Saturday, January 21, 2012

Spicy Whiskey BBQ Burgers

Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes Difficulty: Easy Servings: 6



Ingredients
2 pounds Ground Meat (beef, Bison, Turkey)
Salt And Pepper
4 Tablespoons Butter
1 whole Large Onion, Diced
1/2 cup Whiskey
1 cup Barbecue Sauce
1/4 cup Jarred Jalapeno Slices (more To Taste)
12 whole Slider Buns Or Dinner Rolls, Split

Preparation Instructions:
Form the meat into 12 (or so) miniature patties and salt and pepper them on both sides. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties until just about done in the middle, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the patties from the skillet and set aside. Drain off all but 2 tablespoons of grease, then return the skillet to the stove.

Throw the diced onions in the skillet and stir to cook, about 3 minutes. Pour in whiskey (be careful if you're cooking over an open flame; turn it off momentarily to be extra careful) and stir. Allow the whiskey to reduce by half, about 2 to 3 minutes, then stir in jalapenos and the barbecue sauce.

Reduce the heat to low and place the patties in the barbecue sauce, turning to coat. Allow the patties to simmer in the sauce until everything's hot and bubbly.

Place the patties on individual buns and be sure to spoon extra sauce (with the jalapenos!) over the top of each one before topping with the other half of the bun.


The Freezer Chick version: We make the patties in full size, freezer them in ziplock bags. Make sauce and freezer in a separate bag. Grill patties, heat sauce on the stove. Top on burgers before serving.

Recipe Courtesy of the Pioneer Woman!

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

February 2012 Exchange

Jamie:
Steak Fajitas Note:For the mixed vegetables, I use fresh green peppers, red peppers and onions instead of purchasing the frozen blend.
Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti
Loaded Baked Potato Sou Note: This is weight watchers version.
Hot Colby Ham Sandwiches

Misti:
Italian Mac & Cheese
Hearty Corn Chowder
Spicy Asian Style Ribs
Cashew Chicken

Michele:
Potato Soup (Olive Garden Style)
Italian Chicken and Pasta
Cowboy Steak Sandwiches-Marlboro Man PW Style
Pecan Stuffed Burgers

Jen:
Steak Soup
Beef Stew
Mexican Pork Loin
Chicken Bruschetta

Jamie will look at dates in February towards the end of the month to host our next exchange! If you have any conflicts email Jamie or post those dates on the Facebook page!