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Showing posts with label jalapeno. Show all posts
Showing posts with label jalapeno. Show all posts

Monday, April 8, 2019

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Jalapeno Mini Muffins

Above: Grpahic for KQ Season 5, Episode 8.

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Jalapeno Mini Muffins

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower is in the kitchen to demonstrate his recipe for Bacon Jalapeno Mini Muffins, made with a modified version of low carb, gluten free fat head dough. Even if you don't need to eat gluten free because of a food allergy and/or low carb for a diet, these yummy and very savory appetizers are sure to please. Great warm from the oven, the Bacon Jalapeno Mini Muffins also taste great at room temperature, so they are perfect for a party spread, brunch buffet or game day.

Watch and subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiOdw-x0qZI

Below: The Bacon Jalapeno Mini Muffins are ready to enjoy!

Monday, April 1, 2019

ON THE SET: Taping the Bacon Jalapeno Mini Muffins Episode


Above: Mitch on the KQ kitchen set for Season 5, Episode 8.

ON THE SET: Taping the Bacon Jalapeno Mini Muffins Episode

KQ host Mitch Hightower shows how to make a modified version of Fat Head Dough into very savory mini muffins in the next KQ video.

Watch all of the KQ videos here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/KitchenQueers


Sunday, March 3, 2019

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites


Above: The KQ Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites.

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites

KQ host Mitch Hightower demonstrates his recipe for a very tasty, naturally gluten free, low carb, and supremely easy-to-make appetizer in the latest KQ video.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybELmwLe8DY
Below: Graphic for KQ Season 5, Episode 5, Number 91.

Saturday, March 2, 2019

ON THE SET: Taste Testing the Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites


Above: Chef Philip and Mitch on the KQ "lounge" set.

ON THE SET: Taste Testing the Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites

The next KQ video features a very easy-to-make appetizer that is sure to please. KQ host Mitch Hightower demonstrates his recipe for Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites. This tiny appetizer is packed with flavor and is sure to please.

This video will be available to view soon on the KQ YouTube® channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/KitchenQueers


Below: The appetizers are ready to chill out in the fridge. 

Saturday, February 23, 2019

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites


Above: Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites.

RECIPE EXPERIMENT: Bacon Jalapeno Cheese Ball Bites

KQ host Mitch Hightower has been experimenting with easy-to-make party appetizers. This very tasty version features a cream cheese, onion and jalapeno interior, covered with a very crispy bacon exterior. The result is a rich, sweet and savory flavor bomb that is sure to please. Look for this recipe to be featured in an upcoming KQ Season 5 video.

Watch all of the KQ videos on the KQ YouTube® channel here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/KitchenQueers

Monday, June 11, 2018

NEW VIDEO: Grilled Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa

Above: Graphic for KQ Season 4, Episode 11.

NEW VIDEO: Grilled Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower demonstrates how to make this flavorful and refreshing salsa, featuring grilled pineapple and jalapeno peppers. Great for dipping almost any kind of chips, Mitch and guest taste tester Chef Philip also recommend the salsa as a topping for tostadas, a filling for tacos, as well as a condiment for hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken or pork chops. In addition to sharing his recipe, Mitch shows step-by-step how to make the salsa, including using a cast iron grill pan on a gas stove top. Season 4, Episode 11, Number 71, (S4E11N71-HD).

Watch here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swkoiPdRV38


Below: The salsa served with blue multigrain chips.

Saturday, June 2, 2018

TASTE TEST: Grilled Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa

Above: The salsa ingredients just after blending.

TASTE TEST: Grilled Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa

We let the salsa sit in the refrigerator overnight so the flavors could meld.  Then we tasted the salsa alone and on tortilla chips.

Mitch said, "This is really good.  The grilled pineapple adds a delicious element to this flavor profile".

Chef Philip said, "The salty chips really make the salsa flavors pop".

Look for this recipe in an upcoming KQ video.

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Monday, April 16, 2018

NEW VIDEO: Jalapeno Margarita

Above: The KQ Jalapeno Margarita.

NEW VIDEO: Jalapeno Margarita

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower gets busy in this episode as he demonstrates all of the steps needed to create the Jalapeno Margarita, including how to make colorful kosher salt. Mixed with sanding sugar, Mitch then shows how to fashion a sparkly salt-sugar rim on the serving glass. Next, Mitch creates an unusual cocktail garnish using a jalapeno pepper segment and a maraschino cherry. The technique of muddling is utilized to infuse the cocktail with plenty of fresh jalapeno flavor, and a double-straining technique is demonstrated which prevents jalapeno seeds from winding up in the finished beverage. KQ partner Chef Philip appears as the guest taste tester for KQ Season 4, Episode 6, Number 66.


Below: Promotional graphic for KQ Season 4, Episode 6.

Saturday, April 14, 2018

ON THE SET: Jalapeno Margarita

Above: KQ partner Chef Philip tries the Jalapeno Margarita.

ON THE SET: Jalapeno Margarita

KQ host Mitch Hightower and partner Chef Philip recently taped the next Kitchen Queers video installment. The images in this post are from the taping on the KQ bar set.

Look for this episode soon on the KQ YouTube® channel.

Below: Mitch has just poured the Jalapeno Margarita. 


Tuesday, March 20, 2018

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Cheese Waffle Fry Nachos

Above: The KQ Bacon Waffle Fry Nachos are ready to serve.

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Cheese Waffle Fry Nachos

KQ host Mitch Hightower demonstrates how to make his recipe for Bacon Cheese Waffle Fry Nachos in the newest KQ video, (Season 4, Episode 3, Number 63).


Below: Graphic for KQ Season 4, Episode 3, Number 63. 

Friday, March 16, 2018

ON THE SET: Taping The Bacon Cheese Waffle Fry Nacho Episode

Above: Freeze frame from the latest KQ video.

ON THE SET: Taping The Bacon Cheese Waffle Fry Nacho Episode

KQ host Mitch Hightower demonstrates how to make his recipe for this very tasty appetizer. Look for this episode to premiere on the KQ YouTube channel next week!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmi4fJQ4cVNHfHFu09RK25g

Tuesday, March 13, 2018

PREPPING INGREDIENTS: Sweet Potato Waffle Fries

Above: Frozen sweet potato waffle fries ready to be baked.

PREPPING INGREDIENTS: Sweet Potato Waffle Fries

We're busy prepping ingredients for the next KQ video shoot, including these Sweet Potato Waffle Fries that will serve as the base of our Bacon Cheese Waffle Fry Nachos!




Thursday, March 1, 2018

ON THE SET: Taping More Season 4 Episodes

Above: KQ host Mitch Hightower demonstrates a recipe for Sausage Cheese Hash Brown Cups.

ON THE SET: Taping more Season 4 Episodes

The Kitchen Queers crew has been busy taping more episodes for Season 4. The images in this posting are from the taping for the KQ Sausage Cheese Hash Brown Cups recipe. Look for this video to appear on the KQ YouTube channel as Season 4, Episode 2, (Number 62), coming soon!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmi4fJQ4cVNHfHFu09RK25g

Below: The KQ Sausage Cheese Hash Brown Cups right after being removed from the oven. 


Friday, February 23, 2018

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: BBQ Pulled Pork Waffle Fry Nachos

Above: The appetizers ready to serve.

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: BBQ Pulled Pork Waffle Fry Nachos

KQ host Mitch Hightower and partner Chef Philip created a mash-up appetizer sure to please.

A crispy sweet potato waffle fry serves as the vehicle for this yummy hors d'oeuvre. Next, nacho toppings are added including refried beans, cheese, onion and jalapeno peppers. And on top of all of those tasty ingredients is a small pile of pulled pork smothered in barbecue sauce!

This is serious party food. Look for this recipe in an upcoming KQ Season 4 video.


Below: Chef Philip adds toppings to the BBQ Pulled Pork Waffle Fry Nachos. 

Thursday, February 22, 2018

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Cornbread Mini Bundts

Above: Mini bundts after baking.

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Cornbread Mini Bundts

KQ host Mitch Hightower used a new baking pan to create these Cornbread Mini Bundts. Filled with cheese, jalapeno and Fresno peppers, as well as onions, these beauties pack a big flavor punch. Expect to see this recipe demonstrated in an upcoming KQ Season 4 video.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmi4fJQ4cVNHfHFu09RK25g

Monday, January 29, 2018

COCKTAIL EXPERIMENTS: Jalapeno Margarita

Above: The KQ Jalapeno Margarita.

COCKTAIL EXPERIMENTS: Jalapeno Margarita

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower has been experimenting with Jalapeno Margarita mixes, and this version got a "thumbs up" from everyone in our bar tonight! Look for this recipe in an upcoming episode of KQ Season 4!

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Wednesday, January 17, 2018

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Hash Brown Breakfast Cups

Above: The KQ Hash Brown Breakfast Cup served with a dollop of sour cream and chopped chives.

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Hash Brown Breakfast Cups

These crispy hash brown cups are filled with sausage, onion, jalapeno pepper and egg. Then the top is piled with grated cheese! Easy to make and bake. This recipe will be available in an upcoming KQ Season 4 video.

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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmi4fJQ4cVNHfHFu09RK25g

Below: The KQ Hash Brown Cups right after coming out of the oven.

Thursday, January 11, 2018

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Cheesy Bacon Jalapeno Cornbread

Above: The whole cornbread cooling on a wire rack after baking.

RECIPE EXPERIMENTS: Cheesy Bacon Jalapeno Cornbread

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower has been experimenting with cornbread recipes, and this version seems to have pleased everyone in the KQ test kitchen.

Filled with crispy bacon, jalapeno peppers, diced onion and grated cheese, this cornbread holds its shape well and is very moist thanks to the addition of corn oil.

Look for this recipe in an upcoming episode of Kitchen Queers Season 4 on YouTube®.


Below: The cornbread has been cut into squares for serving. 

Friday, May 19, 2017

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Hash Brown Casserole

Above: Promotional graphic for KQ Season 3, Episode 4.

NEW VIDEO: Bacon Hash Brown Casserole

The most recent installment in the Kitchen Queers video series is now available to view on YouTube®.

Go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWIsZAr4B_Q

Below: This image shows one of several serving options for the Bacon Hash Brown Casserole. 

Sunday, April 30, 2017

New Recipe: Hash Brown Casserole

Above: The KQ Hash Brown Casserole.

New Recipe: Hash Brown Casserole

Kitchen Queers host Mitch Hightower has been experimenting with casserole ideas, and he reports this new Hash Brown Casserole is a tasty and easy-to-make winner. Look for this recipe to be featured in an upcoming Season 3 episode of Kitchen Queers on the KQ YouTube channel.