Archive for January, 2010

• Did you know “queso” is cheese in Spanish?

  Date: 2010.01.31 | Category: Food for thought | Response: 0

  Did you know “queso” is cheese in Spanish? And “quesadilla” is basically the Mexican version of a grilled cheese sandwich toasted to perfection. A basic quesadilla is made up of a flour tortilla and cheese, folded over and then browned or grilled on both sides before cutting into wedges and serving. But, with some creativity you can add practically anything, it’s really just a matter of taste!

• Food For Thought

  Date: 2010.01.30 | Category: Food for thought | Response: 0

   

  Gordos knows that no matter what team you are cheering for, it is important for you to be able to enjoy the game with good food and good friends. That is why we are bringing you delicious recipes that require just a few quality ingredients and take a short amount of time to prepare. We invite you to try the following recipes and tell us what you think about them.

• CANDY BAR BROWNIES

  Date: 2010.01.30 | Category: Recipes | Response: 0

  

  CANDY BAR BROWNIES

   

  1 box brownies – Family size that makes a 9 x 13 inch pan

  Eggs

  Oil

  3 Hershey’s candy bars – any flavor will do

   

  Prepare brownie mix according to directions on box. Spread half of the mixture in a greased 9 x 13 in pan. Lay whole candy bars on top of the mixture. Spread remaining mixture on top of candy bars. Bake in a pre-heated 350 degree oven for 25 – 30 minutes. Cool completely before cutting. The candy bars will give them a gooey center.

• GAME DAY HANKY PANKYS

  Date: 2010.01.30 | Category: Recipes | Response: 1

  

  Game Day Hanky Pankys

  1 lb. ground beef

  1 lb. breakfast sausage

  1 16 oz. tub Gordo’s mild or hot cheese dip

  1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

  1 teaspoon oregano

  2 party loaves cocktail rye or pumpernickel bread squares

   

  Brown sausage and ground beef in skillet. Drain fat. Return to pan, add cheese dip, Worcestershire sauce, and oregano. Heat until cheese is melted.

  Arrange bread pieces on a baking sheet. Place a tablespoon of the meat and cheese mixture over the bread.

  Bake in a 375 degree oven for 10-12 minutes.

  Garnish with sour cream, tomatoes or olives.

  These can be prepared ahead to save you time. After assembly place unbaked hanky pankys in the freezer. Remove when frozen solid and place in a freezer bag.

  Take out of the freezer 30 minutes before you need them. Thaw on pan 20 minutes and bake in a 375 degree oven for 10-12 minutes.