GARLICKY GILROY CHICKEN WINGS

Garlicky Gilroy Chicken Wings

Gilroy, California is the garlic capitol of the world.

2 pounds chicken wings
3 fresh heads garlic, separated and peeled
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil (additional)
15 drops Tabasco sauce
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup Italian style bread crumbs
1 teaspoon black pepper

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

Disjoint chicken wings, removing tips. Rinse wings; pat dry. Place garlic, the 1 cup oil and pepper sauce in food processor or blender container; cover and process until smooth. Pour garlic mixture into small bowl.

Combine cheese, bread crumbs and black pepper in shallow dish. Dip wings into garlic mixture, then roll, one at a time, in crumb mixture until thoroughly coated. Brush shallow nonstick pan with remaining 1 tablespoon oil; arrange wings in a single layer.

Drizzle remaining garlic mixture over wings; sprinkle with remaining crumb mixture. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes.