavors that fill this version offer a real change of pace. Cook the eggs on top of the stove or in the oven; but be sure to use moderate heat so they don’t turn rubbery.
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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January 11, 2012 by Jarrett
Always a hit at any get together!
7 LAYER TACO DIP
Serves: 8 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 15 Minutes | Ready In: 25 Minutes
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 (1 pound) package breakfast sausage (I use medium/hot)
- 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
- 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
- 1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped
- 1(11 ounce) jar salsa
- tortilla chips
PROCEDURE:
- In large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook sausage until browned.
- Stir in beans, chilies and taco seasoning mix.
- Spread sausage mix into 7 x 11 serving dish.
- Top with sour cream then salsa.
- Sprinkle olives, tomato and onion on top.
- Cover with cheese.
- Serve immediately with chips.
Sausage adds a unique twist to the classic Mexican-style 7-layer dip.
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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January 3, 2012 by Jarrett
It is a good thing these are fast and easy because you may have to re-load for halftime.
SAUSAGE BALLS
Serves: Makes 30 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 15 Min. | Ready In: 30 Min.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 pound ground pork sausage (I use Jimmy Deans Sage)
- 2 cups biscuit baking mix
- 1 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
PROCEDURE:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
- In a large bowl, combine sausage, biscuit baking mix and cheese.
- Form into walnut size balls and place on baking sheets.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown and sausage is cooked through.
I serve mine with a bottled Honey Mustard dressing or a quick mix of mayonnaise and curry powder.
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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January 3, 2012 by Jarrett
When planning the menu for the ever important Super Bowl party you need a good mix of sweet and savory fare. This gets my vote for sweet every year.
MONKEY BREAD
Serves: 12-15 | Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) | Prep Time: 15 Min. | Ready In: 1 Hour
INGREDIENTS:
- 3 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins
PROCEDURE:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
- Grease one 9 or 10 inch tube/Bundt pan.
- Mix white sugar and cinnamon in a plastic bag.
- Cut biscuits into quarters.
- Shake 6 to 8 biscuit pieces in the sugar cinnamon mix.
- Arrange pieces in the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Continue until all biscuits are coated and placed in pan.
- If using nuts and raisins, arrange them in and among the biscuit pieces as you go along.
- In a small saucepan, melt the margarine with the brown sugar over medium heat.
- Boil for 1 minute.
- Pour over the biscuits.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 35 minutes.
- Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a plate. Do not cut !
If you ever wondered how it gets it’s name…..just stand back and watch the people eat it! For an added Superbowl flair try this recipe in our Stadium Shaped Bundt Pan.
Enjoy,
Chef Phil
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