The Recipe with Kenji and Deb - What to Bring To Your Next Traitors Watch Party
Kelsey McKenny seeks advice on creating a signature treat for social gatherings, similar to the brownies her mother made. Deb suggests making 'infinitely adaptable blondies,' which are easy to prepare and customizable with various ingredients like candy, nuts, or even bourbon. These blondies bake in 20-25 minutes and can be tailored to personal taste preferences. Kenji offers a savory alternative with pull-apart garlic knots, which can be made using store-bought or homemade pizza dough. The dough is cut, tied into knots, tossed in garlic butter, and baked in a cast iron pan. These knots are served with marinara sauce, providing a delicious and interactive eating experience.
Key Points:
- Infinitely adaptable blondies can be customized with various ingredients like candy, nuts, or bourbon.
- Blondies bake in 20-25 minutes, making them a quick and easy treat.
- Pull-apart garlic knots use pizza dough, garlic butter, and are baked in a cast iron pan.
- Garlic knots are served with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Both recipes offer flexibility and are suitable for social gatherings.
Details:
1. 🍫 Childhood Memories of Brownies
1.1. Nostalgic Brownie Memories
1.2. Searching for a New Tradition
2. 🍪 Exploring Infinitely Adaptable Blondies
- The blondies recipe is one of the earliest on the website and is termed 'infinitely adaptable' due to its flexibility.
- The base of the recipe starts with melted butter, with an option to use brown butter for added flavor.
- Baking time is between 20 to 25 minutes, allowing for quick preparation.
- The recipe permits a wide range of additions, such as any kind of candy, nuts, espresso powder, or almond extract, making it highly customizable.
3. 🧄 Savory Pull-Apart Garlic Knots
- Start with either store-bought or homemade pizza dough; both options are suitable.
- Divide the dough into small, equal pieces, approximately 1 inch in size, to ensure even cooking.
- Tie each piece into a knot shape, which adds texture and helps trap flavor.
- Prepare a garlic butter mixture using fresh garlic and butter; toss the dough knots in this mixture to infuse flavor.
- Arrange the coated knots closely in a cast iron pan, ensuring they are snug to create the pull-apart effect.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes or until the knots are golden brown.
- Serve the freshly baked garlic knots with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, enhancing the flavor profile and providing a classic complement.