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Grilled Chicken Wings with Seasoned Buffalo Sauce
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By janicecraig
Grilled chicken wings are another thing entirely from their deep-fried cousins
- SAUCE:
- 3 pounds chicken wings, tips separated and reserved for stock
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for grill
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Frank's Red Hot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce (or similar brand)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 3/4 teaspoon sugar
The Very Best Homemade Beef Jerky
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By Tabatha
Makes a beef jerky using your standard oven
- 4 pounds round steak cut into strips no thicker than 1/4 inch (if you freeze the steak a few minutes beforehand, slicing is much easier)
- 4 tablespoons onion powder
- 1 1/3 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 1/3 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 pinches sea salt
- 1 teaspoon dry Italian-style salad dressing mix
- 1 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Homemade Beef Jerky
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By Tabatha
A perfect marinade is what makes this beef jerky so good! Preparation is a breeze, the hard part is waiting for the...
- Homemade Beef Jerky
- 4 pounds London broil beef or 4 pounds flank steaks
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, more if you like it hot
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 cup Frank's red hot sauce
Anne Burrell's Excellent Meatballs
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By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
These are incredibly delicious meatballs
- MEATBALLS:
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, 1/4-inch dice
- Salt, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed and chopped
- Pinch crushed red pepper
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound ground veal
- 1/2 pound ground pork
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated Parmigiano
- 1/4 cup fresh Italian parsley leaves, chopped finely
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup water
- MARINARA SAUCE:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 pound pancetta, diced
- 2 large Spanish onions, cut into 1/4-inch dice
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 4 large garlic cloves, smashed and chopped
- 4 (28-ounce) cans Italian plum San Marzano tomatoes
Auntie Vila's Keke Pua'a (Samoan Steamed Pork Buns)
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By á-39535
Kek pua'a is a Samoan version of bao, which you can sometimes find in Chinese restaurants
- FILLING:
- 2 small pork chops, minced
- 1/2 onion
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- DOUGH:
- 1 tablespoon yeast
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
Kelly's Baked Beans with Bacon & Hamburger
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By angelagwalter
Easy and filling baked beans with hamburger and bacon make a great meal that you can prepare ahead and quick to put...
- 1/2 pound hamburger
- 1/2 pound bacon or more if you like bacon like I do
- 1 chopped onion
- 1 can drained dark red kidney beans
- 1 can drained butter beans
- 1 tall can bushes baked beans
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard
Jalapeño Cream Cheese Cocktail Meatballs
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By carvalhohm
Jalapeño Cream Cheese Cocktail Meatballs are a good starter for your next holiday or game day party
- MEATBALLS:
- 1-pound 80 to 85% lean ground beef
- 1 (8-ounce) tub of Philadelphia Jalapeño Cream Cheese Spread, brought to room temperature, or 1 (8-ounce) package of creams cheese plus 1 (4-ounce) can diced jalapeños, drained
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- 4 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 2 tablespoons onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground chile powder
- 1 teaspoon Mexican dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- RANCH DRESSING:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise, plus more to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream, plus more to taste
- 3/4 cup buttermilk, plus more to taste
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus more to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped, plus more to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed, plus more to taste
- coarse salt and fresh black pepper to taste
Salami & Cream Cheese Roll Ups
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By á-164901
These pinwheels are easy to make in advance for a party and with only 3 ingredients, they're a very simple option f...
- 1 pound cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 pound thin sliced salami
- 1 green pepper, thinly sliced
Pressure Cooker BBQ Beef Tips
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By Renna
BBQ beef tips can be served over mashed potatoes or rice, or served with toothpicks as a hearty appetizer
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound sirloin steak, cubed
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hawaiian Ham Roll Sliders
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By Pagingdrstarling
These delicious Hawaiian Ham Roll Sliders are great for a picnic, a party, a main dish or just a snack
- 1 package Hawaiian sweet dinner rolls
- 1 onion, minced or grated
- 1 stick butter
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 3 teaspoons poppy seeds
- 1 package deli sandwich ham
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
Bacon Spinach Cheese Ball
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By á-26060
This isn't your normal basic cheese ball! Bacon Spinach Cheese Ball is sure to be a hit at your next party, if you ...
- 6 slices bacon
- 6 ounces fresh spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup onion, finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 (8 ounce) block of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Pulled Pork Nachos
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By á-29965
Check out this recipe that will be a real treat on game day or whenever you are in need of a delicious appetizer
- 4 ounces tortilla chips, about 4 cups
- 1 can (9.75-ounces) Swanson® Premium Pulled Pork in Barbecue Sauce, undrained
- 1 medium tomato, diced, about 1 cup
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeño pepper slices, drained
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese, 4 ounces
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