Recipes

TC Cherry Sliders

By Tamarack Shopify June 08, 2023 | beef cherries grilling ketchup recipe sliders summer | 0 comments

TC CHERRY SLIDERS ELEVATE YOUR GRILLING GAME! Michigan cherries meet the classic flame-grilled burger! Savor the bright and tangy taste of Michigan sun-ripened cherries two ways – real tart cherries IN the burger, and ON the burger by topping it with Food For Thought’s famous Cherry Ketchup. The result is...

Cherry Poppy Seed Coleslaw

By David Eger March 01, 2023 | easy family recipe salad side dish vegetable weeknight | 0 comments

Ingredients: 2 cups shredded green cabbage 1 1/2 cups shredded red cabbage 1/2 cup shredded carrot 1 large crisp apple, sliced into matchstick-sized pieces 1/4 cup mayonnaise 6 tablespoons Food for Thought Cherry Poppy Seed Dressing 1/4 cup dried cherries Salt and freshly ground black pepper Preparation: In a large bowl, combine the green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot,...

Blackberry Shiraz Jam Squares

By David Eger January 05, 2022 | baking cookies desserts easy family fun | 0 comments

This simple, yet sophisticated delicious shortbread-style bar cookie is perfect for picnics, casual dinner parties, and book club meet-ups - featuring one of Food for Thought’s BEST SELLING products: Organic Blackberry Preserves with a splash of Shiraz wine. You’ll be addicted Ingredients: 2 cups flour 1/4 tsp salt...

Roasted Squash, Apples & Kale With Warm Mustard Vinaigrette

By David Eger January 04, 2022 | | 0 comments

Our new favorite harvest side dish stars local ingredients Michigan Farm to Freezer® butternut squash and Spicy IPA Mustard, from Food for Thought®. A balance of savory and sweet with a tangy vinaigrette this cozy and satisfying warm salad is perfect for your holiday table. Ingredients: 1 lb (half a...

Beefy Bean and Corn Taco Casserole

By Tamarack Shopify October 07, 2021 | beans beef casserole family salsa taco | 0 comments

Beefy Bean & Corn Taco Casserole INGREDIENTS: 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided 1 lb ground beef 1 medium onion, diced 1 medium bell pepper, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 Tbsp tomato paste 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes 1 Tbsp chili powder 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp...

TC Peach Bourbon Smash

By David Eger July 29, 2021 | | 0 comments

Food For Thought’s new Peach Bourbon Preserves are made with farm-ripened peaches and a touch of Bourbon. Wonderful on baked goods, cheese and charcuterie platters, and in refreshing summer beverages to be sipped on a front porch, boat deck, beach or around the bonfire! TC Peach Bourbon Smash...

Traverse City Cherry Barbecue Ribs

By David Eger July 01, 2021 | | 0 comments

July is Grilling Season and also Cherry Festival time in Traverse City! Make the most of summer with this no-fail BBQ Rib recipe featuring 2 signature Food For Thought CHERRY sauces (the pre-seasoning step is the key!)INGREDIENTS:• 4 tablespoons Food for Thought Cherry Chile Hot Sauce• 2 racks baby back...

Fresh Strawberry-Basil Tart

By David Eger June 07, 2021 | | 0 comments

What better way to kick off summer than with a layered fresh strawberry tart, glazed with Food For Thought Organic Strawberry Basil Preserves. This dessert is easy but impressive! INGREDIENTS: 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 1/2 tsp salt 10 Tbsp melted butter 1/2 cup heavy cream 2...

Easy Slow Cooker Carnitas

By David Eger June 07, 2021 | | 0 comments

Easy Slow Cooker Carnitas Carnitas are a classic taco filled with tender, succulent slow-cooked pork. Requiring minimal prep, the meat gently simmers while you do other things. When it's done, simply fill into warm tortillas, pile high with toppings and enjoy! INGREDIENTS: 1 (4-5 pound) pork shoulder, excess fat...

Roast Garlic Marinated Lamb Shoulder

By Tamarack Shopify February 24, 2021 | dinner family garlic lamb marinade meat recipe roast | 0 comments

Lamb shoulder, a more flavorful cut than leg of lamb, is slow roasted until succulent and tender. This allows the marbling and marinade to permeate the meat, infusing it with rich, savory flavor.Lamb shoulder can be either boneless or bone-in, but we prefer to slow roast a rolled, boneless lamb...

Maple Cream Mustard Roasted Carrots

By David Eger December 23, 2020 | carrots easy mustard side dish vegetable | 0 comments

Maple Cream Mustard Roasted Carrots Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesServings: 4 Thick-cut pork cuts stay nice and juicy under their coating of mustard and Panko. It’s a quick and delicious weeknight entrée that is simple to make with a sweet & spicy flavor that will please the...

Maple Cream Mustard Pork Chops

By David Eger December 23, 2020 | easy family mustard pork recipe weeknight | 0 comments

Maple Cream Mustard-Crusted Pork Chops Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesServings: 4 Thick-cut pork chops stay nice and juicy under their coating of mustard and Panko. It’s a quick and delicious weeknight entrée that is simple to make with a sweet & spicy flavor that will please the...