Author: Mike

Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast

I’ve made my share of pot roasts. In the oven. In a crockpot. Heck, I’ve even smoked a pot roast (and boy, was it ever heavenly). There’s a 3-way tie on my list of my favorite things to make during the fall and winter: chili, gumbo, and pot roast. And when it comes to an easy-to-make pot roast, this slow cooker Mississippi pot roast is the king. Welcome to nothing but great flavors, tender beef and a sauce that screams ‘give me some mashed potatoes’!

Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Perfection

Six ingredients and eight hours and you’ll be enjoying an absolutely flavor-packed fall-apart roast. Do not be tempted to add beef broth or any other liquid to this slow cooker Mississippi pot roast. It will make its own gravy just fine by itself. Add everything to the crockpot and go away. Leave it be. It knows what it’s doing.

Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)
Crock-Pot 7 Quart Oval Manual Slow Cooker, Stainless Steel (SCV700-S-BR)

We had this roast over mashed cauliflower. Yes, cauliflower.

If you’re looking for a to-die-for pot roast sandwich, check out my copycat of the one from the Hobnob Corner Restaurant, in Nashville, Indiana. Cheese caramelized onions and horseradish compliment the pot roast perfectly.

Also try my jalapeno pot roast and my slow cooker BBQ pot roast.

Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast
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Slow Cooker Mississippi Pot Roast

Six ingredients and eight hours and you’ll be enjoying an absolutely flavor-packed fall-apart roast. Do not be tempted to add beef broth or any other liquid to this slow cooker Mississippi pot roast. It will make it’s own gravy just fine by itself. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword crockpot, pot roast, slow cooker, southern
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 413kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Roux B Doo

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Season the roast with the Cajun seasoning and add to the skillet. Brown on all sides, then transfer to a crockpot set on low.
  • Sprinkle the top of the roast with the au jus and ranch dressing seasoning mixes.
  • Place the stick of butter on top of the roast.
  • Add the pepperoncinis to the crockpot and cover.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours. Remove roast (be careful, it’ll want to fall apart on you!) and chop or shred as desired.
  • Return meat to the crockpot for 15 minutes to reheat.

Notes

Serve over mashed potatoes, mashed cauliflower, bread, on sandwiches, you name it!

Nutrition

Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 148mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 614mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 840IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners, Regular (Fits 3-8 Quarts), 6 Count

Classic Hot and Sour Soup

I found this classic hot and sour soup to be so fantastic I couldn’t stop eating it. The broth is insanely tasty despite being so easy to make. There’s a great contrast between the woody mushroom and citrus lime flavors.

My wife loved the soup but said the mushrooms were too thick and that I should’ve cut them much thinner. I liked them thick since they added a bit of texture to the soup, but thin or thick, it’s great stuff!

Classic Hot and Sour Soup

Chicken. Tofu. Or Neither.

I added chicken to our classic hot and sour soup, but tofu is probably more common. Or leave it out and you’ll still have the perfect bowl of soup for a cold day.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this soup and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue
Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue

Also try my out-of-this-world crazy good vegetable soup.

Classic Hot and Sour Soup
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Classic Hot and Sour Soup

I found this classic hot and sour soup to be so fantastic I couldn’t stop eating it. The broth is insanely tasty despite being so easy to make. There’s a great contrast between the woodsy mushroom and citrus lime flavors.
Course Side
Cuisine Chinese
Keyword Asian, soup
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 106kcal
Author From Emeril Lagasse

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place 3 cups of the chicken broth in a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
  • Add the mushrooms then remove from heat and let sit for 30 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
  • Cut off any of the stems and slice the mushroom caps.
  • Strain the chicken broth into a bowl and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add the remaining chicken stock, mushroom broth, and chicken.
  • Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl whisk together the lime juice and cornstarch.
  • Slowly add to the soup while whisking to combine.
  • Bring soup back to a boil then reduce to a simmer and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add soy sauce and sesame oil and serve garnished with green onions.

Notes

You can use pre-cooked chicken, such as rotisserie chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 1467mg | Potassium: 342mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 114IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Homemade Italian Sausage

I have been making a lot of pizzas on the grill this year. It took a long time of testing, trying, and testing some more. Now, I’m very happy with our homemade dough and homemade sauce. And now I can say I’m also happy with our homemade Italian sausage. It’s very easy to make but still packs a nice spicy flavor. It’s perfect for pizzas, calzones, or hoagies.

Homemade Italian Sausage

Great Sausage For Pizzas

Nothing beats a pizza hot off a charcoal- or wood-fired grill, specially if it’s loaded with homemade Italian sausage. I use a Kettle Pizza adapter on my 22″ Weber charcoal grill. It’s great any time I want to recreate that awesome classic pizza flavor.

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NutriChef Food Vacuum Sealer Machine – Automatic Air Sealing System for Dry & Moist Foods, LED Touch Controls, Includes Vacuum Bags, Hose & Wine Stopper, High Suction Power, 14″x6″x3″, Black

Also try my homemade beef summer sausage.

Homemade Italian Sausage
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Homemade Italian Sausage

I’m very happy with our homemade Italian sausage. It’s very easy to make but still packs a nice spicy flavor. It’s perfect for pizzas, calzones, or hoagies.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword homemade, Italian, sausage
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings 3 pounds
Calories 1231kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place the pork in a large bowl.
  • Add all of the remaining ingredients.
  • Mix well. I found using my hands to be the best way. Just make sure you get all of the spices distributed evenly throughout the pork.
  • Let pork refrigerate for 12 hours before using to distribute the flavors.

Notes

I froze the sausage in 1/2 to 1 pound packages for use later on pizzas or in pasta sauces.

Nutrition

Calories: 1231kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 78g | Fat: 97g | Saturated Fat: 36g | Cholesterol: 327mg | Sodium: 2612mg | Potassium: 1490mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 571IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Barb’s Royal Brownies

I had my Weber Smokey Mountain smoker going the other day to make some Tasso ham and to smoke some beans. After the cooking was done, I decided to whip up this great recipe for Barb’s royal brownies. I found the recipe in the most recent copy of Chile Pepper magazine (sadly, no longer around!).

Since this came from a magazine devoted to all things zesty, I knew that the brownies would have some great kick. And they did. They were fantastic! Chewy, chocolatey, a hint of smokiness, and just a bit of kickin’ spice. Absolutely great with some of my homemade Neapolitan ice cream.

Barbs Royal Brownies

Fantastic Brownies With A Smoky Twist

The ‘Barb’ in this case is Barbara Milroy, one of the owners of Texas Rib Rangers. Pick up a few bottles of their rubs and sauces, you’ll love them. And tell them how much you love Barb’s Royal Brownies.

Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb
Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb

Making dessert on the grill or smoker is fun. Also try my grilled strawberry shortcake with lemon cream.

Barb's Royal Brownies
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Barb’s Royal Brownies

Chewy, chocolatey, a hint of smokiness, and just a bit of kickin’ spice. Absolutely great with some of my homemade Neapolitan ice cream.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword brownies, smoked
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 378kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your smoker for 275 F. You can also use a grill, cooking over indirect heat.
  • Melt the butter and chocolate in a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour into the bowl of a mixer.
  • Add the sugar, flour and cayenne.
  • Turn mixer on medium and add the eggs, one at a time.
  • Add the vanilla and continue blending until well blended.
  • Spray a 9″ x 13″ aluminum pan with non-stick spray.
  • Pour in the brownie mixture.
  • Smoke for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted into the brownies comes out clean.

Notes

Make sure your smoker is sitting on level ground so that your brownies cook consistently throughout.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 24mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 624IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Smoke Tube for Pellet Smoker, 12” Smoker Tube for Pellet Grill – Hot or Cold Smoker Accessories for Electric Gas Charcoal Grilling, Premium Stainless Steel Portable Barbecue Smoking Tube, Bonus Brush

All-American Meatloaf on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

I’m finding cooking meatloaf on the Char-Broil Big Easy to be rather addicting. It’s so easy to do that I do it often. But, I have to mix it up. And although our mini habanero meatloaves are truly epically fantastic, sometimes I gotta make something a bit more traditional. And what’s more traditional than all-American meatloaf on the Char-Broil Big Easy? Nothing of course.

All-American Meatloaf on the Char-Broil Big Easy

All Sorts of Good Stuff

Well, there’s probably a lot of things that are more traditional, but I hereby claim these to be traditional too because they have lots of those traditional meatloaf ingredients. Like beef. And crushed crackers. Worcestershire sauce. Dijon mustard. Ok, maybe Dijon mustard isn’t so traditional in a meatloaf. Or hot sauce. How about ‘sorta traditional’ meatloaf then?

It doesn’t matter because this all-American meatloaf on the Char-Broil Big Easy is fantastic. And so unbelievably easy. From making the meat mixture to cooking them, this is about as hassle-free as you can get.

A Fantastic Glaze

Any great meatloaf needs a great glaze. Nothing fancy, nothing fru-fru. Just tasty. The glaze on these loaves is perfect. I’m a glazeaholic, so I highly recommend doubling or tripling the glaze recipe for extra drizzling when serving.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Also try my Big Easy mini lasagnas!

Need a great side dish for your all-American meatloaf? Fantastic baked potatoes, done up right on the Big Easy. Or my all-American mac-and-cheese.

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

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Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

All-American Meatloaf on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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All-American Meatloaf on the Char-Broil Big Easy

These all-American meatloaves are fantastic. And so unbelievably easy. From making the meat mixture to cooking them, they are about as hassle-free as you can get.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, meatloaf
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 418kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Jeff Mauro

Equipment

Ingredients

For the glaze

For the meatloaf

Instructions

For the glaze

  • Whisk all ingredients together.

For the meatloaf

  • Fire up your Big Easy.
  • Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the onion and a few pinches of salt and cook until the onion is transparent.
  • Add the garlic and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Combine all remaining meatloaf ingredients along with the cooled onions in a large bowl.
  • Mix well then divide between 4 pans.
  • Top with half of the glaze and place into the Big Easy basket and Big Easy bunk bed basket.
  • Place in cooker and cool 35-45 minutes or until the center of the loaves reaches 165 F.
  • Let cool 10 minutes before slicing and serving with additional glaze drizzled over the slices.

Notes

You’ll need a Big Easy Bunk Bed basket if cooking all 4 pans at once, otherwise you can only cook two at a time. For the pans, I used disposable mini loaf pans, which measure 6.1″ long x 3.8″ wide, and are 2″ tall.

Nutrition

Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 397mg | Potassium: 516mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 391IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Blue Moon Hot Dogs

I really like grilled hot dogs topped with a creamy salad. Just about any kind of salad will do, too. This time I went with a simple iceberg mixture, with a good helping of blue cheese crumbles and dressing. And mushrooms. The coolness of the salad on these blue moon hot dogs contrasts well with the just-off-the-grill wieners.

Blue Moon Hot Dogs

Go Funky. Or Don’t.

Some folk aren’t so keen on blue cheese, and that’s ok. Just substitute Gorgonzola (or diced Monterey jack for an even mellower flavor) for the cheese, and ranch salad dressing for the blue cheese dressing when you make these blue moon hot dogs.

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SLOTDOG – Hot Dog Slicing Tool – Stainless Steel Cutter Blades for Kitchen, Grilling, Tailgating, Camping and Backyard Outdoor BBQ – 10 inch – Red

Also try my Brutus hot dogs.

Blue Moon Hot Dogs
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Blue Moon Hot Dogs

The coolness of the salad on these blue moon hot dogs contrasts well with the just-off-the-grill wieners.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dogs
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 297kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 hot dog buns
  • 2 hot dogs
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 3-4 mushrooms sliced
  • 2 tablespoons blue cheese or more, crumbled
  • ¼ cup iceberg lettuce chopped
  • ½ Roma tomato seeded, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons blue cheese salad dressing

Instructions

  • Toast buns as desired.
  • Grill or cook dogs as desired.
  • Drizzle the mushrooms with the oil. Saute or grill the mushrooms until just tender.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the mushrooms, cheese, lettuce, tomato and salad dressing.
  • Place dogs into the buns and top with the mushroom mixture. Serve.

Notes

Substitute gorgonzola for a slightly creamier, smoother cheese topping.

Nutrition

Calories: 297kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 762mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 229IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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TableCraft 3-Piece Nostalgia Squeeze Bottle Set, 12-Ounce

Pretzel Grilled Bacon and Cheese Sandwiches

I wanted a grilled cheese sandwich. But, after visiting the Der Pretzel Wagen food truck here in Indianapolis a few days earlier and grabbing an outrageously good pretzel sandwich (The Ham Solo, is my favorite), I was also jonesin’ for a pretzel. I’m always jonesin’ for a pretzel. So, I decided to combine the two desires into a very easy sandwich. Pretzel ‘bun’, melty gooey cheese, crispy bacon, and a bit of Dijon mustard. These pretzel grilled bacon and cheese sandwiches are easy to make, and quite tasty. They make for a delicious lunch time treat!

Pretzel Grilled Bacon and Cheese Sandwiches

Simple. Easy. And Fun.

I didn’t go the fancy route. I used frozen pre-made pretzels. Heck, I’ve tried to make my own pretzels and I can’t. And American cheese. My pretzel grilled bacon and cheese sandwiches are good enough to hold me over until I can get back to Der Pretzel Wagen food truck for one of their pretzel sandwiches!

Update: Sadly, Der Pretzel Wagen is no longer open for business! I sure do miss their food. Hopefully they’ll come back some day.

To get the cheese all ooey-gooey I tossed the sandwiches on a hot Griddler for a few minutes.

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Cuisinart Panini Press, Stainless Steel Griddler, Sandwich Maker & More, 5-IN-1, GR-4NP1

Also try my delicious fried bologna sandwich.

Pretzel Grilled Bacon and Cheese Sandwiches
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Pretzel Grilled Bacon and Cheese Sandwiches

I didn’t go the fancy route. I used frozen pre-made pretzels. And American cheese. It was enough to hold me over.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword bacon, grilled cheese, pretzels, sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 sandwich
Calories 199kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 2 pretzels frozen, warmed per package instructions (and cut in half horizontally if large) or use fresh
  • 2 pieces American cheese
  • 2 pieces bacon cooked
  • Dijon mustard to taste

Instructions

  • Slather the top of one of the pretzels with mustard.
  • Add a slice of cheese, the bacon, and the remaining cheese.
  • Add a few more squirts of mustard and add the other pretzel.

Notes

Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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OXO Good Grips Electric Grill and Panini Press Brush, Black

Sauteed Shredded Brussels Sprouts

I’m a big fan of roasted Brussels sprouts. But, these sauteed shredded Brussels sprouts aren’t roasted. So, I was worried. Would I like them? No. I’d love them! They are so crunchy and flavorful! The thinly sliced sprouts are perfect. I almost called this a salad, though technically, it’s not a salad. Technically, though, it is outstanding!

Sauteed Shredded Brussels Sprouts

I’ve Been Living In A Cave

The balsamic vinegar really makes these sauteed shredded Brussels sprouts stand out. I added fresh pomegranate seeds for a little color and a little flavor pop, but you can leave them out. To be truthful, I really had no idea how great this dish would be. I enjoyed it a lot. It kinda surprised me, to be honest.

I recently purchased a new food processor. For years I have been without one after my el cheapo model finally blew up. I had been reluctant to buy another low-end model, so I bit the bullet and bought a Cuisinart 7-cup model. I could not have been any happier with my purchase. This food processor is hefty, there’s nothing cheap about it. I’d swear it has a V8 engine in it – there’s nothing it can’t chop, slice or shred.

Cuisinart DFP-14BCWNY Food Processor Custom, 14 Cup, White
Cuisinart DFP-14BCWNY Food Processor Custom, 14 Cup, White

Also try my garlic butter zoodles with Brussels sprouts and my rittzy Brussels sprouts.

Sauteed Shredded Brussels Sprouts
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Sauteed Shredded Brussels Sprouts

This is so crunchy and flavorful! The thinly slices sprouts are perfect. I almost called this a salad, though technically, it’s not a salad. Technically, though, it is outstanding!
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Brussels sprouts
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 111kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • To shred the Brussels sprouts it is best to use a food processor. I use the shredding blade and feed the sprouts thru the top tube. You could also cut them thin with a knife or just chop them.
  • Add the butter and oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the sprouts and season with salt and pepper.
  • Saute for 5 minutes then add the balsamic vinegar and saute another minute.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the pomegranate seeds.
  • Season to taste and serve.

Notes

Best served immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 111kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 410mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 697IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Copycat Long John Silver’s Fish-and-Chips

As a kid, my hands-down favorite fast food place was Long John Silver’s. And although I loved the fish and fries, I have to admit my favorite things were the little crunchies. You know, the little pieces of fried batter that would end up in your food basket. I loved them. I would even ask for ‘extra crunchies’ when I ordered. Fortunately, I can get all the crunchies I want when I make this copycat Long John Silver’s Fish-and-Chips.

Copycat Long John Silver's Fish-and-Chips

More Crunchies. More Better!

If I want extra crunchies I just add a few drops of batter to the oil and in seconds… extra crunchies! And don’t forget the hush puppies! No Long John Silver’s copycat meal is complete without them. This copycat Long John Silver’s Fish-and-Chips dish will bring back memories of the last time you stopped by the restaurant!

I get out my big deep fryer when it’s time to fry a large batch of food. It comes to temperature quickly and it maintains that temperature perfectly. It has a built-in oil filter and storage unit so I can re-use the oil several times.

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T-fal Ultimate EZ Clean Stainless Steel Deep Fryer with Basket 3.5 Liter Oil and 2.6 Pound Food Capacity 1700 Watts Oil Filtration, Temp Control, Digital Timer, Dishwasher Safe Parts Stainless Steel

For something a bit different, dip your fries in my malt vinegar aioli instead of good-ole ketchup.

Also try my copycat of Captain D’s batter dipped fish!

Copycat Long John Silver's Fish-and-Chips
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Copycat Long John Silver’s Fish-and-Chips

Now I can make my own copycat Long John Silver’s fish and chips. And if I want extra crunchies I just add a few drops of batter to the oil and in seconds… extra crunchies! 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword copycat, fish, fries
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 1092kcal
Author Found on Food.com

Equipment

Ingredients

For the batter

For the fish

For the fries

Instructions

For the batter

  • Combine all ingredients. Whisk until smooth and there are no lumps.

For the fish

  • Heat a few inches of oil to 375 F in a Dutch oven or deep fryer.
  • Pat fish dry and coat well in the batter.
  • Working in batches, slowly lower the fish into the oil and fry on both sides until golden brown.
  • Remove to a paper towel-lined plate
  • Serve with tartar sauce and malt vinegar.

For the fries

  • Reduce oil temperature to 325 F.
  • Fry potatoes until starting to turn golden brown. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and pat dry.
  • Increase oil temperature to 375 F and add the fries back in. Fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove to paper towel-lined plate to drain, sprinkle with salt, then serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with plenty of malt vinegar and tartar sauce!

Nutrition

Calories: 1092kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 170g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 387mg | Sodium: 745mg | Potassium: 5078mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 363IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 206mg | Iron: 7mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbooks Boxed Set: The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook, The Unofficial Disney Parks EPCOT Cookbook, The Unofficial … Cookbook (Unofficial Cookbook Gift Series)

Creamy Buffalo Wings

Visit my other site, For The Wing, for all things chicken-wing!

Oh man, what great wings these creamy Buffalo wings were. They disappeared in no time at all. They’re a simple take on the traditional Buffalo wing, with the same great spicy heat, but with a creamier sauce. Flat-out delicious and definitely finger-licking fantastic.

Creamy Buffalo Wings

I cooked the wings on my Vortex insert, which I use on my Weber Performer grill. The Vortex concentrates the heat from the charcoal into a circle, which you then surround with the wings. The chicken wings cook up super tasty and crisp in just over 30 minutes. I let them cool only slightly then tossed them with the creamy Buffalo wing sauce. And then I went to town on them. It was almost embarrassing, but you’ll understand once you try them.

I store my homemade sauces in squeeze bottles. If refrigerated, I set them out thirty minutes to an hour before using so they come to room temperature. You don’t want to put cold sauce on hot food!
Kitchen Bottle Condiment Set 3 Hole Dispenser Lid Plastic Squeeze for Sauce Mustard Ketchup 12 oz. / 340 ML.
Kitchen Bottle Condiment Set 3 Hole Dispenser Lid Plastic Squeeze for Sauce Mustard Ketchup 12 oz. / 340 ML.

Also try my Buffalo supreme wings. They’re another great take on the classic recipe.

Creamy Buffalo Wings
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Creamy Buffalo Wings

Oh man, what great wings these creamy Buffalo wings were. They disappeared in no time at all. They’re a simple take on the traditional Buffalo wing, with the same great spicy heat, but with a creamier sauce.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Buffalo wings, creamy
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 393kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the wings

For the sauce

Instructions

For the wings

For the sauce

  • Whisk all ingredients together.

Notes

Make extra sauce for dipping or serve with Ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side!

Nutrition

Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Buffalo Wild Wings Milder Variety Bundle: Parmesan Garlic, Medium, Honey BBQ, Asian Zing: 12 Ounces Each
Buffalo Wild Wings Milder Variety Bundle: Parmesan Garlic, Medium, Honey BBQ, Asian Zing: 12 Ounces Each