Two minutes—the Kentucky Derby, in early May, might be over before you even finish making your first mint julep. Avoid such disasters and prep the drinks early (and invest in some mint julep cups if you want to go all out). Invite your friends over and throw a party with these recipes, from dainty cucumber dip to irresistible chocolate-pecan pie. Don’t get mired in the fusty hats, the prickly roses, the cheesy song. Focus on the food and the horses, and then again on the food.
Mint Julep
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The iconic drink of the Kentucky Derby (properly served in an iconic silver julep cup), this minty bourbon cocktail actually started out as a form of medicine. So have another, and drink to your health! Get our Mint Julep recipe.
Bourbon Sour
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If you’re not into herbs in cocktails, try a classic bourbon sour with an egg white froth and a dash of angostura bitters. Get our Bourbon Sour recipe.
Benedictine Dip
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Something to munch on while the ponies are racing—before and after, too—this light and creamy dip started out as a sandwich filling invented by Jennie Carter Benedict at her Louisville, Kentucky, restaurant Benedict’s. Our version loosens it up with sour cream, and also uses green jalapeño sauce instead of the more traditional green food coloring. Get our Benedictine Dip recipe.
Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Henry Bain Sauce
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Another Louisville invention, sweet and spicy Henry Bain sauce was concocted by a waiter at the Pendennis Club, and it’s so delicious we can’t just serve it on the side, but slather it all over our beef tenderloin for a glaze that coats every bite. Get our Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Henry Bain Sauce recipe.
Cheesy Baked Rice
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This side of cheesy baked rice with scallions is a nice alternative to the usual mashed potatoes, and easy to make ahead. Plus, it feeds a crowd. Get our Cheesy Baked Rice recipe.
Chocolate-Pecan Race Day Pie
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Close things out with a decadent chocolate pecan pie; it’s a sure bet and a winner every time. Get our Chocolate-Pecan Race Day Pie recipe.
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