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Morningstar Farms Buffalo Wings Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 package of Morningstar Farms Buffalo Wings
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
- Blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for serving

Special Equipment Needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the milk into another mixing bowl.
4. Dip each Morningstar Farms Buffalo Wing into the milk, then coat it in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
5. Place the coated wings on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake the wings for 10-12 minutes, then flip them over and bake for another 10-12 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
7. While the wings are baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
8. Add the hot sauce to the melted butter and stir until combined.
9. Remove the wings from the oven and toss them in the hot sauce mixture until coated.
10. Serve the wings with blue cheese dressing and celery sticks.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20-24 minutes
Temperature:
Oven temperature: 400°F
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people.

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 260
Total fat: 11g
Saturated fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 1420mg
Total carbohydrates: 31g
Dietary fiber: 3g
Total sugars: 2g
Protein: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of flour you prefer, such as whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour.
- If you don't have hot sauce, you can use buffalo sauce or barbecue sauce instead.
- You can use any type of milk you prefer, such as almond milk or soy milk.
- If you don't have unsalted butter, you can use salted butter and reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.

Variations:
- You can add more spices to the flour mixture, such as cumin or chili powder, to customize the flavor.
- You can use different dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing or honey mustard.
- You can serve the wings with other sides, such as sweet potato fries or coleslaw.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to shake off any excess flour from the wings before baking to prevent them from becoming too dry.
- If you prefer spicier wings, you can add more hot sauce to the butter mixture.
- To make the wings extra crispy, you can broil them for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.

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

Reheating Instructions:
To reheat the wings, preheat the oven to 350°F and bake them for 10-12 minutes until heated through.

Presentation Ideas:
Serve the wings on a platter with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing on the side.

Garnishes:
Garnish the wings with chopped fresh parsley or green onions for a pop of color.

Pairings:
Serve the wings with a cold beer or a refreshing lemonade.

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Sweet potato fries
- Coleslaw
- Baked beans

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the wings are not crispy enough, you can broil them for the last 1-2 minutes of baking.
- If the wings are too spicy, you can reduce the amount of hot sauce in the recipe or serve them with a milder dipping sauce.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to cook the wings to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
- Wash your hands and any utensils or surfaces that come into contact with raw wings to prevent cross-contamination.

Food History:
Buffalo wings were invented in 1964 by Teressa Bellissimo at the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York.

Flavor Profiles:
The Morningstar Farms Buffalo Wings are spicy, savory, and slightly tangy.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve the wings as an appetizer or a main dish for a casual dinner.

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Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Savory, Crispy, Flavorful