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Churchill Downs Racetrack Releases Official Menu for 149th Kentucky Derby

Chef Kenneth Hardiman Brings Modern Twist to Louisville Flavors for this year’s Run for the Roses®

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. /PRNewswire/ — Churchill Downs Racetrack today released the official menu of the 149th Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve, signaling the start of spring and the much-awaited countdown to one of the most storied sports traditions. For the second year in a row, Chef and Culinary Expert Kenneth Hardiman curated the official racetrack menu, which will feature an array of delectable dishes, serving guests visiting Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Oaks on Friday, May 5, and the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 6.

In addition to being The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®, the Kentucky Derby is also an iconic cultural and culinary event rooted in southern tradition. While the races are undoubtedly the main attraction, the food and beverages served at the Kentucky Derby are equally as exciting. This year's menu promises to elevate classic Kentucky dishes with a fresh twist, featuring locally sourced dairy and produce items that capture the essence of Louisville's unique flavors.  "Leading the culinary team at the Kentucky Derby is one of the highest honors a chef can have, and I'm excited for the opportunity to add to the Kentucky Derby's rich culinary legacy again this year," said Chef Kenneth Hardiman, who will helm the culinary operation for track hospitality partner Levy. "Moments like the Kentucky Derby challenge and motivate us chefs to be at our best, to focus on all of the details, from the seasonal ingredients we source all the way down to the garnishes, in order to create amazing food and beverage experiences for our guests who enjoy the event in different ways."  Coinciding with the array of traditional menu items, Churchill Downs will also be pouring classic Kentucky beverages and serving up signature Kentucky Derby cocktails for all attendees to enjoy at the track.  For more information, including recipes and images for the official menu, please visit kentuckyderby.com/officialderbymenu. To learn additional details about this year's race, please visit kentuckyderby.com.  The Official Kentucky Derby 149 Food Menu  Kentucky Bibb Greens 
Seasonal berry, toasted almond, poppy seed, raspberry vinaigrette  Heirloom Grain Salad 
Sundried cherry and apricot, carrot, pepita, citrus vinaigrette  Mashed Sweet Potatoes 
Woodford Reserve Bourbon® brown butter, herb, candied spiced pecan  Cheesy Creamed Corn 
Crispy jalapeno, Kenny's Cheddar Cheese, pimento  Glazed Spring Vegetables 
Spring squash, carrot, parsnip, pomegranate seed  Seared Chicken Breast 
Local honey glaze, scallion, benne seed, citrus  Roasted Sliced Pork Loin Medallions 
Sweet Onion, green peppercorn demi-glace  Kentucky Derby 149 Beverage Menu  Old Forester Mint Julep 
Old Forester, simple syrup, fresh mint, crushed ice  Finlandia® Oaks Lily® 
Finlandia, sweet and sour, Triple Sec, cranberry juice, blackberries, lemon wedge, crushed ice  Woodford Reserve Spire
Woodford Reserve, lemonade, cranberry juice, lemon twist, ice  Herradura Horseshoe Margarita 
Herradura Silver, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, lime wheel, ice  2020 Kendall-Jackson Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County  2021 Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay Mendocino County  Kentucky Derby Dining By The Numbers:  More than 200,000 expected dining guests in attendance
24,000 meals are expected to be served on Oaks and Derby Days in premium areas
5,000 lbs of pork will be used
2,800 gallons of dairy will be used
400 lbs of local cheeses will be used
More than 1,000 culinary and support staff will be on-site
Kentucky Derby Beverages By The Numbers:  145,000 Mint Juleps are expected to be poured
1,500 lbs of mint for Mint Juleps will be used
500 crates of blackberries will be used
24,000 bottles of Old Forester Mint Julep Bourbon Cocktail are expected to be used
20,000 bottles of Woodford Reserve are expected to be used
About Chef Kenneth Hardiman 
Chef Hardiman has once again joined Churchill Downs as the Chef and Culinary Expert for the 149th Kentucky Derby following his inaugural year as Chef for last year's Derby. A culinary leader at Levy, the hospitality partner of Churchill Downs, with more than a decade of experience, Hardiman has created award-winning food and beverage experiences at many of the most well-known venues, including Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks. In addition to having won several prestigious culinary awards, Hardiman is passionate about helping the lives of others.  About the Kentucky Derby 
The $3 million Kentucky Derby takes place on the first Saturday in May at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Inaugurated in 1875, the legendary 1 1/4-mile race for three-year-olds is the longest continually-held major sporting event in North America and the first leg of horse racing's Triple Crown series. Also known as, "The Run for the Roses" and "The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports," the Kentucky Derby is the most attended horserace in the nation. The 149th Kentucky Derby will take place on May 6, 2023. For more information, please visit www.KentuckyDerby.com.   SOURCE Churchill Downs Racetrack

In addition to being The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports®, the Kentucky Derby is also an iconic cultural and culinary event rooted in southern tradition. While the races are undoubtedly the main attraction, the food and beverages served at the Kentucky Derby are equally as exciting. This year’s menu promises to elevate classic Kentucky dishes with a fresh twist, featuring locally sourced dairy and produce items that capture the essence of Louisville’s unique flavors.

“Leading the culinary team at the Kentucky Derby is one of the highest honors a chef can have, and I’m excited for the opportunity to add to the Kentucky Derby’s rich culinary legacy again this year,” said Chef Kenneth Hardiman, who will helm the culinary operation for track hospitality partner Levy. “Moments like the Kentucky Derby challenge and motivate us chefs to be at our best, to focus on all of the details, from the seasonal ingredients we source all the way down to the garnishes, in order to create amazing food and beverage experiences for our guests who enjoy the event in different ways.”

Coinciding with the array of traditional menu items, Churchill Downs will also be pouring classic Kentucky beverages and serving up signature Kentucky Derby cocktails for all attendees to enjoy at the track.

For more information, including recipes and images for the official menu, please visit kentuckyderby.com/officialderbymenu. To learn additional details about this year’s race, please visit kentuckyderby.com.

The Official Kentucky Derby 149 Food Menu

Kentucky Bibb Greens 
Seasonal berry, toasted almond, poppy seed, raspberry vinaigrette

Heirloom Grain Salad 
Sundried cherry and apricot, carrot, pepita, citrus vinaigrette

Mashed Sweet Potatoes 
Woodford Reserve Bourbon® brown butter, herb, candied spiced pecan

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Cheesy Creamed Corn 
Crispy jalapeno, Kenny’s Cheddar Cheese, pimento

Glazed Spring Vegetables 
Spring squash, carrot, parsnip, pomegranate seed

Seared Chicken Breast 
Local honey glaze, scallion, benne seed, citrus

Roasted Sliced Pork Loin Medallions 
Sweet Onion, green peppercorn demi-glace

Kentucky Derby 149 Beverage Menu

Old Forester Mint Julep 
Old Forester, simple syrup, fresh mint, crushed ice

Finlandia® Oaks Lily® 
Finlandia, sweet and sour, Triple Sec, cranberry juice, blackberries, lemon wedge, crushed ice

Woodford Reserve Spire
Woodford Reserve, lemonade, cranberry juice, lemon twist, ice

Herradura Horseshoe Margarita 
Herradura Silver, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, lime wheel, ice

2020 Kendall-Jackson Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County

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2021 Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay Mendocino County

Kentucky Derby Dining By The Numbers:

  • More than 200,000 expected dining guests in attendance
  • 24,000 meals are expected to be served on Oaks and Derby Days in premium areas
  • 5,000 lbs of pork will be used
  • 2,800 gallons of dairy will be used
  • 400 lbs of local cheeses will be used
  • More than 1,000 culinary and support staff will be on-site

Kentucky Derby Beverages By The Numbers:

  • 145,000 Mint Juleps are expected to be poured
  • 1,500 lbs of mint for Mint Juleps will be used
  • 500 crates of blackberries will be used
  • 24,000 bottles of Old Forester Mint Julep Bourbon Cocktail are expected to be used
  • 20,000 bottles of Woodford Reserve are expected to be used

About Chef Kenneth Hardiman 
Chef Hardiman has once again joined Churchill Downs as the Chef and Culinary Expert for the 149th Kentucky Derby following his inaugural year as Chef for last year’s Derby. A culinary leader at Levy, the hospitality partner of Churchill Downs, with more than a decade of experience, Hardiman has created award-winning food and beverage experiences at many of the most well-known venues, including Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks. In addition to having won several prestigious culinary awards, Hardiman is passionate about helping the lives of others.

About the Kentucky Derby 
The $3 million Kentucky Derby takes place on the first Saturday in May at historic Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Inaugurated in 1875, the legendary 1 1/4-mile race for three-year-olds is the longest continually-held major sporting event in North America and the first leg of horse racing’s Triple Crown series. Also known as, “The Run for the Roses” and “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports,” the Kentucky Derby is the most attended horserace in the nation. The 149th Kentucky Derby will take place on May 6, 2023. For more information, please visit www.KentuckyDerby.com. 

SOURCE Churchill Downs Racetrack

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Quick Teriyaki Chicken Bowl Recipe Using Foster Farms Precooked Strips

Quick 10-minute teriyaki chicken bowl using Foster Farms precooked chicken strips, store-bought teriyaki sauce, and rice. Fast, easy, and customizable weeknight meal.

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Quick 10-minute teriyaki chicken bowl using Foster Farms precooked chicken strips, store-bought teriyaki sauce, and rice. Fast, easy, and customizable weeknight meal.

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When you need a fast, flavorful meal without the fuss, a teriyaki chicken bowl is one of the easiest dishes you can throw together. Using Foster Farms precooked chicken breast strips, store-bought teriyaki sauce, and ready-to-heat rice, you can have dinner on the table in about ten minutes — no chopping, marinating, or complicated prep required.

A Weeknight Staple

This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, work-from-home lunches, or those moments when you want something warm and satisfying without relying on takeout. With precooked chicken, most of the work is already done for you. All you’re really doing is heating, mixing, and assembling.

A complete teriyaki bowl in ten minutes — no takeout required.

Ingredients

1–2 cups cooked rice (microwaveable rice packets work great) 1 cup Foster Farms precooked chicken breast strips ¼–½ cup teriyaki sauce, depending on how saucy you like it 1 cup of vegetables (fresh, steamed, or frozen) Optional toppings: sesame seeds, green onion, pineapple chunks, spicy mayo, red pepper flakes

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1. Prep the Base

Start with your rice. If you’re using microwave rice, it heats up in about 60–90 seconds. Leftover rice works just as well — just warm it in a bowl before assembling the dish.

2. Heat the Chicken

Foster Farms precooked chicken strips make this step incredibly simple. Just heat them in a skillet for a couple of minutes or microwave them for under a minute. Add a few tablespoons of teriyaki sauce and stir to coat the chicken evenly.

3. Add the Vegetables

This bowl works with almost any vegetable you enjoy. Frozen stir-fry mixes are quick and convenient, while steamed broccoli or carrots add color and crunch. Toss the veggies into the pan with the chicken so they absorb the teriyaki flavor.

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4. Build Your Bowl

Add your rice to a serving bowl and top it with the teriyaki chicken and vegetables. If you want a richer flavor, drizzle on a little extra teriyaki sauce.

5. Customize With Toppings

Finish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, or a drizzle of spicy mayo. Pineapple adds a sweet touch that pairs perfectly with teriyaki, giving your bowl a subtle Hawaiian twist.

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Why This Recipe Works

What makes this meal so appealing is its flexibility. Use whatever rice you have on hand, swap in your favorite veggies, and adjust the sauce level to your own taste. It’s fast, affordable, and customizable — ideal for anyone looking to simplify their cooking without sacrificing flavor.

Do you have your own fast weeknight recipes or kitchen shortcuts? Share them with us in the comments or tag @STM Daily News on social media. We love spotlighting great ideas from our readers!

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Grazing and Gifting: Sweet Solutions for the Holiday Rush

Grazing and Gifting: hMake holiday entertaining and gifting easy with Florida Citrus. Discover delightful recipes—like Scallops with Grapefruit Butter and Citrus Salad with Burrata—and send sweet, healthy citrus gift baskets to loved ones for a memorable, stress-free season.

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Grazing and Gifting: Sweet Solutions for the Holiday Rush

(Family Features) If you feel yourself slipping into the last-minute rush of the holiday season, still searching for dazzling recipes and abundant gifts, rest assured – you’re not alone. Light, refreshing ingredients for spectacular meals are just a click away, and they can make for the perfect presents, too. 17755 detail embed 4Abundantly sweet and simple, Florida Citrus Gifts are a simple way to share holiday cheer with family, friends and loved ones. From cheerful boxes to beautiful baskets and more, they offer options in all shapes and sizes, loaded with freshly picked tangerines, grapefruits, oranges and mandarins. They’re easy to send and even easier to enjoy, providing a one-of-a-kind (and healthy) way to share holiday cheer in memorable meals like Scallops with Florida Grapefruit Butter, sure to become a household favorite for years to come. Pair it with a light and refreshing Florida Citrus Salad with Burrata featuring fresh grapefruit and oranges mingling with peppery arugula and creamy burrata to bring a bit of balance to holiday dining. No festivity is complete without libations, and this Florida Grapefruit Brandy Sour can be a staple at your beverage station. Just mix freshly squeezed Florida Grapefruit juice with brandy, simple syrup, bitters and egg white (for froth) then finish with sparkling water. Find deliciously thoughtful ways to share the sweetness of the season with loved ones by visiting PickFLA.com, which features an interactive map to find a range of gift options that fit your holiday needs.   17755 detail embed 1

Florida Grapefruit Brandy Sour

Recipe courtesy of the Florida Department of Citrus Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 1
  • 1 3/4    ounces brandy
  • 2 1/2    ounces freshly squeezed Florida Grapefruit Juice
  • 1/3       ounce simple syrup, or to taste
  • 2          dashes bitters
  • 1          egg white
  • ice cubes
  • 1          ounce sparkling water
  • Florida Grapefruit twist, for garnish
  1. In cocktail shaker, add brandy, Florida Grapefruit juice, simple syrup, bitters and egg white. Shake vigorously 15-20 seconds to create frothy texture.
  2. Add ice cubes to shaker and shake 15 seconds to chill drink.
  3. Strain into chilled coupe or rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Pour light splash of sparkling water over top to enhance effervescence.
  5. Garnish with grapefruit twist.
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Scallops with Florida Grapefruit Butter

Recipe courtesy of the Florida Department of Citrus Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 3 minutes Servings: 4
  • 2          Florida Grapefruit
  • 1          fennel bulb
  • 3          tablespoons olive oil, plus additional for searing, divided
  • 1          tablespoon sherry vinegar
  • 1/8       teaspoon, plus 1 pinch, salt, divided, to taste
  • 1/8       teaspoon, plus 1 pinch, pepper, divided, to taste
  • 1          small bunch fresh cilantro
  • 12        scallops with empty shells
  • 1          tablespoon butter
  1. Peel and cut one Florida Grapefruit into segments. Squeeze remaining grapefruit and reserve juice.
  2. Wash and finely chop fennel. In bowl, mix fennel with olive oil, sherry vinegar and 1 pinch salt and pepper.
  3. Mix and add fresh cilantro. Keep a few leaves for garnish.
  4. In hot frying pan, drizzle with olive oil then sear scallops 1 minute on each side.
  5. Remove scallops from pan then deglaze with reserved Florida Grapefruit juice. Let it simmer slightly and add butter to make sauce. Add 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper.
  6. Place 1 tablespoon fennel salad in washed shell, top with three scallops and coat with grapefruit butter.
  7. Finish with reserved cilantro leaves and fresh grapefruit segments.
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Florida Citrus Salad with Burrata

Recipe courtesy of the Florida Department of Citrus Florida Citrus Vinaigrette:
  • 1/3       cup Florida Grapefruit Juice
  • 1/3       cup Florida Orange Juice
  • 2          teaspoons orange zest
  • 2          tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2          teaspoons honey
  • 1          tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/3       cup olive oil
  • 2          tablespoons shallots
  • sea salt, to taste
  • fresh pepper, to taste
Pickled Onion:
  • 1          red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2       cup white vinegar or cider vinegar
  • 1/2       cup water
  • 1          tablespoon sugar
  • 1          teaspoon salt
Burrata Salad:
  • 4          Florida Grapefruit, peeled and cut into segments
  • 3          oranges, peeled and cut into segments
  • 1          bunch radishes, sliced thin and cut into sticks
  • 1/3       cup pistachios, grilled and coarsely chopped
  • 1          cup arugula
  • 2          tablespoons dill, chopped
  • sea salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 8          ounces burrata
  1. To make vinaigrette: In small bowl, mix Florida Grapefruit Juice, Florida Orange Juice, orange zest, cider vinegar, honey, Dijon, olive oil and shallots until dressing is emulsified. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside. Vinaigrette will keep 7 days in refrigerator.
  2. To make pickled onion: Place sliced onion in airtight canning jar.
  3. In small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar and salt. Bring to boil and pour over sliced onion in jar. Add small amount of water to completely cover onion. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving. Pickled onions will keep 15 days in refrigerator.
  4. To make burrata salad: In bowl, combine Florida Grapefruit and Orange segments; add radish sticks, toasted pistachios, arugula and dill. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  5. Place salad on large plate, top with coarsely chopped burrata and drizzle generously with citrus vinaigrette and pickled onion.
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Balance Fall Comfort Foods with a Lighter Bite

(Family Features) Before turning your attention to the comfort of filling soups and slow-cooked meals, give warmer weather one last hurrah. If you have any garden veggies leftover, this Cucumber and Tomato Salad offers a light, tasty dish that’s perfect for packing to the office. Discover more recipe ideas for any season at Culinary.net. 17701 detail embed  

Cucumber and Tomato Salad

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6
  • 3          medium or large cucumbers
  • 2-3       vine tomatoes
  • 1/2       cup chopped red onion (optional)
Dressing:
  • 1/3       cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2       cup olive oil
  • 1/4       cup sugar
  • 1          tablespoon onion powder
  • 1          tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1          tablespoon fresh minced dill
  • 1          tablespoon mayo
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste
  • 1/4       cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  1. Peel and slice cucumbers. Deseed, if desired. Coarsely chop into bite-size pieces. Slice and chop tomatoes. Place cucumbers and tomatoes in large bowl with chopped onions, if desired.
  2. To make dressing: In separate bowl, mix apple cider vinegar, olive oil, sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, dill and mayo. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour over cucumber mixture and mix well.
  3. Top with shredded Parmesan cheese and serve.
collect?v=1&tid=UA 482330 7&cid=1955551e 1975 5e52 0cdb 8516071094cd&sc=start&t=pageview&dl=http%3A%2F%2Ftrack.familyfeatures SOURCE: Culinary.net

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