Ah Football this past Sunday was so very depressing. Now, I will have to admit that I am not the most ardent football fan, but I live in Texas where they aren’t as fanatic as some other cities like St. Louis. St. Louis was by far the most exciting sports town I have ever lived in, and that enthusiasm is contagious. Man, do they they ever love their pro sports! But I am getting off track. So yesterday I was watching the Cowboys’ game while keeping up with my Fantasy Football stats. All week long I was picked to win, only to blow it on Sunday. Oh well, that’s how it goes sometimes. For those who don’t know what Fantasy Football is, it’s a game where you pick players each week and you are awarded points based on those players’ performances. Usually whoever has the top score that week wins. Well let’s just say my team got crushed, and, now, because of a lot of “smack talk,” I will now have to eat some crow.

However, I made some pretty good wings if I do say so myself. They had the perfect texture, great flavor, and left you completely messy. My wife always tells me, “Messy food is good food.” Well these were finger- lickin’, several-napkin-usin’  good! They are very simple to make and will have your family and guests coming back for more.

Parmesan Garlic Chicken Wings Recipe

Serves 4

Ingredients

1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 Teaspoon Kosher or Sea Salt (or 1/2 tsp Table Salt)
2 1/2 Pounds Chicken Wings
3 Tablespoons Butter, melted
2 Tablespoons Minced Fresh Basil
2 Garlic Cloves, finely minced
1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
1/2 Teaspoon Seasoning Salt
Ranch Dressing

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425F.
2. Mix together the oregano, cumin, and salt.
3. On a baking sheet, lay the chicken wings  and season the chicken wings with oregano, cumin and salt mixture.
4. Bake the chicken wings for 20-25 minutes.
5. While the chicken is baking, mix together the butter, fresh basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese and seasoning salt.
6. When the chicken is cooked through, toss the wings with the butter sauce.
7. Serve with Ranch dressing.
8. Enjoy!