OMG: The Sheboygan

What is 5 inches tall but looks like it is 5 feet tall? This burger (if we can even call it that). The Sheboygan is one behemoth of a creation. With the recipe obtained from CheeseandBurger.com, it truly something to be witnessed in its full nudity. As you can see from the picture, it is first composed of a nice, thick bun. On the bottom bun, you are to pile on sauerkraut and sauteed onions. On top of that, throw on a thick, juicy hamburger patty. Further, you then pile on two, yes TWO, bratwursts and a handful of cheese curds. Finally, top it off with the top bun that is overly lathered with beer mustard. Then, you are done. Make sure that you have some scaffolding nearby because this baby might topple over. As you can see, this burger requires no messing around. None whatsoever. This burger, constructed with the help of Paul Karker, came to fruition and quickly disappeared. This burger was devoured ravenously in 10 minutes and 45 seconds. If you can beat that, I would encourage you to contact me and I will personally call you with a valid telephone number and congratulate you. It would truly be a feat. But remember, be careful with this one. It is truly a beast of a burger. It is one of the Best of the Best I have reviewed thus far.

Additional Photo Added for Effect

Price: ~$11.00

Grade: A+

Quad Steak Burrito from Taco Bell!

When I first saw that this new product from Taco Bell was available, my jaw dropped to the floor. I'm sure that I am among many who experienced the same reaction. I figured, without hearing much about the new food line, that it was just another Grilled Stuft Burrito plug. Boy, was I wrong. It is a whole new addition to our world of fast food.

As for the size of this burrito, it packs some beef! This steak burrito could bludgeon a small child if thrown or tossed towards its general direction. The quality of construction is good too, but we all know that this will vary by location and staff.

The taste of this burrito is extremely pleasurable. It is hot an very flavorful. You know that kinda-spicy sauce that is put on the chicken/steak quesadillas? That sauce is in this burrito and it adds a nice kick to it. It has a lot more flavor than the Grilled Stuft Burritos and the Quesadillas.

The only thing about this burrito that is unfortunate is that it is kind of expensive. You are looking at $4.99 for just the burrito or $5.99 for the combo (medium drink). For Taco Bell's prices, that is kinda steep. On the other hand, you do get what you pay for. You can also get the Quad Steak additive in a quesadilla, the Quad Steak Quesadilla (same prices). Other than that, well done, T-Bell.

Price: $4.99 ($5.99 combo)

Grade: B

I would have taken a picture of this new burrito but as we all know, the actual appearance of fast food is WAY different than what we see in commercials and menus. So, a picture from TacoBell.com is used.

The ABC Shooter

What goes great with any meal? A shooter! The food (or DRINK) item featured today is The ABC Shooter. There is a reason that it has such a name. The ingredients include: Amaretto (bottom), Bailey's (middle), and Cointreau (top). Because of the differing densities of these three liqueurs, they layer perfectly in a shot glass.

For the purposes of this shot, it is best made when you use the above named ingredients. But, if you are more budget-minded in these hard economic times, you could skimp a little bit on the ingredients. You could use a cheaper amaretto instead of Disaronno. You could also use any brand of Irish Cream, instead of Bailey's. Lastly, you could use plain Triple Sec (orange liqueur) instead of the luxurious Cointreau. In any of these cases, try it how it is to be intended. Then, feel free to vary it any way that you would like. This shot tastes, to say it plainly, like chocolate. The Irish Cream and the amaretto play well together like toddlers in a sandbox. The Cointreau adds a nice, light twist to it that keeps it away from the heavy side. I wouldn't say that it is fruity, but it definitely makes it have a "lighter" taste to it. Overall, a great shooter. As for now, Cheers!

Price: ~$2.00

Grade: B+

The Walking S'more at the Pearl Ice Cream Parlor in La Crosse, WI

You have to treasure the simple things in life. I was in La Crosse, Wisconsin a few months ago, October 8, 2010 to be exact. I was walking with a very special lady of mine and we stopped at a local ice cream parlor. It was called the Pearl Ice Cream Parlor. I was there getting some sort of ice cream concoction and I noticed all of the chocolate and sweets that they sold there. One of the specific things inside the counter that intrigued me the most was what they called The Walking S'more. As we all know, NON-walking s'mores contain graham crackers, a marshmallow and chocolate. In the walking s'more, it is a little bit different. It is a marshmallow, stabbed with a pretzel stick, dipped in chocolate, rolled in graham cracker crumbs. It is truly magnificent. I must say that it was incredibly delicious. You wouldn't think that something so simple would be so awesome. I only bought one, but should have bought x1000. If you are in La Crosse any time soon, don't hesitate to stop by this place and grab some ice cream and some sweets. You will sure not regret the stop.

Price: $0.75

Grade: A

McCormick Firecracker Wings

Every time I go to the store, I find that I have to buy a new spice or seasoning. Sometimes I buy a popular spice and sometimes I buy a more bizarre blend. The one that caught my eye this time was McCormick's Hot Shot! Black & Red Pepper Blend. It is a combination of ground black and red pepper with sunflower oil. On the back of the spice container, there is a recipe for Firecracker Wings. I felt as though these wings were going to pack a bit of a punch, as this seasoning brings the heat already. I must say, after making these wings, they weren't as hot as I would have expected them to be. I prefer some of these hotter foods to be biting the back of my taste buds and starting my mouth on fire. I don't know why these wings weren't as hot as they were perceived to be, but they were delicious nonetheless. I will definitely make these again, but maybe with a greater amount of Hot Shot! seasoning. The recipe and ingredients are as follows:

Firecracker Wings Recipe

Mix 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs, 1 to 2 teaspoons of Hot Shot! seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of Garlic Salt in a large, resealable bag. Mix well.

Add 2 pounds moistened chicken wing pieces, several at a time; toss to coat well.

Arrange on a single layer foil-lined baking pan.

Bake at 425 degrees for 30 minutes or until cooked through.

Enjoy!

Price: ~$11.00

Grade: B+

First Post: Lunch at Red Robin in Eau Claire, WI

The first food that is featured here is a burger that is available at Red Robin Gourmet Restaurants. It is called the Burnin' Love Burger. It is a burger that features jalapeño coins (deep-fried jalapeño slices), tangy salsa, chipotle mayo, and a spicy pepperjack cheese. It is all placed between a jalapeño-cornmeal kaiser roll.

If you haven't had food at Red Robin before, you are missing out. They are semi-known for their large burgers and endless steak fries. This is always a great place to go when you are

huuuuungry! The burgers are always good and you can tailor them to your liking. You can add various other toppings or add a second beef patty if you are a real carnivore. Red Robin never fails and when it came to my desire for a "burnin' sensation," it was able to pull through. It wasn't "outrageously" hot but it was semi-mild. I would have liked a tad more heat. Other than that, this lunch trip was a success.

Price: $9.29

Grade: B+