Parmesan Crusted Mac N’ Cheese Balls

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Scott Bender

Parmesan Crusted Mac N’ Cheese Balls – Locals Only Video Recipe

Combining our childhood favorites of Goldfish and Mac N’ Cheese! Again with this one you could swap out flavors of Goldfish to create unique flavors like a BBQ or a Spicy version.

Super easy to make and way too easy to eat.

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You’ll need: 2 Cups of leftover Mac N’ Cheese (I used Kraft from the night before, but you could also make some fresh and then just throw it in the freezer or fridge until it hardens)
1 Cup of Shredded Cheese
1-2 Cups of Goldfish Crackers
2 Eggs
1-2 Cups of Flour
1 Cup of Italian Breadcrumbs
(Marinara for dipping, more Parmesan for topping)

1) Take cold Mac and mix in some Shredded Cheese
2) Roll into Balls and make sure they’re pretty solid
3) Place on oiled baking pan and then throw them in the freezer for 2 hours
5) Crush Goldfish and Mix in with Italian Bread Crumbs and place in a bowl
6) Mix 2 Eggs in a second bowl
7) Pour flour into a third Bowl
8) Once you take the Mac N Cheese balls out of the freezer, preheat the oven to 425 degrees
9) Take 1 Mac Ball and dip in egg wash, then flour, then egg wash, then goldfish/bread crumb mixture, place back on oiled baking pan
10) Place the Mac Balls in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes

Enjoy with a side dipping sauce (Marinara) and top with some grated Parmesan.

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Flaming Hot Cheeto Onion Rings Wrapped in Bacon

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Scott Bender

How to make Bacon Wrapped Flaming Hot Cheeto Onion Rings! – Locals Only Recipe Video

This recipe takes the Onion Ring game to a whole new level. And just think of the possibilities with the variety of chips (BBQ, Sour Cream and Onion etc.) you could use PLUS I used the coating on some chicken and it turned out excellent. Also wrapped it in bacon of course.

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You’ll need: 1 Sweet Onion, 1 Bag of Flaming Hot Cheetos, 2-3 Cups of Flour, 3 Eggs, 1 package of Bacon (Alternatively you could make this ‘low fat’ and used Baked Cheetos and Turkey Bacon)

1) Dice Onion into Rings
2) Crush 1 Bag of Flaming Hot Cheetos (I put in a ziplock and stepped on them… you want them to be really fine)
3) Crack and Stir 3 Eggs
5) Pour 2-3 Cups of Flour into a Bowl
6) Preheat oven to 425 degrees
7) Take Onion, dip in egg, then flour, then egg again, then cheetos and lay on a greased baking sheet
8) Let mixture harden for a minute or two, then wrap in Bacon (I cut my bacon into thin strips but either way can work)
9) Bake rings for 25 minutes
10) Heat up a side of Queso for dipping and enjoy!

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Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Scott Bender

How to make Buffalo Chicken Sliders – Locals Only Recipe Video

A homemade recipe video that is perfect for lazy sundays. Plus you can use this recipe to put on several other dishes like nachos, salads, pizzas etc.

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You’ll need: 2-4 thawed Chicken Breasts, 1-2 cups of Hot Sauce or Buffalo Sauce, 1 onion, 2-3 Jalapenos, Ranch, Some Sweet Hawaiian Slider/Dinner Rolls, some Cheese (any kind will do, I used shredded Mozz.), lettuce.

1) Place chicken in Slow Cooker
2) Cover in Buffalo Sauce (there should be a thin layer covering the entire bottom)
3) Heat on HIGH and let sit for 4 hours
5) Dice onion and jalapeno
6) Shred chicken with 2 forks until it’s the right consistency
7) Put lettuce, onion, jalapeno, cheese, ranch on roll
8) Scoop chicken onto roll and there ya go!
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5 Easy Exercises to Do At Home

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Scott Bender

I eat a lot.  I drink a lot.  And I’m not talking about salads and coconut water.  If you have seen any of my Locals Only posts on social media than you know I am a glutton for all things unhealthy.  Is that Chicken…Can you add Bacon?  Is that a burger…Can you add cheese?  Beer…Bud Light was for beer pong in my parents basement.  So a questions I get asked a lot is, “Why are you not fat?”  And aside from my other gluttonous addiction to adventure which helps me stay in shape, it really is because I do these 5 simple routines every other day.  I don’t know a ton about nutrition or vitamins and I am not a fitness professional… but these 5 exercises have definitely helped me shed some pizza crust.  I’m not a thin crust, but at least I’m not a deep dish either.

So if you’re broke like me and can’t afford a $100/month gym or if you don’t have the time… try these simple things at home and see if it helps.  If not, go to a person who actually knows what they’re talking about.   Continue reading →

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Zucchini Taco Boats

Posted on January 31, 2016 by Scott Bender

How to make Zucchini Taco Boats – Locals Only Recipe Video (10 steps, 90 second video)

A homemade recipe video for an unique and amazing meal that is a healthier version of a normal Taco Night… Enjoy Zucchini Taco Boats!

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You’ll need: 3 Zucchinis, 1 White Onion, 2 Jalapenos, 1 lb Ground Turkey, Salsa, Taco Seasoning, Cheese, Oil

1) Cut the ends of your Zucchini and then cut in half (long ways)
2) Scoop the inside out of the Zucchini to make it a ‘boat’ shape, but leave enough so it can hold the Taco ingredients.
3) Dice your Onion and Jalapeno (leave some on the side for later)
4) Heat your oil in a large skillet
5) Brown Onions, toss in Jalapenos, and then Ground Turkey
6) Once Turkey is browned, mix in the Taco Seasoning and some water
7) Fill your Zucchini Boats with the Taco Meat
8) Top with raw Onions and Jalapenos, Salsa, Cheese
9) Bake at 400* for 30 minutes
10) Top with some more raw Jalapenos and Enjoy!

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10 Fun Things to do in L.A (That you might not have known about)

Posted on January 26, 2016 by Scott Bender

Los Angeles can be overwhelmingly huge.  I have lived here for 5 years and if I go anywhere outside my neighborhood you better believe I’m GPS’ing my way there.  With a city so big and traffic so bad, it can make exploring a little difficult.  A lot of times my friends will text me asking for something fun and unique to do around LA that isn’t on every BuzzFeed or Thrillist list out there, so I figured I would compile some ideas on Locals Only… since we’re just a little smaller than BuzzFeed.  In no particular order, here’s a list of 10 things I have done in and around LA that are worth checking out:

1.  Oak Tree Gun Club | 23121 Coltrane Ave, Newhall, CA 91321

This place brings me back to my Missouri roots. You don’t need any training or permits, you can simply show up and rent your gun and shoot some targets. They have an artillery of rentals as well but each genre (Handgun, Rifle, Shotgun) is a separate fee but the guns within that genre are interchangeable… so you can go from a glock to a 9mm to a Clint Eastwood style 6 shooter. They also have Clay and Skeet shooting which not to brag, but I am fucking amazing at. And the kicker, they also have an archery range! The whole place is outdoors so go on a sunny day and have a blast. Plus they have pretty good food for super cheap (and beer but only after you shoot).

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White Bean Chicken Chili

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Scott Bender

 

Locals Only homemade recipe video for an easy and quick to make ‘White Bean Chicken Chili (or Soup)’.

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You’ll need: 1 Onion, some Garlic, 1 Avocado, Cheese, a couple Jalapenos and Serrano Peppers, Chili Powder, Black Pepper, 1-2 cans Chicken Broth, 1 Can White Beans, 1 Cup Salsa Verde, 1 Whole Chicken (Roasted)

1) Dice Onions, Garlic and Peppers
2) Shred Roasted Chicken
3) Strain Beans
4) On Medium/High Heat throw some Olive Oil in a Pot and then add Onion, Garlic, Peppers and let cook for a couple minutes
5) Add your Chicken Broth (however thick or soup-y you want your Chili)
6) Add Chicken, Beans, Salsa Verde, Chili Pepper and Black Pepper
7) Bring to Boil, Cover, Reduce Heat (10 minutes)
8) Dice an Avocado, Jalapeno, and get some Cheese out
9) Once Chili has simmered for 10 minutes, scoop into bowl and top with the Avo, Jala, and Cheese.

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Tomato Soup in a Cheesy Bread Bowl (with Grilled Cheese)

Posted on January 17, 2016 by Scott Bender

 

Locals Only homemade recipe video for a Tomato Soup in a Cheesy Bread Bowl with a Grilled Cheese topper.

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Homemade Meatballs and ‘Blunts’

Posted on December 27, 2015 by Scott Bender

Locals Only “Fun Sized” are short how-to videos on making great meals that don’t break the bank and are easy to follow.

Sunday Night Meal: Homemade Slow Cooked Stuffed Meatballs and Crescent Roll Blunts! Hope you like it!

You’ll need: Meat (I used Ground Turkey), Jalapeno, Onion, Cheese, Seasoning, Tomato Sauce, Crescent Rolls.

Optional: BBQ Sauce, Sriracha, Mushrooms.

1) Dice Jalapeno and Onions. Mince Garlic.
2) Crack 2 Eggs into Bowl along with Meat
3) Mix in Seasonings and Cheese (including BBQ and Sriracha)
4) Form Meatballs
5) Heat Oil in Large Skillet
6) Brown the Meatballs
7) Pour Tomato Sauce into Slow Cooker on Low Heat
8) Gently place Meatballs into the Sauce (optionally add mushrooms)
9) Let cook for 4-5 hours
10) Carve out some bread, toast it, fill it with the meatballs and sauce… top with cheese, fresh onions and jalapeno.

Blunts
1) Flatten on Crescent Rolls on Greased Baking Sheet
2) Fill with Meatballs
3) Roll into “Blunts”
4) Top with Parmesan Cheese
5) Bake at 375 for 10-12 minutes

Enjoy!

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Crispy Baked Salmon and Brussel Sprouts

Posted on December 20, 2015 by Scott Bender

Locals Only “Fun Sized” are short how-to videos on making great meals that don’t break the bank or take hours of prep and work.

Sunday Night Meal: Crispy Baked Salmon and Brussel Sprouts! Super easy to make and actually healthy. I am still relatively new to cooking Fish and this turned out really nice! Hope you like it!

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