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Football and buffalo wings go together like movies and popcorn. In fact, more than a billion chicken wings are typically served on Super Bowl Sunday, with the majority of those being cooked buffalo-style. And while buffalo wings are tasty, there are slews of other ways to serve up wings that are just as delicious, including the following variations:  

Teriyaki Wings

Ingredients:

  • 3 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger

Directions:

  1. Thoroughly whisk together all ingredients (except for chicken) in a glass bowl
  2. Add the wings and cover bowl with plastic
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least one hour 
  4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  5. Place chicken into a greased baking dish and bake for about one hour 

Lemony Pepper Wings

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1/4 cup virgin olive oil
  • Juice from 2 lemons
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees
  2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with a metal rack
  3. Toss the wings in a large bowl with the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper  
  4. Remove the wings from the bowl and place onto the prepared baking sheet 
  5. Bake for 50 minutes or until crispy and nicely browned 

Slow Cooker Parmesan Garlic Wings

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1/2 stick butter (melted)
  • 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan
  • Salt and pepper

Directions:

  1. Add chicken wings into a large slow cooker
  2. Mix the butter, garlic and 1 cup of the Parmesan in a bowl
  3. Season with salt and pepper
  4. Add mixture over the chicken wings and toss to coat 
  5. Cook on high for approximately 3 hours
  6. Remove chicken from slow cooker and place on baking sheets lined with parchment paper
  7. Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan and place under broiler for 5 minutes 

Do you enjoy cooking? Then please come check out our apartments in Cypress, TX that feature newly renovated chef's kitchens with a cable TV outlet and CleanSteel appliances. Our community is also pet-friendly and boasts a resort-style pool and a newly remodeled fitness center. 

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Enjoy Decorating for the Holidays While Protecting the Interior of Your Apartment https://www.carringtonatbarkercypressapts.com/blog/2019/12/03/enjoy-decorating-for-the-holidays-while-protecting-the-interior-of-your-apartment/ https://www.carringtonatbarkercypressapts.com/blog/2019/12/03/enjoy-decorating-for-the-holidays-while-protecting-the-interior-of-your-apartment/#respond Tue, 03 Dec 2019 06:50:00 +0000 http://www.carringtonatbarkercypressapts.com/blog/?p=590 When it comes to decorating apartments in Cypress, Texas for the holidays, it helps to pay attention to what you are using for adhesive. Pay attention to the type of lights you use, especially if they are going to go against a white wall. Lights can let off a bit of soot over time, leaving…

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When it comes to decorating apartments in Cypress, Texas for the holidays, it helps to pay attention to what you are using for adhesive. Pay attention to the type of lights you use, especially if they are going to go against a white wall. Lights can let off a bit of soot over time, leaving a darkened smudge on your walls. If you want to have your lights on all the time, consider how close they are to any white walls that you have.

Use Decorative, Removable Hooks

Hooks don't have to leave permanent damage to your walls when you want to decorate for the holidays. You can find all kinds of decorative hooks that can hold several pounds of weight without leaving a permanent mark. Once you are done with the removable hook, you can pull the adhesive, and the hook comes off the wall. Choose from a variety of options when you are looking for decorative hooks to use.

Pay Attention to the Amount of Glitter You Use

Glitter can get into all types of crevices when it is abundant in the decorations that you use. Look over your decorations to see which ones could be shedding too much glitter around your home. Beyond glitter, take into consideration anything that could be falling off of your ornaments and get rid of anything that is breaking apart.

Stay Away From Fire Hazards

If you are going to use a live tree in your home, make sure that you keep the water reservoir filled. Check your tree periodically to make sure the branches aren't too dry. Check the lights you are going to use, checking the wiring to make sure it is intact. Avoid putting too many candles in your decor, and don't light candles if you aren't going to be in the room. Consider battery-operated candles instead of those that you plug in to avoid overloading your electrical sockets. 

As you decorate your home for the holidays, keep it simple. If you are looking for a new apartment in the Cypress area, give us a call to see what options we have available.

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