Tuesday 7 February 2012

How to Make Boneless Chicken Wings & Some Wing Sauces



You may be wondering how to make boneless chicken wings. Luckily boneless chicken wings are very easy to make and the truth is, there is really no such thing as a boneless chicken wing. Boneless chicken wings are simply breaded pieces of chicken breast. Popular chains like Buffalo Wild Wings have made these extremely popular. What I like about boneless wings instead of your normal chicken wing is that they are far less messy. They are very easy to eat with a fork and you don’t have to worry about bones. In this article I explain how to make a crispy breaded that can be used for all of the sauces, also introduce recipes for 5 of my favorite wing sauces. These sauces include buffalo, honey BBQ, Parmesan garlic, Asian, and Caribbean jerk. Fans of a lot of spice are sure to enjoy the buffalo, Asian, and Caribbean jerk sauces.

Chili Con Queso


Chili con queso is a popular Tex-Mex appetizer. It originated in Texas and has become popular across the United States. Chili con queso is basically cheese melted with peppers. It is meant to be served warm and It is eaten with tortilla chips. What I like about this recipe is that it uses a lot of fresh ingredients like tomatoes, peppers and cilantro. This appetizer could be cooking using numerous methods. You could cook it in the microwave, on the stove top, or in the slow cooker. I chose the slow cooker method because it is easy to keep warm. A lot of the ingredients in this recipe can be adjusted to your taste. For example, if you want more spice, add more jalapeno peppers than 3. This is a perfect recipe for Game Day! Enjoy.

Reuben Dip


It’s amazing some of the things you can make a dip out of, as is the case with this Reuben dip. This dip combines your favorite ingredients from a Reuben Sandwich in a dip form.  Basically if you enjoy Reuben sandwiches you are sure to like this dip. This is something totally different and delicious for a snack or for your Super Bowl or Play-off parties. This dip goes great served with wheat cracker or small pieces of rye bread. Enjoy.

How to Make Guacamole


If you are wondering how to make guacamole, this tutorial is perfect for you. Guacamole makes a great dip, and goes well with just about any Mexican dish. At times I will like to eat my guacamole with tortilla chips, but I also frequently put it on tacos and hamburgers. There is nothing complicated about making guacamole, it basically consists of mashing together avocados with various spices. This is the perfect dip to prepare for the Play-offs and the upcoming Super Bowl. Enjoy.

Nachos Grande


If you’re looking for the perfect appetizer Nachos Grande might be right for you. Nachos Grande is refried beans, a seasoned beef mixture, cheese, jalapenos and green onions on top of tortilla chips. You can also add additional toppings such as lettuce, black olives, tomato, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole. The nachos are first layered and then baked in the oven until the cheese has melted. If you don’t have the various seasonings, ½ of a package of taco seasoning will work instead. Enjoy.

Jalapeno Poppers


These jalapeno poppers make a great appetizer for parties. They are basically stuffed jalapeno peppers that are breaded and fried. The filling ingredients include cream cheese, cheddar cheese and bacon bits. You can adjust the amount of bacon bits to your taste. When you are slicing and seeding the peppers it might be a good idea to wear rubber gloves because they can burn your hands if you are not careful. This recipe can easily be double for tripled if you want to make a batch for a large group of people. Enjoy.

Chili Cheese Fries


If you want a simple but delicious appetizer chili cheese fries are exactly what you’re looking for. Just as the name says, chili cheese fries are fries topped with chili and shredded cheese. Garnishing with green onions adds a really nice flavor into the mix. To save the most time and effort, using canned chili will work the best. If you want to save even more time, a lot of this can be done in the microwave. Enjoy.

Spicy Garlic Wings


For hot wing lovers this recipe is nearly perfect. For making these wings used the method of broiling them instead of frying. In this method the wings are first parboiled, and then placed into the oven under the broiler for about 15 minutes per side. This leaves the wings with a nice crispy skin and they are very tender on the inside. The spicy garlic sauce packs a good amount of heat. It gets its kick from franks red hot and cayenne pepper.These wings are perfect for your Super bowl party.

Chili Cheese Dogs


Chili cheese dogs are one of the best quick and easy meals you can make. They are perfect for parties or just for a simple dinner. This recipe includes a delicious chili sauce that goes great on these hot dogs. It will also go perfect on Chili Cheese Fries. You can make the sauce ahead of time because it freezes well and can be used at any time.What really makes the sauce stand out is the cinnamon. Cinnamon really adds a great flavor to this chili sauce. Forget using canned chili for your chili cheese dogs when you have this recipe. Enjoy.

Shrimp Quesadillas

In this particular recipe, the shrimp are marinated in a mixture of lime juice and various spices. These quesadillas can be pretty spicy and you can adjust the seasonings to change the level of heat. Most of the heat comes from cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, and hot paprika. You can add more or less to meet your tastes.

White Cheddar Chicken Pasta


White cheddar chicken pasta is a dish that will probably end up among your favorites.The chicken is seasoned with dry mustard, thyme, and salt and pepper for an all around great flavor. The best part which is the sauce combines ingredients such as white cheddar cheese, wine, milk, and garlic. There are additional seasonings added to the sauce for even more flavor. There is even a little bit of red pepper flakes to add a nice kick to this recipe. Enjoy.

Cajun Chicken Pasta


There are so many good chicken pasta dishes out there but this recipe for Cajun chicken pasta is definitely one of the best! Cajun chicken pasta is Cajun seasoned chicken tossed with a cream sauce and linguini. The highlight of this recipe is the cream sauce, this well seasoned alfredo style sauce is nothing short of amazing. The good news is, you probably have a lot of the ingredients for this recipe on hand.For the chicken, you can season the breasts, fry them whole and then slice them instead if you choose. This chicken pasta dish is sure to please almost everyone. Enjoy.

Chicken Taquitos


Homemade chicken taquitos can be a lot of work, but it is well worth it. These taquitos use a seasoned shredded chicken mixture for the filling, along with Monterey jack cheese.When using corn tortillas make sure that you warm them up in the microwave in small batches as you need them. Also, make sure you roll them up while they are still warm, otherwise they will tear apart.  You can use flour tortillas instead of corn if you wish, these should be a lot easier to work with. Also, as always be careful when working with hot oil. If you don’t want to make taquitos, the shredded chicken from this recipe will make a great taco or burrito filling as well. Enjoy.

Blackened Salmon


If you enjoy spicy and well seasoned salmon fillets this recipe for blackened salmon is perfect for you. This recipe uses numerous spices to create a nearly perfect seasoning. There is also a good chance that you already have all of these spices on hand. Just as the name says, the fillets are dipped in butter, well seasoned and then fried in the pan until blackened. What’s also great about this recipe is how easy and fast it is to prepare. You can have this on the table in just a few minutes. Enjoy.

Sesame Shrimp


Sesame shrimp is one of the easiest Chinese dishes you can make. There are very few ingredients to this recipe and the end result is fantastic. This is the perfect recipe for someone that has just begun to start cooking. Stir fry vegetables can be added to this dish as well if you choose. The shrimp are first marinated and then stir fried in a wok or fry pan. This dish gets a lot of its flavor from sesame oil, a necessary ingredient in this recipe. Serve with cooked white rice. Enjoy.

Italian Spaghetti


Italian spaghetti is the most popular type of spaghetti there is. This particular spaghetti recipe offers a delicious meat sauce. The sauce is seasoned with various Italian seasonings such as oregano, garlic and basil. You can make adjustments to this recipe if you desire. For example, you could leave out the mushrooms or add more garlic.You will want to simmer the sauce for at least a 1 hour and 30 minutes. The longer the simmer the better the sauce will taste. This sauce freezes extremely well. Enjoy.

French Bread Pizza


French bread pizza is one of the easiest types of pizza you can make. The crust itself is sliced French bread, so you don’t have to spend a lot of time making the dough. If you are looking for an extremely quick and easy dinner, this is perfect. The pizza toppings include cheese, pepperoni, and mushrooms but you can add whatever you want. Items such as green pepper, black olives, bacon and cooked sausage would go great on this pizza. Enjoy.

Shredded Chicken Tacos


 Shredding the chicken takes a little work but its well worth it. The chicken is simmered in a tomato based sauce and then shredded and tossed with the sauce. A lot of the flavor in this recipe comes from seasonings such as chili powder, garlic, cumin and oregano. You can add whatever toppings you choose to these tacos. . Enjoy.

Crab Salad Sandwich


Crab salad sandwiches are a simple yet delicious way to prepare a nice lunch or dinner. If you are short on time and want to put something together quickly, this recipe is perfect. Yes, it does use imitation crab meat but if you prefer, you can use real crab. These sandwiches are a simple combination of imitation crab, mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, and green onion. You can add additional seasonings such as season salt, and maybe top them with some cheese if you choose. Enjoy.

Chicken Caesar Pitas


You can stuff pita pockets with all sorts of different ingredients but stuffing them with Caesar salad is certainly among the best. There is really not much to this recipe but a few simple steps. The only part that takes a little work is seasoning and grilling the chicken, as well as cooking the bacon. You can use bottled Caesar dressing or even make your own. If you’re feeling adventurous, give the dressing from my Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe a try. The original recipe calls for croutons. It is totally up to you if you wish to add them or not. This can also work with leftover chicken if you don’t care about the seasonings. Enjoy.

How to Make Sausage Gravy


If you have ever wanted to know how to make sausage gravy this recipe is perfect for you. Sausage gravy is basically a combination of milk, butter, and flour with pieces of sausage in it. Sausage gravy originated in the South and has become very popular. This gravy is typically served over biscuits but it goes great on eggs or toast as well. It is always a great treat for breakfast. For the type of sausage, you can use just plain pork sausage, maple flavored sausage or really any flavored sausage you might enjoy. If you want to add a little heat, the addition of a little hot sauce or red pepper flakes spices up this gravy nicely. Enjoy.

How to Make Scrambled Eggs


A good breakfast can never be complete without scrambled eggs. Making scrambled eggs might seem rather obvious to some, but this is a slightly different take on making scrambled eggs. If you are wondering how to make delicious scrambled eggs, you will want to give this a try. By adding a few simple ingredients such a milk and baking powder, your scrambled eggs can turn out fluffy and nearly perfect. Adding the shredded cheese is totally optional. Enjoy.

Turkey Pot Pie


Turkey pot pie is an excellent way to use up leftover turkey. If you have ever made pot pie before you know it takes a little work but the end result is amazing. This pot pie combines cooked turkey with a nice sauce and vegetables such as carrots, peas, and celery. If you don’t want to use turkey, you can use chicken instead. This is a recipe that is sure to please almost anyone. Enjoy.

Garlic Shrimp Pasta


This holds true with this recipe for garlic shrimp pasta. You can never go wrong with the combination of shrimp and pasta and this dish doesn’t disappoint. The shrimp are sautéed in butter and garlic, and then mixed with noodles, oil, and various seasonings.  A lot of the seasonings in this recipe can be added to your taste. This is a quick, easy and delicious recipe. Enjoy.

Chinese Spicy Chicken


This is just like the Spicy chicken that can be found at your favorite Chinese restaurant. It is the latest recipe to be added to my collection. This Chinese dish is sure to please fans of both sweet and spicy food. The chicken gets a nice crispiness from a light coating of cornstarch and the sauce is one of the best around. The sauce is soy sauce, rice wine, brown sugar, and rice wine vinegar mixed. Rice wine and rice wine vinegar is not the same thing. If you cannot find rice wine, any white wine will work in its place. This recipe calls for deep frying but you can fry in the pan instead if you choose. Serve with white rice. If you want extra sauce for the rice, you can double or triple the sauce ingredients.  Enjoy.

Breakfast Tacos



Tacos are great for dinner so why not make them for breakfast? These breakfast tacos are perfect if you want to spice things up for breakfast. The best part is, they are extremely easy to make, and fans of Mexican food will love them. These tacos combine chorizo sausage, scrambled eggs, cheese and salsa. Chorizo sausage is fairly spicy, so those who do not enjoy spicy foods will probably not care for this recipe.  The hot sauce is totally optional but would be great if you want to add even more heat to the tacos. Enjoy.

Chicken Ranch Tacos


Looking for a taco recipe to please chicken and ranch dressing lovers? If so, this is the one. This recipe is the perfect treat for Cinco de Mayo.