2 Minute Gourmet Meal Essay Example
Hello and welcome to “2 Minute Gourmet Meals” with your host, Mike Smith. Today, I have something really special for you guys. This delicious little dish takes us to our southern neighbors in the Caribbean who also happen to be famous for their marijuana products… Jamaica mon! The Jamaican Beef Patty is a tasty little treat that is sure to satisfy your munchies. It is quick, simple, and delicious… just how you like it. As its name suggests, it originated in Jamaica, but in the 1960s and 70s, it migrated to New York City. Ever since, it has been quite a popular entrée in your average NYC deli because it is traditionally one of the very few hot foods they sell. As a result, they were a huge part of my balanced diet as a young teenager so they hold dear to me. Besides that, they were, and still are, cheap to make and buy so while they won’t disturb your wallet, they will surly excite your taste buds. Now that you know a little bit of history, let’s get started!
Step one: supplies. Assuming you have a microwave, the first thing you are going to want to do is go down to your local Stop and Shop and purchase a box of Tower Isle’s Jamaican style beef patties, which will be located in the freezer aisle. While you are at the store, you may also want to pick up your favorite cheese and hot sauce, which are optional although I highly recommend you do so. However, for today’s show, I will only be using Cracker Barrel Sharp Cheddar Cheese. Once you have all of these supplies, this is when the fun begins!
Step two: cook. First thing you’re going to want to do is remove the frozen Jamaican beef patty from the box. However, do not open the package. Now place the entire package in the microwave for one minute on high. While that is heating, you might want to be ambitious by multitasking and cutting the cheese had you not already done so. Once the microwave beeps, check to see if the patty is lukewarm. If so, and the cutting is done, you are now going to take