Spicy Marinara Sauce

Spicy Marinara Sauce

Today we are going to be taking a look at a KILLER Spicy Marinara Sauce.  Nothing says Italian Cuisine more than a classic tomato marinara sauce.  Nowadays we are saving time by opening those bottled or canned marinara sauces at the cost of flavor.  Who makes the best spicy marinara sauce?  I have to say that the best marinara sauce is the one you slow cook at home!

Most American’s have no idea what true, homemade marinara sauce tastes like.  So let me be your genuine Italian Guido and fix that.  NEVER EVER buy canned marinara sauce again.  It’s expensive, you lose flavor and nutrients, and this one tastes much much better.

Sure it will add some time to your day, but YOLO right?  Why waste your life with crappy marinara sauce?

Now this recipe is going to take some time, so buckle up partner, I never said it would be easy, I just said that it would be worth it.

Check out our Rattlesnake Bites Copycat Recipe to pair with this marinara.

Killer Marinara Sauce

Killer Marinara Sauce

A classic tomato sauce with a spicy kick that is not overpowering. This will be an instant classic in your home and can be made in large batches and saved for later.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 Cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 6 Peeled Vine Ripened Tomatoes
  • 5 Cloves garlic diced finely
  • 3 leaves Basil diced
  • 1 small Onion diced finely
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • Tomato Paste
  • 2 tbsp Red Pepper Flakes

Instructions
 

  • Take your tomatoes and steam them for 10-15 minutes. This is to release the skin from the tomatoes. Peel the tomatoes and set aside.
  • Heat up the oil and saute the onion for about 5-6 minutes on medium heat. Add the Basil, Garlic, and Spices and add the tomatoes one by one smashing them with a potato masher or your hands, whichever you prefer.
  • Let the pot simmer for as long as you can let it simmer. Normally, this is about an hour so that all the flavors can marry.
Keyword Sauces

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Alfredo Pasta

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Alfredo Pasta

Today, we are going to take a look at an amazing recipe for my favorite pasta dish, the Spicy Chicken Chipotle Alfredo Pasta from The Cheesecake Factory.  This thing is loaded with flavor (and calories) so keep that in mind.  It is super simple to prepare, even though there seem to be a lot of moving parts, it all comes together in the end.  It is the perfect combination of spicy and sweet and savory.

Introduction to The Cheesecake Factory

If you have never been to The Cheesecake Factory, you are definitely missing out.  The huge menu is rather intimidating at first, but you soon realize that most of the menu is Cheesecake.  I think that is why the Cheesecake Factory is so well-liked.  No matter what everyone is craving, there is something for everyone.  From Cuban Sandwiches to Asian Salads, to Burritos there is something for even the pickiest of eaters.

What is the Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta from The Cheesecake Factory?

Made using Penne Pasta, the Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta has Chicken breast sauteed in honey.  The sauce is a unique sauce made from Alfredo and Chipotle peppers in Adobo Sauce.  This gives it a beautiful mild kick that you crave as well as a deep smokey flavor.  The sweetness of the honey combined with the spice of the sauce makes an amazing dish that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Make sure to check out how to make the Salad Dressing from the Olive Garden or how to make a Cuban Classic, Picadillo, which is a cheap and flavorful addition to your families dinner rotation.

Spicy Chicken Chipotle Alfredo Pasta

A spicy chicken pasta with chipotle flavors with a sweet undertone. A sure crowd pleaser.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 Chicken Breasts cut into cubes about 1/2"
  • 1 pound Penne Pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Honey
  • 1 Can Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce pureed
  • 1 Yellow Pepper chopped
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper chopped
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion
  • 4 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
  • 1 pound Fresh Asparagus
  • 6 ounces REAL Parmasean Cheese

Optional

  • Cilantro
  • Tortilla Stip Chips

Instructions
 

Prepare Vegetables and Pasta

  • Add the asparagus to the pasta water and boil for 2-3 minutes or until slightly tender. 
  • Pull out the asparagus and run under cold water to shock it and stop it from cooking.
  • Add your pasta to the water and remove when al-dente, normally 12-13 minutes rolling boil.
  • Combine lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chicken and let it marinade. 
  • Prepare your skillet with butter on medium heat. 
  • Add bell peppers and onions. 
  • Leave on the heat until translucent, stirring occasionally to make sure they do not char, then add the garlic cloves, saute for 1 minute.

Cook Chicken and Serve

  • Remove the veggies and add olive oil to your skillet
  • Add chicken to the pan and turn the heat up to medum-high. 
  • Keep on the heat until browned on all sides. 
  • Add in the honey and stir until the honey loosens up. 
  • Add the bell pepper mix. 
  • Puree the Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce can and set aside.
  • Brown the chicken on both sides and remove from heat.
  • Cook for an additional 3 minutes, then add all other ingredients (Veggies, Adobo, Pasta)
  • Make a basic Alfredo sauce (Butter, Parmesan, Heavy Cream, Black Pepper, Garlic Powder) and add in the Pureed chipotle peppers. Let it come to a simmer. Add your frozen peas to thaw in the sauce.
  • Add sauce, pasta, chicken in your pot adding the asparagus last or as a garnish. Add Cilantro or parsley and grated Parmesan as a topper. Tortilla strips if you want to be really authentic.
Keyword Copycat Recipe, The Cheesecake Factory

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Who doesn’t like a good Broccoli Cheese Soup? Well, my wife for one, but that isn’t the point.

It’s no-frills, easy, and you can add Jalapeños and bacon to it to send it over the top.

If you want another amazing recipe, try this Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta.

Broccoli Cheese Soup

Broccoli Cheese Soup

This right here is a soup for winners. Sometimes you just need a thick and hearty soup to warm the soul after a day chasing Polar Bears through the Arctic. This Broccoli Cheese Soup is super easy to make and tastes great.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 10 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups Broccoli chopped enough to go into the soup
  • 3 cups Sharp Cheddar
  • 2 cups Whole Milk
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 stalks Celery chopped
  • 8 tablespoons Salted Butter Go for salted...it just tastes better
  • 1 Yellow Onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup flour to thicken
  • 2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 large Carrot finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • Place the butter along with the chopped onion and celery into a pot and sweat these bad boys off. Once translucent, add the flour making sure to keep stirring. If you think you can stop stirring, you are wrong. Keep stirring.
  • Add the broth and continue to stir. Add in the pepper and salt. After about 2 minutes, you are going to add the rest of the ingredients and let them cook down for about 7-10 minutes. Add in the milk and cheese. Make sure to keep the temperature on a solid 4/10 on the heat scale or you will scorch it and no one likes scorched soups.
  • Garnish with some Jalapeños and some more cheddar and you got yourself an amazing soup.
Keyword Soup
Honey BBQ Sauce from Buffalo Wild Wings

Honey BBQ Sauce from Buffalo Wild Wings

If it is one thing you can set your watch to, it is the fact that whenever we go out to Buffalo Wild Wings, my wife orders the Boneless wings with Honey BBQ sauce.  She doesn’t stray from her classic order EVER.  To be fair she is consistent anytime we order any type of wing.

She is a BBQ girl.

Me on the other hand, I love to try all the different sauces like Asian Zing and the Parmesan Garlic Sauce, I have even ventured to the insanely spicy sauces.  I hope to compete in the spicy wing challenge they have.

In her honor, we present to you the Honey BBQ sauce recipe from Buffalo Wild Wings!

Check out the other Buffalo Wild Wings Sauces we have made.

Hungyr Doug - Buffalo Wild Wings: Honey BBQ

Buffalo Wild Wings Honey BBQ Sauce

Here we have the classic Honey BBQ sauce from Buffalo Wild Wings. Nice and sweet with a hint of smoke.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine American, BBQ
Servings 12 Wings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cup Ketchup
  • 1/3 Cup White Vinegar
  • 1/4 Cup Molasses
  • 1/4 Cup Honey
  • 1 tsp Liquid Smoke
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper Ground
  • 1/4 tsp Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients into a blender, then simmer in a saucepan for 30 minutes.
Keyword BBQ Sides

Parmesan Garlic Sauce from Buffalo Wild Wings

Parmesan Garlic Sauce from Buffalo Wild Wings

Welcome back everyone, it has been a while.  Today I wanted to share with you one of my favorite sauces for chicken, Parmesan Garlic Sauce.  This is one of the famous sauces from Buffalo Wild Wings that gives a nice cheesy kick to your wings.  It isn’t spicy, but you can add this to other sauces or add your own spiciness with diced jalapeños or Cayenne pepper.

 

 

Garlic Parmesan - Hungry Doug

Buffalo Wild Wings : Parmesan Garlic Sauce

Parmesan Garlic Sauce
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Course Sauce
Cuisine American, BBQ
Servings 12 Wings

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 Cup Butter melted
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1/2 Cup Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions
 

  • Add all the ingredients in a blender and then a saucepan for 20-30 minutes. Refrigerate until used.
Keyword Copycat Recipe, Sauces