Hangovers and Heartaches

Featuring the music of Robb Barkley

(Scroll down to "The Playlist" and hit play before reading... works better that way!)

Mr. Barkley... what can I say.  A restauranteur, songwriter, Chef in his on right and great friend.  We have shared many a recipe and many good times (or as we call it... Making Memories).
So, pay attention, we are both experts in the field of Hangovers... and well yeah heartaches too.  I was lucky enough to accompany ole Robb in the studio for a couple of his recordings;  great talent with a little old school style.  Could be the PBR... just saying.  So, come on in the kitchen.

The Pots are on...

The Plate...

Green Chili Grunge Burger / Sweet Potato Fries

So... You partied all night like a Rock Star. Now you're swearing it "will never happen again". There are all kinds of theories about curing this pain. Some folks prefer the "hair of the dog". My bet is on greasy grub and alcohol-absorbing carbs. (Or at least that's what I always tell myself.) So, here you go... The Hangover Helper.

Ok, get off the couch and get cookin'!

What you need...

3/4 lb ground beef (80-20)
3/4 lb ground sirloin
Brioche hamburger buns
1/4 cup cilantro
3 cloves garlic
1 4oz can chopped green chiles
1 small yellow onion chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tbs Kosher salt
1 tbs fresh ground pepper
cheddar cheese
lettuce and tomato
Spicy chipotle mayo (purchase in store or make your own... 1/2 cup mayo, a chopped chipotle, 1/4 chipotle sauce from can, mix all together)
brioche bun
one egg
1 tbs Tabasco sauce

What you do...

Heat up the grill to medium-high, about 400 degrees. 

Mix cilantro, garlic, green chiles, onion and olive oil in blender to make a paste.

Mix the "paste" in with the ground beef and sirloin. Divide to make 1/4 lb patties and salt / pepper both sides. 

Grill burgers about 3-4 min per side (only flip once). 

In the meantime... Fry one egg with a dash of Tabasco sauce. 

The last minute put a slice of cheddar on each patty.
Build your burger on a Brioche bun with spicy mayo and top with fried egg, lettuce and tomato.

Sweet Potato Fries -
Olive Oil for tossing
5 Sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch long slices
1 tbs chili powder
1 tbs smoked paprika
1 tbs Kosher salt

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.  Line a sheet tray with parchment.  Toss sweet potatoes in a large bowl coat with olive oil. Mix chili powder, paprika and salt and sprinkle on potatoes. Bake until tender, about 20 minutes,  turning occasionally.

The Playlist...

Hangovers and Heartaches

My ole buddy Robb singing about a place we've all been.  In the fashion of an old George Jones' tune, he reminds us that "Hangovers and Heartaches make a wreck of your life".  But, hey it's ok... have another beer and get back on that horse. Hey bartender, pour me a vacation. 

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The Bar...

H&H Bloody Mary

The best and spiciest Blood Mary you've ever had!

6 oz Zing Zang Bloody Mary Mix
2 oz (at least) Deep Eddy Vodka
1 Tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice
1 Tsp celery salt
1 Tsp horseradish
1 Tsp cayenne pepper
1 Tsp fresh ground pepper
2 Garlic stuffed olives
1 boiled shrimp (optional, but nice touch)
1 slice of lime for garnish
1 stalk celery
splash of Worcestershire sauce


pour Bloody Mary mix, Vodka, lime juice, salt, horseradish, and cayenne pepper in shaker.  Pour into tall glass add splash of Worcestershire and ground pepper.  Garnish with celery, olives and lime.

Step 2 (optional) chase with PBR tallboy... see don't you feel better?

Hey, you can't drink all day unless you start first thing in the morning.  Just saying...

Hangovers & Heartaches on You Tube

Available on iTunes

Have another Bloody,  

Please... Day Drink Responsibly

&

Keep on Cookin'!