We Demand S’more!
Warm, gooey, crunchy s’mores are staples of camping trips and backyard BBQs stretching decades. Early recipes of the campfire treat first appeared in Boy and Girl Scout publications in the 1920s. Over time the unique blend of flavors has been incorporated into everything from pop tarts, ice cream, craft beer, even English muffins! Today, classic s’mores are having a bit of a pop-culture moment, spurred on by a renewed interest in getting outdoors. The combination of toasted marshmallow and chocolate smooshed between graham crackers is cherished not only for its simplicity but as a national comfort food designed to get[...]
The Legend of Andycorn aka Eloté (Mexican Street Corn)
I first prepared eloté for my buddies at my bachelor party five years ago. One of my groomsmen had never had it before and loved it, but he couldn’t remember the name. A few weeks later, I got a text asking for the directions to make “Andycorn,” and the legend was born. […]
5 Grill-Friendly Recipes That Will Leave You Drooling
The beginning of the outdoor living season is officially upon us. You know what that means: it’s time to grill. A big part of the joy of outdoor living is preparing meals and dining al fresco. But you don’t need a complicated outdoor kitchen setup to pull off mouthwatering concoctions on your deck. All you need is a grill and an appetite. […]
Beer Battered Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Ingredients Buttermilk Soak 3 c. buttermilk 2 tbsp. kosher salt 1 tbsp. black pepper 2 tsp. cayenne pepper 4 lbs. medium chicken wings, thighs & drumsticks Beer Batter 2 c. all-purpose flour 2 tsp. onion powder 2 tsp. garlic powder 2 tsp. cayenne pepper 2 tsp. kosher salt 2 tsp. black pepper 2 ¼ c. lager or pilsner beer Directions In large bowl mix buttermilk, salt, black pepper and cayenne. Add chicken, turning to coat. Refrigerate 4 hours. In large bowl whisk flour, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, salt and black pepper. Whisk in beer, make thin batter. Drain chicken,[...]
Crispy Cauliflower “Wings” from Woody’s Wood Fired Pizza
Steve loved cauliflower “wings” from Woody’s Wood Fired Pizza so much that we talked them into giving us the recipe! Breading Mix Start with equal parts cornmeal and either wheat or rice flour (gluten free). Add salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper to taste. Mix evenly and set aside. Prep You can start with cauliflower florets or cut a whole head into bite-size pieces. Place the pieces in a mixing bowl and add enough buttermilk to coat the cauliflower, but not pool at the bottom. Once the cauliflower is coated in buttermilk, continue tossing and sprinkle with[...]
