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Happy Cinco de Mayo! Celebrate with a Chicken Thingamajig with a Side of Whatchamacallit

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May 5, 11:24 AM

by Chef John, Cooking Examiner

Many, many, years ago, in Tucson, Arizona, a cook accidentally dropped a burrito into a deep fryer. Since it was too late to save, she let it fry, and decided to have it for lunch. When one of the other cooks asked her what it was, she called it a "chimichanga," which in Spanish translates to "thing-a-ma-jig".

Yes, with one serendipitous splash into the fryer, the mighty chimichanga was born. While traditionally deep-fried, this video recipe, produced for my About.com American Foods site, is a home version that uses the oven for a much easier and lower-fat variation.

The great thing about chimichangas is they can be filled with almost anything – even vegetables if you must. After seeing the video, I hope you give some of these thingamajigs a try. If you do, I'd also love to hear what kind of fillings you used. Enjoy!

Topics: comfort food , spicy , main courses , poultry

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Salvadorian chicken and pepper stew

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October 5, 2:35 PM

Sometimes it's fun to cook a recipe that ignores the standard techniques that usually rule the production of my food. This recipe is a simple boiled chicken - no browning, no deglazing, no reducing, and no layering of flavors. As you'll see, you just... Read More
Topics: main courses , poultry

Budget Beef Bourguignon: succulent beef stewed in cheap merlot

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October 1, 11:19 AM

When the weather cools, and I see football on television, I think of two things; hey, look at the size of that guy's neck, and, this is a great time of year to make stew. This video recipe for Beef Merlot is one of my favorites, and a take-off on the... Read More
Topics: beef , main courses , video recipes

Foodbuzz 24-item tasting menu: Part 3

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September 29, 6:15 PM

For more info: This recipe is from my blog, Food Wishes Video Recipes. There you'll find the ingredient amounts, as well as more foodie fun.... Read More
Topics: video recipes

Foodbuzz 24-item tasting menu: Part 2

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September 26, 11:35 AM

For more info: This recipe is from my blog, Food Wishes Video Recipes. There you'll find the ingredient amounts, as well as more foodie fun.... Read More
Topics: video recipes

Is this 24-item tasting menu a world's record?

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September 24, 1:28 PM

Photo (c) John Mitzewich This three-part video series chronicles an epic, 24-item tasting menu, done for Foodbuzz's "24 Meals, 24 Hours, 24 Blog Posts" global “live blogging” event. Foodbuzz's mission for this event was described... Read More
Topics: video recipes

A French onion soup recipe so good it will make a mime chatty

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September 18, 3:17 PM

john What a great time of year for a crock of French onion soup. Who can resist that bubbling raft of Gruyere cheese covering the rich, aromatic broth? It's too bad you get to experience one of life's great culinary treat so rarely. That surge of excitement,... Read More
Topics: soup

Homemade Asian barbecue sauce and marinade beats the bottle

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September 16, 11:58 AM

Asian barbecue sauce photo (c) John Mitzewich Some store-bought sauces and condiments make sense. Ketchup, mayo, and mustard can all be made, but in general, for your average home cook, the price and convenience of these prepared foods doesn't usually... Read More
Topics: beef , main courses

A tuna recipe to pair with red wine

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September 13, 3:35 AM

This recipe is for those of you who love fish, but are hesitant to serve red wine for fear the food police will come and take you away. Check this easy tuna recipe out, and get ready for some red. For more info: Check out my blog, Food Wishes... Read More
Topics: seafood

Butternut squash risotto recipe for cooler days ahead

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September 10, 12:39 PM

It's the time of the year when those bright summer vegetables give way to things like squash, mushrooms, and root veggies. Here is a video recipe for a simple butternut squash risotto recipe, which will be perfect for your heartier fall menus. Enjoy.... Read More
Topics: vegetables , main courses