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15Jun
By: swampette
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08May
By: swampette
Categories: Recipes Comments: 0The Derby food turned out great. The burgers definitely tasted like a traditional hot brown. I love mint juleps (my version in particular), but they’re definitely an acquired taste. If you’re thinking about making them, proceed with caution.
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02May
By: swampette
Categories: Recipes Comments: 1The Kentucky Hot Brown is traditional on Derby Day, but unfortunately, it isn’t finger food. Because the first Saturday in May is perfect for grilling everywhere in the country, I figured why not turn this regional favorite into burger that can be enjoyed anywhere?
Serves 4
Ingredients:
4-8 slices bacon, depending on your preference
1.33 lbs. ground turkey (typical package size – I would use just 1 lb if it were available)
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1-2 tablespoons bourbon
1 heaping teaspoon Dijon mustard
8 slices French bread or bread of your choice
2 eggs
¼ cup milk
Dash nutmeg
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
4 slices sharp white cheddar cheese
1 large or 2 small tomatoes, slicedCook the bacon (in the oven or frying pan) until crispy. Set aside on paper towel to drain.
Combine the turkey, maple syrup, bourbon and mustard in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Shape into four patties. Grill approximately six minutes on each side, or until cooked through. During the last three minutes of cooking, put one slide of cheddar cheese on top of each burger to melt.
Whisk together the eggs, milk, parmesan cheese, and nutmeg. Brush mixture onto one side of each slice of bread. Place bread under broiler or in toaster oven until browned.
To assemble the burgers, place one slice of bread egg mixture side up. Top with one patty, tomato, and bacon slices, and another slice of bread, egg side facing the toppings. Serve with a frosty mint julep.
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01May
By: swampette
Categories: Recipes Comments: 0Ahhh, the staple of Derby Day. Indeed, the only reason some people get excited for horse racing at all. There are a surprising number of recipes and techniques for this classic drink. After lots of trial and error, I have found this method works best.
Serves 4
Ingredients:
1 cup sugar
1 bunch mint (8-12 sprigs, minimum)
1 cup bourbon
Lots of iceThe night before the Derby, make the simple syrup. Select the four nicest sprigs of mint and set aside to use as garnish. Place the rest in the bottom of a small sauce pan. Add the sugar and 1 cup of water. Cook over high heat until the mixture boils and all the sugar has dissolved. Pour all the contents into a glass container and refrigerate overnight.
To assemble the drinks:
Remove the lower leaves from the sprig, leaving the top few for your garnish. Place the leaves in the bottom of a silver julep cup or old-fashioned glass. Crush with the back of your spoon, but be careful not to tear the leaves. Scoop two spoonfuls (approximately two tablespoons) of sugar syrup into each glass. Add 1/4 cup bourbon, and stir to dilute the sugar syrup evenly. Fill the glass to the brim with ice and stir to blend until the outside of the glass is frosty. Slip in your mint sprig for garnish and serve!
