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Kentucky Derby

Friday, May 4, 2012

Pony Up and Party – It’s Derby Day, a History

Mint juleps, country ham and Louisville culinary specialties as Derby Pie and Benedictine cucumber sandwiches are best bets to serve to make a winning Derby Day throw-down.

The race is on at Churchill Downs for more than the thoroughbreds and jockeys riding in this year’s 138th Kentucky Derby. And this week's articles will help Arnold residents savor some of the Derby's favorite recipes. Churchill Downs’ chefs are racing to finish last minute preparations to serve the 160, 000 hungry fans expected during Derby Day. Overseeing this year’s food service is Churchill Down’s Executive Chef Jo-Jo Doyle who designs the menus served throughout the track. Menus vary depending on where you are. About 9,000 people will eat in the premium dining areas including Millionaires Row where you can bet Churchill Downs famous Barbecue Shrimp and Cheddar Grits will be serve. Nachos and pulled pork sandwiches are Infield …

Derby Day Recipes

The Kentucky Derby is on Saturday, May 5, and here a few ways to enjoy the race day experience.

Here's some Kentucky Derby recipes to help you enjoy Saturday's race. For a history of the recipes, check the related article. The Kentucky Derby Mint Julep (Courtesy Churchill Downs Chef Jo Jo Doyle) To make the simple syrup: In a 1 1/2-quart saucepan combine sugar and water bring to a boil for five minutes. Remove from heat and add a few mint sprigs; cover and cool to room temperature. Keep mint syrup refrigerated until ready to use. To make the julep fill glasses with crushed ice and top with a tablespoon of the mint flavored simple syrup and 2-ounces of bourbon. Stir and garnish with a mint sprig.  Recipe makes enough for 8 mint juleps Churchill Downs Barbecue Shrimp with Cheddar Grits (Courtesy Churchill Downs Chef Jo Jo Doyle) Heat …

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