Bobby Flay's Breakfast -- Burgers!

A Tasty And Versatile Morning Alternative

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Shoestring Potatoes

Thin and crispy, shoestring potatoes are like a cross between a French fry and a potato chip. Because the potato is sliced so thinly, these cook in a matter of seconds and you won't need to cook them twice as you would French fries. Unless you have an incredibly sharp knife and your knife skills are borderline-masterful, I suggest using a mandolin to cut the super-thin slices of potato. You can of course season these with any of the spice mixtures, but if you really want to be decadent, try them with a drizzle of white truffle oil and some shaved Parmigiano Reggiano -- delicious!

3 russet potatoes, peeled
1 quart vegetable oil
Kosher salt

1. Heat oil to 375 degrees F.

2. Slice the potatoes lengthwise into 1/8-inch slices. Then cut each slice into 1/8-inch long strips.

3. Add the strips in batches, separating them when they hit the oil. Fry until golden brown, remove and drain on paper towels and season with salt.

Mocha Caramel Milkshake

This is my version of my favorite frozen coffee drink from that very popular coffee house that you can find on just about block in every city. Make sure to top it with lots of freshly whipped cream and maybe a few chocolate covered espresso beans, although it is more than sufficient on its own.

1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder
2 tablespoons chocolate sauce
2 tablespoons caramel sauce
11 ounces Coffee ice cream
Freshly whipped cream
Chocolate covered espresso beans, for garnish, optional

Combine milk, espresso powder, chocolate sauce and caramel sauce in a blender and blend for 5 seconds. Add the ice cream and blend until smooth, about 10 seconds.

Variation
Adult: add one-ounce Kahlua

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