Essential Ingredients: Cannabutter and Cannabis-Infused Oil

Many cannabis recipes incorporate cannabis oil or cannabutter to infuse the special qualities of THC or CBD into the food. You can purchase these essential ingredients or make your own. To make active cannabis oil using dried, ground cannabis, you will need to convert THCA into THC, the psychoactive compound that produces the characteristic effects of cannabis. This process, called decarboxylation, can be achieved by heating ground cannabis in the oven for 20-30 minutes at 180 degrees Fahrenheit.

Once the marijuana has been decarboxylated, mix it with your desired oil (we recommend extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil) in a pan. Heat the mixture on low for 3-6 hours, being sure not to let the oil exceed a temperature of 190 degrees. Stir the mixture frequently to prevent burning. After the infusion process is complete, strain the oil through a cheesecloth and store it in a jar. The cannabis oil is now ready for use in cooking or frying.

To make cannabutter, you’ll melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir the butter continuously to prevent it from burning. Add the desired amount of decarboxylated cannabis to the melted butter and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally. The standard ratio is about 3 grams of cannabis to one cup of butter, but you can adjust the amounts based on your tolerance. Once complete, strain the mixture through a cheesecloth and refrigerate overnight.

If you’d like a more intensive look at making cannabutter that boasts all the potential therapeutic and psychoactive benefits, check out our step-by-step guide to making cannabutter.

Directions:

1. In a large saucepan, cook the ground beef over medium heat until it is browned and crumbled. Drain off any excess fat.
2. Add the onion, jalapeno, and garlic to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the mixture has thickened.
6. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
7. Add the flour and whisk until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
8. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly, until the sauce is smooth and thickened.
9. Stir in the cannabutter until it is melted and well combined.
10. Pour the sauce over the ground beef mixture and stir to combine.
11. Stir in the cheddar cheese until it is melted and the dip is smooth.
12. Sprinkle the green onions over the top of the dip and serve hot. Enjoy!

Note: This recipe can be amended to fit your favorite queso recipe. Just make your queso and stir your cannabutter or canna-oil thoroughly into the warm cheese mixture.

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
3. Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
4. Place the meatballs onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 24-26 minutes or until the meatballs are fully cooked.
6. Heat your favorite sauce in a pan over medium heat and add cannabis-infused oil.
7. Serve the meatballs with your choice of cannabis-infused sauce, and enjoy!

Note: While we recommend marinara sauce, you can use any sauce to kick these meatballs up a notch. Try barbecue, sweet and sour, or even your favorite hot sauce.

Directions:

1. Whisk flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt in a small bowl, and toss wings to coat heavily.
2. Heat a heavy-duty skillet with 1 inch of oil (or a deep fryer) to 375 degrees.
3. While the oil is heating, season the chicken wings with salt and pepper.
4. Combine garlic powder, pepper, hot sauce, and butter in a separate smaller pan. Heat on low.
5. Fry the wings for around 12 minutes or until they start to turn golden brown and crispy.
6. Let the wings cool for a few minutes
7. Dip them or toss them in your favorite cannabis-infused sauce!

Note: For a classic buffalo wing flavor, use Frank’s Red-Hot Sauce. Alternatively, swap in your favorite wing sauce or even our infused BBQ sauce using the recipe below.

Directions:

1. In a medium saucepan, add all ingredients except the cannabis oil. Stir to combine.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, occasionally stirring, until the sugar has dissolved.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for 20-30 minutes until it has thickened to your desired consistency.
4. In the last 5 minutes before removing the sauce from the heat source, add your cannabis oil and simmer.
5. Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool.
6. Store sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Note: To use your sauce, brush it over grilled meats or vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking. You can also use it as a marinade before grilling or as a dipping sauce on the side.

Little “Tokies” in Barbecue Sauce

“Little Tokies” are a play on the familiar bite-sized smoky sausages that are often served as an appetizer or party snack. These are taken up a level with our signature infused BBQ sauce.

Makes: 3 servings

To make this simple, delicious twist on a traditional game day recipe, you’ll need:

• 1 pound of little smokies sausages
• 1 c infused BBQ sauce

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
2. Place the little smokies in a baking dish and pour the BBQ sauce over the top.
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
4. Enjoy!

Note: You can also use a crock pot to help keep the smokies warm during the game and prevent overheating your cannabis-infused BBQ sauce in the oven.

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees.
2. Mix the cannabis oil, eggs, vanilla, and water in a large bowl.
3. Stir in sugar and powdered sugar.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
7. Add dark chocolate chips.
8. Pour the batter into a greased 8×8-inch baking pan and level the top.
9. Bake the brownies for 40-48 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting.
11. Dust with additional powdered sugar, if desired, and serve.

Note: Prefer an extra-decadent version with infused cannabutter? Try our Double Chocolate Cannabutter Brownie recipe.

Directions:

1. Gather ingredients and place all in a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Enjoy!