The Secret Recipe Blog

I’ve said it before, and I will say it again; I love spicy food!!! My girlfriend Katie and I go out once a week to enjoy some hot and spicy wings. When I found this recipe for Bahama Breeze’s Jamaican Jerk Grilled Chicken Wings I knew we were in for a treat. So spicy and so flavorful! I highly recommend you try these for your Super Bowl parties!

Serves: 6
Ready In: 2-5 hrs

Ingredients:
Jerk Marinated Chicken Wings

5 pounds Chicken Wings whole, thawed
3 tablespoons Garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon Thyme, fresh chopped
1 teaspoon Allspice, ground
1 cup Water
1/8 cup Scallions, sliced
Jerk Seasoning (Dry) as needed

Jamaican Marinade

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons Jamaican Jerk seasoning
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dark Jamaican rum
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 teaspoon creole seasoning
2 green onions, chopped
1 lime, juiced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 habanero pepper, seeded and minced
Directions:
Marinating Preparation: Add the jerk marinade, garlic, thyme, allspice, water, and scallions in a large bowl and mix well to evenly combine the ingredients. Add the chicken wings to the marinade, cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator.

Make sure the chicken wings are fully thawed this helps the chicken to fully absorb the marinade. Marinate the chicken wings for 16 to 24 hours before cooking. The longer the marinating time, the more flavorful the wings will become.

Cooking Preparation: After marinating is complete, remove the wings from the marinade and place in a clean bowl. Make sure the wings are drained well after being removed from the marinade or the seasoning will not fully adhere to the wings. Lightly season the wings with the dry jerk seasoning and lay on a sheet pan with the wing tips face down. Bake the wings at 350 F for 20 a 25 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from the oven and place in the refrigerator to chill to 40 F. By pre-cooking the wings this prevents flare-ups on the grill during the final grilling procedure

Grilling Preparation: Heat your grill to medium heat. Place the chilled wings on the grill and grill for 2 1/2 – 3 minutes on each side. The skin of the wings should develop a crisp texture and a dark color. Make sure the wings are fully heated to 165 F. Serve hot.

Wings can also be placed on the grill directly from the oven to express the cooking process. Allspice or pimento leaves can be placed on the grill during the grilling process to give the wings a light smoked flavor.

(11 votes, average: 4.27 out of 5)

 Loading ...

In my neighborhood you can’t go three blocks without running into a Starbucks. I must admit, I sometimes feel addicted to their flavorful coffees and fresh baked goods. The unfortunate thing is that if I went to Starbucks everyday I would be broke by now! Fear not! Chef Tom to the rescue with this amazing copycat recipe for Starbucks Black Bottom Cupcakes. If you crave the Starbucks Frappuccino, then I suggest you get a copy of America’s Most Wanted Recipes.

Makes: 36
Ready In: Under 60 minutes

Ingredients:
***Filling:***
8 ounces cream cheese, room temp
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg
dash salt
1 small bag milk chocolate chips

***Cake Batter:***
2/3 cup cocoa
3 cups flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
2/3 cup oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla
Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Cream the sugar and cream cheese. Mix in the egg and salt. Now stir in chocolate chips. Set the filling aside.
Sift together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Next add water, oil, vinegar and vanilla. Mix well.
Fill cupcake liners a little more than half full with chocolate batter. Drop about a generous teaspoon of cream cheese mixture on the top of each in the middle.
Bake in a 350 degree oven for approximately 20 minutes. About 10 minutes into baking, sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top of each cupcake.
Makes three dozen.

(39 votes, average: 2.82 out of 5)

 Loading ...

Blondes really do have more fun! This blondie is baked with nuts, topped with both ice cream and chopped walnuts, and served warm covered with a rich, sizzling maple butter sauce. Everyone has a sweet tooth! Nothing is better than a warm brownie or blondie with ice cream. This recipe takes it to another level.

Serves: 4 (or 1 if your really hungry!)
Ready In: Under 60 minutes

Ingredients:
Dough
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup flour, sifted
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (or more if desired)
1/3 cup butter or margarine (melted)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Maple Butter Sauce
3/4 cup maple syrup ( I highly recommend using REAL maple syrup )
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions:

Dough
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Add baking powder, baking soda and salt to the already sifted flour. Then sift dry ingredients again.
Add chopped nuts and mix well. Set aside.

Add brown sugar to melted butter and mix well. Then add egg and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Add flour mixture, a little at a time, until mixed well.
Stir in white chocolate chips. Spread out dough in a 9-inch pan.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Use a toothpick or fork to test if it is cooked in the center.
Serve warm with ice cream and Maple Butter Sauce.

Maple Butter Sauce

In a pan, add real maple syrup and butter, cook over low heat until butter is melted. Next, stir in brown sugar until completely dissolved. If you desire, add walnuts.

Enjoy !

(91 votes, average: 3.11 out of 5)

 Loading ...

 Email This Post :::  Print This Post

22 Comments