Jul 14 2026
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The Whole Bird Recipe

Inspired by Yardbird Table & Bar
Time1h
Serves4

Chilled Spiced Watermelon, Sharp Cheddar Waffle, Honey Hot Sauce, Bourbon Maple Syrup - available gluten-free -

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Ingredients

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Chilled Spiced Watermelon

Sharp Cheddar Waffle

Honey Hot Sauce

Bourbon Maple Syrup

Method

Chilled Spiced Watermelon

  1. 1

    Prepare the Watermelon

    In a large bowl, combine the cubed watermelon with lime juice, chili powder, salt, and chopped mint. Toss gently to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow flavors to meld.

Sharp Cheddar Waffle

  1. 2

    Make the Waffle Batter

    In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and melted butter. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the grated cheddar cheese.

  2. 3

    Cook the Waffles

    Preheat your waffle iron. Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown and crispy.

Honey Hot Sauce

  1. 4

    Mix the Sauce

    In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over low heat until warm and well blended. Set aside.

Bourbon Maple Syrup

  1. 5

    Prepare the Syrup

    In a small bowl, mix together the maple syrup and bourbon until well combined. Set aside.

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