…from the Perspectives’ KitchenHow you doin’? I always compare Buffalo Wings to those I first had at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, NY. If you love Buffalo Wings as much as I do but hate to fry food at home, here are the secrets to making extra-crispy baked (not fried) Buffalo Wings. The Buffalo wings you order at your favorite restaurant are usually deep-fried in oil. At home, I’m more likely to use the oven when making Buffalo wings. Luckily, I’ve got a secret or two for making spicy, saucy wings with an audibly crackly crunch. To make it my way you will need: Aluminum-free baking powder: This facilitates browning and absorbs much of the moisture on the wings’ surface. When that moisture evaporates in the oven, a textured surface remains, giving the crispy crunch we’re aiming for. Just remember baking powder and baking soda are not the same thing. Using baking soda in this recipe will give your Buffalo wings a metallic aftertaste (as can using baking powder that is not aluminum-free). Double check the label before you begin. Refrigerate overnight to dry wings: Refrigerate the wings uncovered to dry out the skin way more than any amount of paper toweling ever could. Eight hours or up to one day will give you the desired crackly skin, but even a four-hour drying time is better than nothing. Prep time: 15 to 20 minutes Hold/dry time: 8 hours or overnight Cook time: 40 to 50 minutes Yield: 6 to 8 servings Ingredients For the chicken: Cooking spray 3 pounds chicken wings, preferably party wings 1-3/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1-1/2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder (not baking soda) For the buffalo sauce and serving: 4 Tablespoons or 1/2 stick unsalted butter 1/3 cup Frank’s Original RedHot Sauce (not wing sauce) 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder For Serving: blue cheese dressing, ranch dressing, carrot and celery sticks Directions one day ahead
ChefSecret: The chicken wings can be tossed with kosher salt and baking powder, arranged on a wire rack, and refrigerated up to 1 day in advance before baking. The wings can be baked immediately after seasoning, or after 4 hours uncovered in the refrigerator, but the skin will not be as crispy. Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat leftovers in the upper third of a 400°F oven until heated through and the skin is crisp, about 10 minutes. Quip of the Day: A couple of people are opening a chicken wings restaurant called the “Right Wing Café”. They don’t actually sell any wings; they just complain about other wing places. ------------------------------------------- Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to ed@perspectives-la.com. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide. ------------------------------------------- To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, positive, stay well, stay safe and be kind. Take a breath and count your blessings, and if you have a little extra to share with others, please consider donating to Feeding America, Tunnel to Towers, Union Rescue Mission and/or American Red Cross. #Entree #Appetizer #ChickenWings #BuffaloWings #FranksOriginalHotSauce #Wings #OvenBakedWings #Dinner #2024Recipes #URM #T2T #FeedingAmerica #RedCross #PerspectivesTheConsultingGroup ©PERSPECTIVES/The Consulting Group, LLC, 2024
0 Comments
…from the Perspectives’ KitchenHow you doin’? It’s the Big Game weekend, you’ve got a crowd coming over for a watch party and you need a big bowl of something good to serve. How ‘bout a big pot of Texas Cowboy Stew? Not those Cowboys, obviously, though they do know how make perfect all-weather, all-sport entree. Texas Cowboy Stew is a hearty, filling meal you’ll be gobbling down on all winter long. My classic stew recipe is made extra satisfying with the addition of both ground beef (80/20) and kielbasa sausage and also uses several canned goods for added convenience. It’s spiced with a blend of chili powder, cumin, and black pepper for savory heat. After all, what would a ‘cowboy’ recipe be without a swift kick in the ass? Texas Cowboy stew is a robust, old-fashioned campfire stew. It is traditionally a tomato-based medley of meat, beans and potatoes cooked in a large pot over an open fire. It’s the type of dish that was born out of necessity, but also one that provides ample comfort after a long day of sitting in a saddle or that favorite spot on the couch. Luckily, we live with modern kitchen comforts, so you can swap the campfire for an Instant Pot or a Crock-Pot. Chili and stew recipes are merely suggestions. You have a ratio of meats and vegetables, and you can make it your own using whatever you have on hand. Swap in leeks for onions, fresh or frozen corn for canned or ground turkey for beef. You can even top it with shredded cheese for extra richness. It's quick and easy to make on the stovetop but tastes best when simmered all day in a crockpot or slow cooker. Serve with cornbread and a simple green salad. Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 1 hour 15 minutes Yield: 8-10 servings Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef (80/20) 2 pounds kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces 1 cup chopped red onion 3 tablespoons chopped garlic 2 cups water 1 16-ounce bottle beer 2 (15.2 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, with liquid 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, with liquid 2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes, drained 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes, with liquid 4 medium baking potatoes, peeled and diced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour flat leaf parsley for garnish Directions
ChefSecret: You can make this dish faster in an Instant Pot or slower in a Crock Pot. Quip of the Day: Q. Why do cowboys always ride horses? A. Because they’re far too heavy to carry! ------------------------------------------- Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to ed@perspectives-la.com. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide. ------------------------------------------- To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, positive, stay well, stay safe and be kind. Take a breath and count your blessings, and if you have a little extra to share with others, please consider donating to Feeding America, Tunnel to Towers, Union Rescue Mission and/or American Red Cross. #Entree #TexasCowboyStew #BigGameChili #Beef #Sausage #Beer #Dinner #2024Recipes #URM #T2T #FeedingAmerica #RedCross #PerspectivesTheConsultingGroup ©PERSPECTIVES/The Consulting Group, LLC, 2024 …from the Perspectives’ Happy Hour BarHow you doin’? Your team just scored a touchdown. It’s time to celebrate the big game with my touchdown punch. It's the bubbly victory all ‘49er fans are hoping for when we show up to the watch party. It pairs perfectly with all the amazing Super Bowl appetizers! Prep time: 10 minutes Yield: 10 servings Ingredients 1 liter bottle of Sprite 4 cups seltzer water 1 (750-ml.) bottle Prosecco 1 cup vodka 1/4 cup Blue Curaçao 1 fresh lemon, thinly sliced 3 cups clear ice Directions
ChefSecret: If you’re as positive as I am, consider substituting Brute Champagne for the Prosecco. Quip of the Day: Q. What do the San Francisco 49ers and Franklin Graham have in common? A. They both can make 70,000 people stand up and yell "Jesus Christ, Hallelujah!" ------------------------------------------ Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to ed@perspectives-la.com. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide. ------------------------------------------- To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, positive, stay well, stay safe and be kind. Take a breath and count your blessings, and if you have a little extra to share with others, please consider donating to Feeding America, Tunnel to Towers, Union Rescue Mission and/or American Red Cross. #Cocktail #49erTouchdownPunch #BlueCuracao #Prosecco #BigGame #Cheers #HappyHour #2024 #T2T #URM #FeedingAmerica #RedCross #PerspectivesTheConsultingGroup ©PERSPECTIVES/The Consulting Group, LLC, 2024 |
For over 4 decades collaboration and vision have been the cornerstones of our approach to developing innovative solutions. We fuel innovation, uncover opportunities, discover trends and embrace sustainability, turning imaginative ideas into profitable realities. Categories
All
Archives
May 2024
|