Memorial Day Entertaining with Chef George Duran
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Summer is almost here and Chef Duran has some tips for entertaining just in time for Memorial Day!
Nathan's Famous Premium Beef Franks and Heat & Serve Toppers
Two of my favorite classic recipes are Chili Cheese dogs and the Mac and Cheese Dog. I made these with Nathan’s premium all beef franks, with that iconic flavor that are now available in your local grocery stores! I have paired them with these new Heat & Serve Toppers. With three flavors – chili, cheese, and onion - you can make your own favorite combination at home! These pouches are great to keep in the house for those last minute guests. So what's the best way to cook a Nathan's Premium Beef Frank? I can tell you how NOT to cook them, never boil them. Boiling hot dogs in water is probably the worst method out there as you lose most of the flavor! In the Nathan's Famous restaurants they cook them on a flat-top grill so if you're at home using a stove-top skillet is best as it preserves flavor and juiciness while also giving the outside of the hot dog just the right crispiness for that snap. When grilling outside make sure you use low or indirect heat to prevent burning or charring. Visit NathansFamous.com to learn more. Make sure to follow Nathan's on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!
Nathan’s Famous Beef Franks
The 100-year-old "Snap" flavor. Use the new Heat & Serve Toppers (Chili, Cheese, Onion) to customize your dog in seconds.
Cuisinart Precision Master Mixer
Cuisinart Precision Master Mixer
A 5.5 QT, 500-watt powerhouse with 12 speeds. Perfect for kneading the "1-inch thick" pizza dough used in Chef Duran’s grilled pizza recipe.
Pulled Pork & Bacon Pizza (Recipe Below)
With the heat of summer I use the grill as often as possible – especially to make pizza! This is my famous Bacon & Pulled Pork Pizza as well as my Jalapeno Pizza. I love to make my dough from scratch using my Cuisinart Precision Master Mixer. This 5.5 QT stand mixer features a 500-watt motor, die-cast metal construction, 12 speeds, a tilt-back head and even a splash guard that prevents messy countertops. It comes with a chef's whisk, dough hook, and flat mixing paddle. Once the dough is kneaded add some olive oil and then grill it on both sides, then throw on your favorite toppings and put it back on the grill until the cheese melts! Click here to learn more about this awesome mixer. Make sure to follow Cuisinart on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest!
Shrimp Burger with Wasabi Mayo (Recipe Below)
When someone says “burger,” most people think: beef. But I created a twist to cure the sandwich rut with this Shrimp Burger with Wasabi mayo. The combination of shrimp and the zing of wasabi take this burger to a whole new level. And everyone knows that great sandwiches start with great bread. These buns are from Cobblestone Bread Co. "The Bread Brand to elevate your Sandwich". Their restaurant style sesame buns let you bring a DELICOUS gourmet experience home. Click here to learn more! As always, follow Cobblestone Bread Co. on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube!
Cobblestone Sesame Twist Buns
"The bread brand to elevate your sandwich." These restaurant-style buns provide a sturdy, gourmet foundation for heavy seafood or stuffed patties.
Stuffed Jarlsberg Bacon Cheeseburger (Recipe Below)
Now if you ARE looking for a meatier burger with cheese, I’ve got you covered with Jarlsberg cheese. Check out the ooey gooey goodness in my Stuffed Jarlsberg Bacon Cheese Burger! They are celebrating more than 60 years and they’re based on the original Norwegian recipe that offers a slightly nutty, mild and delicious taste with the perfect meltability. It’s the perfect cheese to snack on or by creating a nice cheese and charcuterie platter like this one. Visit Jarlsberg.com/us to learn more. Follow Jarlsberg on Facebook and Twitter for all things cheese!
Jarlsberg Cheese
Celebrating 60+ years of the original Norwegian recipe. Famous for a mild, nutty flavor and a consistency that is ideal for "ooey gooey" stuffed burgers.
Lay's Lightly Salted Barbeque Chips
Let’s not forget about some tasty snacks with all of these mouthwatering ideas! These are Lay’s Lightly Salted Barbeque chips. With 50% less sodium these chips may be light on salt, but they are big on flavor. To me, they taste just like regular BBQ chips! This is the first-ever flavored lightly salted potato chip by Lay’s and they’re available in the snack aisle at your grocery store! So, this summer, they’re a great option for your next BBQ or grill-out! Click here to learn more about these lightly salted chips or visit FritoLay.com to learn about their whole range of products. Make sure to follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.
Lay’s Lightly Salted BBQ Chips
The first-ever flavored lightly salted chip from Lay's. Delivers full BBQ flavor with 50% less sodium than regular potato chips.
The "Ooey Gooey" Stuffed Jarlsberg Burger
A meaty blend of ground chuck and pork, stuffed with a frozen square of Jarlsberg for a perfect molten core.
Ingredients
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 2-inch squares | Jarlsberg Cheese (1/2-inch thick) |
| 1 | lb. | Ground Chuck |
| 1/2 | lb. | Ground Pork |
| 1 | cup | Cooked bacon, finely chopped |
Zesty Shrimp Burger on Sesame
A fresh alternative to beef that pairs the "snap" of shrimp with a gingery wasabi kick.
Ingredients
| Qty | Unit | Ingredient |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | lb. | Cooked and deveined shrimp |
| 4 | — | Cobblestone Sesame Buns |
| 1/2 | cup | Mayonnaise (for Wasabi Mayo base) |
| 2 | tbsp. | Prepared Wasabi |
