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Gardein Buffalo Wings with Blue Cheese Dip Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 package of Gardein Buffalo Wings
- 1/2 cup of vegan mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup of vegan sour cream
- 1/4 cup of crumbled vegan blue cheese
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Celery sticks and carrot sticks for serving

Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.

2. Arrange the Gardein Buffalo Wings on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.

3. While the wings are baking, make the blue cheese dip. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, vegan sour cream, crumbled vegan blue cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

4. Once the wings are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.

5. Serve the Gardein Buffalo Wings with the blue cheese dip and celery sticks and carrot sticks on the side.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15-20 minutes
Temperature:
425°F
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 250
Fat per serving: 15g
Carbohydrates per serving: 20g
Protein per serving: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Regular mayonnaise and sour cream can be used instead of vegan versions.
- Regular blue cheese can be used instead of vegan blue cheese.

Variations:
- Use ranch dressing instead of blue cheese dip.
- Add hot sauce to the blue cheese dip for an extra kick.
- Serve the wings with a side of French fries.

Tips and tricks:
- For extra crispy wings, broil them for 1-2 minutes after baking.
- Make the blue cheese dip ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Use a food processor to blend the blue cheese into the dip for a smoother texture.

Storage instructions:
Leftover wings can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat the wings, place them on a baking sheet and bake in a 350°F oven for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the wings on a platter with the blue cheese dip in a bowl in the center. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives.

Garnishes:
Chopped parsley or chives

Pairings:
- Beer
- Soda
- Lemonade

Suggested side dishes:
- French fries
- Onion rings
- Coleslaw

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the wings are not crispy enough, broil them for 1-2 minutes after baking.
- If the blue cheese dip is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the Gardein Buffalo Wings to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
- Store leftover wings in the fridge within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
Buffalo wings were first created in Buffalo, New York in 1964 at the Anchor Bar. They were invented by Teressa Bellissimo, who deep-fried chicken wings and coated them in a spicy sauce made with hot sauce and butter.

Flavor profiles:
The Gardein Buffalo Wings are spicy and savory, with a crispy texture. The blue cheese dip is tangy and creamy, with a strong blue cheese flavor.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the Gardein Buffalo Wings with celery sticks and carrot sticks on the side, along with a cold drink.

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Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Savory, Creamy, Crunchy