Sniper’s Wake-up Call

It’s best for a sniper to focus on that target. If there is the slightest hint of morning fuzziness, have one of these.

Sniper’s Wake-up Call

by Chiffonade

Makes about 3 cups.

1 cup Non-Fat Greek Yogurt (such as Fage)

1 cup Lock-n-Load Java Double Barrel Black coffee brewed strong, chilled

1/3 cup condensed milk

¼ teaspoon ground cardamom

1 cup ice cubes

Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until frothy. If you’re really badass, drink it right out of the pitcher.

Mississippi Mud Pie Cupcakes

When I was little, my mother made Mississippi Mud Pie. She made it in a 9x13 pan and she kept it in the freezer in the basement. The basement was my favorite part of the house when that Mississippi Mud Pie was there. Her recipe was her rendition of an ice cream pie made at her favorite restaurant in Spokane, WA called Chapter Eleven. I've always had an over-active sweet tooth, so I decided to make my mud pie in the form of a cupcake for instant portion control. The question is, will it work for me? Or will I just eat several cupcakes...or all of them? I'll get back to you on that.

Mississippi Mud Pie Cupcakes

by Sandra Simmons

makes 6 cupcakes

9 Oreos, finely crushed by hand or food processor

2 Tablespoons butter, melted

3 cups of Donna's coffee ice cream recipe (using Lock-n-Load Java Charlie Don't Surf and Lock-n-Load Java Warrior Select) or any coffee ice cream

Sue's Hot Fudge Sauce or a hot fudge from the grocery store (Sue's is tastier!)

maraschino cherries, optional

Charlie Don't Surf Because He Got Rolled

I have been trying new specialty meats in the meat market lately, and when we started the Lock-n-Load Java challenge, I thought this would be a great dish to try. This is a meat lovers dream with an extra spice called Charlie Don't Surf made by Lock-n-Load Java. It is great! I was a little skeptical about using coffee grinds in a rub, but it came out great! Enjoy.

Coffee Mousse with Mascarpone Whipped Cream & Maple Pearls

Coffee Mousse with Mascarpone Whipped Cream & Maple Pearls

by Sarah Kwan

serves 6

Coffee Mousse:

3/4 cup milk

2 Tablespoons Lock-n-Load Java Armory Select Southern Pecan coffee grounds

Slow-Cooker Coffee Pot Roast with Roasted Vegetables

Adding the coffee to the pot roast makes for a savory and rich gravy, with a smoky depth of flavor. I like to make enough to have leftovers!

Slow-Cooker Coffee Pot Roast with Roasted Vegetables by Judy Dawson

For the roast:

3 to 4-pound chuck roast

1 Tablespoon cooking oil

1 cup strongly brewed Lock-n-Load Task Force Zulu - Single Origin Costa Rica coffee

Lock-n-Load Southern Pecan-Toasted Pecan Rice

My friend, Allison, who is also one of the 37 Cooks, made a beautiful coffee rice pudding. I drew my inspiration from her sweet dish, figuring the Lock-n-Load coffee would be just as good in a savory dish. The Lock-n-Load Armory Select Southern Pecan coffee has smoky flavor. Toasted pecans, smoky Cajun tasso and spicy Cajun seasoning were great additions. This was my husband's favorite Lock-n-Load coffee dish. It went really well with my spicy apricot chicken thighs!

Frozen Banana Coffee “Ice Cream”

Have you guys heard about this?? I've seen it all over the Internet and can attest that it is amazing! 1 ingredient, healthy “ice cream!!” Its healthy, creamy, and delicious. This is a must do for any ice cream lover and the delicious coffee just makes it extra special.

Java Jolted Steak Rub

Java Jolted Steak Rub
by Gary Gee

Simple and versatile, try this rub on your favorite cut of beef, pork, chicken, or even duck before grilling. The coffee adds a nice smoky warmth, blending naturally with the smoked paprika and peppers.

1 teaspoon ground Lock-n-Load Java Task Force Zulu - Single Origin Costa Rica coffee
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper flakes
½ teaspoon white pepper

Combine all ingredients in an airtight container. Shake well.
To use, sprinkle liberally on the meat. Marinate, refrigerated overnight, or cook at once. Cook to desired doneness, taking care so that the seasonings do not burn.

Double Barrel Black Pork with Spicy Bourbon Cherry Sauce

There was no one home at my house the day I tested this recipe, so I made it at a friend's house and she and her 16-year-old son were my tasters. I loved the looks on their faces! I brought the rest home to the family and they loved it. The only request was that the sauce be served on the side so they could decide how much heat and sweet they wanted. Like I said, it was hot!

Double Barrel Black Pork with Spicy Bourbon Cherry Sauce

by Carol Ferguson

1 pound cubed pork

2 scoops Lock-n-Load Java Double Barrel Black coffee

1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon dried chopped onion

1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon granulated garlic

Lock & Load Double Tap Hamburgers

Lock & Load Double Tap Hamburgers 
by Kimberly Dockery

Spice mixture:

2 Tablespoons Lock-n-Load Java Double Tap Special Reserve ground coffee

½ Tablespoon smoked paprika

2 Tablespoons brown sugar

¼ teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Mix all spices together and set aside.

Classic Tiramisu

I have been making tiramisu for years, as it is a family favorite, and this recipe always gets rave reviews. If you are looking for that special dessert that will have everyone asking for the recipe -- this is it! Note: This recipe contains raw eggs.

Amaretto Freeze

When I was in college, my step mom, Cojo, made these all the time. I LOVED them! She made hers with vanilla ice cream but I think coffee ice cream actually tops it. You can try both and see what you think.

Amaretto Freeze

by Sandra Simmons

1 cup coffee ice cream (I used Donna's made with Lock-n-Load Java Charlie Don't Surf.)

1/4 to 1/2 ounce Amaretto Disaronno
whipped cream, optional as a topping

maraschino cherry, optional as a topping

I've listed the ingredients to make one drink. If you are indeed making one drink, I'd recommend placing the first two ingredients in a food processor. If you make more than one drink, the blender will work just fine. Process the ingredients until there are no lumps. You can top your milkshake with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry if you want your drink to be pretty. Today, I just wanted the delicious drink.

Double Barrel, Single Braise Pork Shoulder

Double Barrel, Single Braise Pork Shoulder
by Gary Gee

For the Rub:
2 teaspoons ground Lock-n-Load Java Double Barrel Black coffee
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 Tablespoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons white pepper
2 teaspoons Aleppo pepper
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed

Turf No Surf Grilled Country Lamb Ribs

Turf No Surf Grilled Country Lamb Ribs

by Willie Simmons

2 cups Lock-n-Load Java Charlie Don't Surf coffee, brewed, room temperature

1/2 cup Grand Marnier

6 whole cloves

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

4 country-style lamb ribs

Combine the first four ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat and reduce the contents by half. Cool. Put the contents in a Ziploc bag with the ribs and marinate for 4-6 hours or overnight. Grill over hot charcoals, 4-6 minutes per side and serve.

Locked n Loaded Maple-Mocha Torte

Locked n Loaded Maple-Mocha Torte

by Rachael Tanis

adapted from this recipe

1 package Dark Chocolate Cake mix

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

2 cups heavy whipping cream

2 Tablespoons Lock-n-Load Java Warrior Select ground coffee

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. Prepare the batter from the cake mix, according to the package directions. Stir in the walnuts. Pour into two greased 9- inch round baking pans.

2. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from the pans to wire racks to cool completely.

3. In a medium bowl, soak the cream with the coffee for one hour in the refrigerator. Strain the cream through a fine wire mesh and discard the coffee grounds.

4. In a large bowl, beat the cream until stiff peaks form. Gradually beat in the brown sugar, maple syrup and vanilla.

5. Spread 1 1/2 cups whipped cream over one cake layer; top with second layer.

6. You may decorate as you wish. I topped mine with a stenciled design of powdered sugar. You may spread the remaining whipped cream over the top and sides of torte. Garnish with chocolate curls or walnuts if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Yield: 12 servings

Coffee Rubbed Whole Roasted Chicken

I've never actually cooked with coffee before, so when this challenge came up I immediately went to thinking about a simple rub for my favorite protein -- chicken. This is really easy, and the coffee adds a different and wonderful level of flavor.

Lock-n-Load Double Tap & Chocolate Pots de Crème!

A couple of weeks ago, I was visiting my dad in Florida, and I told him about the latest challenge for the 37 Cooks. Cooking with ground coffee for the Lock-n-Load Java Challenge! I had selected Double Tap coffee as one of my ingredients. The description included; "Robust but with hints of dark chocolate". I figured I needed to hone in on the chocolate. An unusual choice for this cook! My dad is a food lover so we started talking about possibilities. I am most definitely not a baker! In fact, my oven is used for pan storage. My dad said he would really like some chocolate pudding. Oh? He got up from his chair and pulled out one of my mother's books, stuffed with papers and articles she found interesting. He starts flipping through the pages like a man on a mission. He pulls out a piece of paper that was clearly very old. It was a recipe from my grandmother. When they were first married, my grandfather was in the Air Force and they were stationed overseas. During this time, my grandmother spent time in France and it was there she learned to make Pots de Creme. As I read through the ingredients and her notes, it really seemed like a good idea to try it. She used vanilla extract and port wine in her recipe. I swapped those ingredients for a vanilla bean and Lock-v-Load Java's delightfully fragrant Double Tap coffee.

Chocolate Coffee Cupcakes

Chocolate Coffee Cupcakes

by Sharyl Wolter

adapted from this recipe from Paula Deen/Food Network

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (I used ½ regular and ½ Special Dark.)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup vegetable oil (I used Canola oil.)
1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled (I used Lock-n-Load Java Warrior Select made with two tablespoons of coffee per six ounces of water. You could make it stronger but I wouldn't make it weaker. For me, this was perfect.)
3 large eggs
8 ounces sour cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Slow Cooker Double Tap Irish Stew with Guinness

There are so many Irish Stew recipes on the Internet and in my cookbooks!  I looked at a lot of them to draw inspiration, but I did not follow any of them specifically when writing my recipe. The basic recipe was my own stew recipe that I have used for years. 

Both of my children drink coffee and they enjoy beer. Their mother, on the other hand, has never enjoyed either. Needless to say, I was a tad apprehensive when the Lock-n-Load Java challenge was announced. I immediately called my son and informed him he would have to be my “taster”. When I started thinking about what to cook, St. Patrick’s Day was on my mind because it was coming up in a few weeks. I also love stew, so I said to myself, “why not a good Irish Stew?”  I have cooked with beer before, but never Guinness. Combining

Locked & Loaded Double Tap 'Cake Daddy Coffee' Ice Cream

First, I'd like to thank the generous folks at Lock-n-Load Java for sending 37 Cooks all those wonderful samples of their awesome coffee! I was a little more excited about this challenge because I love anything coffee, and I'm kinda almost famous for my coffee known as Cake Daddy Coffee. There's quite a long story here, so grab a drink and a seat and read on.