Alex Rast wrote:
> I'm looking for suggestions for something to bring to a potluck, meeting
> the following criteria: [snip]

I'd suggest red-cooked chicken wings (quite a few recipes in rfc
archives). The only effort involved is cutting the wings into two
sections (discarding the tips or saving for stock). Or use drumsticks
if they're available at a good price, which they often are. Then just
put all the ingredients in a pot, bring to a boil, add the wings and
simmer till done. Leave in the liquid to cool, then drain. They are
excellent finger food, and excellent at room temp. Bought in bulk,
chicken wings are even less expensive than ground beef.

Most recipes for the red-cooking, or "loo", sauce include rice wine or
sherry but that can be omitted if some participants have religious
objections. -aem