Cocktails & Vegan Chicken Nuggets

Hey, Fuhgeddaboudit! The Manhattan Cocktail and MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik’n Nuggets Pairing is Freakin’ Good!

You Gotta Try this Perfect Pairing, Capisce?

The Manhattan cocktail and MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik’n Nuggets, now that’s a pairing that’s gonna knock your socks off. Listen up, the Manhattan is a classic cocktail that’s been around for over a century. It’s made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters, and garnished with a cherry. And let us tell you, it’s got a bold and complex flavor that can stand up to some serious grub. 

And that’s where the MorningStar Farms BBQ nuggets pairing comes in. These babies are classic and made with plant-based protein and have a crispy coating that’ll make your taste buds sing.

You're Killin' Me with these Flavors, Smalls!

The Manhattan cocktail is a freakin’ powerhouse drink that can handle food with strong flavors. The sweet vermouth in the cocktail complements the sweet and tangy flavor of the MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik’n Nuggets. And the whiskey in the drink can cut through the richness of the nuggets, making it a well-balanced freakin’ flavor.

Now, these MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik’n Nuggets give you a satisfying crunch with every freakin’ bite. And the BBQ flavor, fuhgeddaboudit! It’s the perfect complement to the strong flavors of the Manhattan. Trust us, this combo is legit.

How to Make the Freakin' Manhattan Cocktail

Whaddya want from me? With only three ingredients in the Manhattan, this scrumptious cocktail is freakin’ easy to make.

Manhattan cocktail ingredients

To make a Manhattan cocktail, you will need:

  • Bourbon or rye: 2 oz
  • Sweet vermouth: 1 oz
  • Angostura bitters: 2 dashes
  • Cocktail cherry for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the bourbon or rye whiskey, sweet vermouth, and bitters to a mixing glass.
  2. Fill the mixing glass with ice.
  3. Stir the ingredients together until well chilled, for approximately 30 seconds.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe.
  5. Garnish the cocktail with a cocktail cherry.
  6. Serve and enjoy!

Preppin' the MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik'n Nuggets

MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik’n Nuggets are freakin’ awesome because you don’t gotta toil in the kitchen all day to make ’em. All you gotta do is hop in a cab to the grocery store, grab a package of these scrumptious nuggets, return to your rent controlled apartment and pop ’em in the oven. Your local bodega might even carry these bad boys!

Here's what you need

  • 1 or more packages of MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik’n Nuggets
  • Baking sheet
  • Cooking spray or parchment paper

MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik'n Nuggets

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
  3. Place the nuggets on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake the nuggets for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown. Turn the nuggets over half way through baking.
  5. Remove the nuggets from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
  6. See? What’d I tell ‘ya? You can enjoy these babies in a New York minute!

Get Your Party Guests in a New York State of Mind

Now, if you’re looking to host a freakin’ Manhattan cocktail and nugget party, here are some tips to make it freakin’ awesome:

  • Create a freakin’ Manhattan cocktail bar: Set up a bar area where your guests can make their own Manhattan cocktails. Provide all the necessary ingredients, including whiskey, sweet vermouth, bitters, ice, and cherries.
  • Serve the nuggets as an appetizer: Place the MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik’n Nuggets on a platter and serve them as an appetizer. You can also provide dipping sauces, like freakin’ mustard or vegan ranch, to add some extra freakin’ flavor.
  • Offer other appetizers: In addition to the nuggets, provide other appetizers that pair well with the Manhattan cocktail, like cashew cheese and crackers or veggie charcuterie.
  • Play some freakin’ jazz music: Jazz music is the perfect accompaniment to a Manhattan cocktail and nugget party. Set up a playlist of classic jazz songs to create a sophisticated and freakin’ relaxing atmosphere.

Bada Bing, Bada Boom. That's It.

So there you have it, folks. The Manhattan cocktail and MorningStar Farms Veggie BBQ Chik’n Nuggets. It’s a pairing that’s gonna make you feel like a true New Yorker. What’s the matter with you? Go out and try it!

The Manhattan

preparation: stirred
glass: up
ice: none
garnish: cherry

bourbon or rye: 2 oz
sweet vermouth: 1 oz
angostura bitters: 2 dashes

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