Harlem Recipes

HARLEM MEATLOAF

Steps:

• 1. Pre-heat oven to 350° and arrange a rack in the middle. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and set it aside.
• 2. Whisk 1/4 cup of the ketchup, 2 teaspoons of the Worcestershire, and 1 teaspoon of the Tabasco in a small bowl until smooth; set aside.
• 3. Whisk the remaining 1/2 cup of ketchup, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire, and 2 teaspoons of Tabasco in a large bowl until smooth. Add the remaining ingredients. Using clean hands, mix until everything is just combined (don't squeeze or overwork the mixture).
• 4. Transfer the mixture to the center of the prepared baking sheet. Using your hands, form it into a 7-by-4-inch loaf. Bake until the meatloaf is just starting to brown, about 35 minutes. Remove from oven.
• 5. Evenly spread all of the reserved ketchup mixture over the top and sides of the meatloaf. Continue baking until the glaze darkens slightly, about 20 to 25 minutes more. Transfer the baking sheet to a wire rack and let the meatloaf cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

HARLEM SAUCE

Steps:

• In a medium sauce pot, gently melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
• Add ketchup, tomato sauce, lemon juice, vinegar, mustard, and hot sauce - stir or whisk to combine.
• Add cayenne powder, garlic, parsley, onion powder, and water - stir or whisk to combine.
• Raise heat to Medium-High and cook until boiling. Boil for about a minute or two.
• Turn down heat to Medium and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.
• Take sauce pot off heat and let cool for 1 hour.
• Use as a marinade for 6-8 boneless chicken breasts. Poke chicken all over with a fork, and marinate in a large, resealable plastic bag or container for 4-24 hours in the refrigerator.
• Grill for 10-12 minutes each side, or bake uncovered at 400 degrees for 20 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes after cooking. (Double cooking time if using bone-in chicken).
• Important! --> Boil remaining marinade for 5 minutes, if extra sauce is desired - brush on while grilling.

HARLEM

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass and stir well. Strain into a cocktail glass.