Happy Hour Snack Recipe
One Everything Pretzel and one OG Street Taco with a side of queso
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Ingredients
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Pretzel
Street Taco
Queso
Method
Pretzel
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, brown sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- 3
- 4
Shape the Pretzel
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Divide the dough into 8 pieces and roll each into a rope. Shape each rope into a pretzel.
- 5
Boil and Bake
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add baking soda. Boil each pretzel for 30 seconds, then place on a baking sheet. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with everything seasoning.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Street Taco
- 7
Cook the Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- 8
Add Seasoning
Stir in taco seasoning and follow package instructions for adding water. Simmer until thickened.
- 9
Assemble the Tacos
Warm corn tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with seasoned beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
- 10
Add Toppings
Top each taco with sour cream before serving.
Queso
- 11
Melt the Cheese
In a saucepan, combine processed cheese and diced tomatoes with green chilies over medium heat. Stir until melted.
- 12
Add Milk
Gradually stir in milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- 13
Optional Jalapeños
If desired, add jalapeños for an extra kick and mix well.
- 14
Garnish
Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.