Crunchy Cherry Cucumber Cups

2023-07-11T14:21:54-07:00

Our refreshing cherry cucumber cups are perfect for summer entertaining. They’ll easily accompany fancy drinks or kick off a backyard barbecue. Simple to make, these light nibbles will be a hit with both kiddies and adults. Just double or triple the recipe if making enough to feed a crowd.   Recipe Development and Photography: Williams-Raines YIELD: 8-10 cucumber cups  INGREDIENTS  Cherry cucumber cups  2 large cucumbers, peeled (optional), and cut into 2-inch rounds  1 1/2 Rainier cherries, stemmed, pitted and diced small  1 small green pepper, emptied and diced finely  1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Handful of chives, minced Handful of fresh basil, minced 1 tablespoon orange juice 1 [...]

Crunchy Cherry Cucumber Cups2023-07-11T14:21:54-07:00

Fresh Cherry Almond Scones

2020-07-17T08:57:32-07:00

Dust off your best china and set out the doilies, it’s tea time! These fresh cherry almond scones are perfect served with your favorite oolong or black tea. The cherries offer a gorgeous pop of color and add moisture to the scones.  Too hot for tea? Marry the scones with our cherry basil hibiscus iced tea instead! Recipe Development and Photography: Williams-Raines YIELD: 8 scones  INGREDIENTS   2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes 1 1/2 cups pitted cherries, roughly chopped 1/4 cup sliced almonds, plus more for sprinkling [...]

Fresh Cherry Almond Scones2020-07-17T08:57:32-07:00

Cherry Balsamic Glaze

2020-05-01T21:07:20-07:00

The perfect glaze for chicken breast using Cherries for Chelan Fresh! Yield: 4 servings INGREDIENTS 4 boneless chicken breast 2 teaspoons olive oil - divided 2 shallots, chopped finely 1 large garlic clove, minced 1⁄3 cup dry red wine (shiraz or zinfandel) 1⁄3 cup balsamic vinegar ½ tablespoon sugar 1 cup frozen dark cherries, thawed Salt and pepper DIRECTIONS To make the chicken: Preheat oven to 425. Pat chicken dry and rub skin with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes before reducing heat to 400 and continuing to roast for 10-20 minutes longer – [...]

Cherry Balsamic Glaze2020-05-01T21:07:20-07:00

Cherry Basil Quinoa

2020-05-01T21:07:20-07:00

This is a gluten free recipe the whole family will love using Lake Chelan Cherries from Chelan Fresh to give it a sweet and savory taste. This recipe is: Gluten free, whole grain  Yield: 4-6 servings INGREDIENTS Dressing 2 tablespoons minced shallots 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 ¼ teaspoon of white wine vinegar 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard ½ teaspoon of honey 1 small garlic clove 1/3 cup of extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper Quinoa ¾ cup quinoa 1 ¼ cups water 2 cups sweet red cherries, pitted and torn into halves 1/3 cup diced celery ½ cup [...]

Cherry Basil Quinoa2020-05-01T21:07:20-07:00

Cherry and Peach Sangria

2020-08-12T15:38:03-07:00

Summer is here and we’re ready to beat the heat with our light sparkling cherry and peach sangria! There’s nothing more refreshing than a little rosé, fresh seasonal fruit, a touch of bubbles and a sprinkle of mint. Our fun and cheerful drink is simple to make and is sure to wow the crowd at your next backyard barbecue. Like this recipe? Then you’ll love our cherry gin and tonic and cherry basil hibiscus iced tea! Recipe Development and Photography: Williams-Raines YIELD:  6 servings INGREDIENTS   1 bottle (750 ml) Rosé wine  1/3 cup brandy, cherry or peach flavored if available   1/4 cup sugar  Dash of citrus bitters (optional)  [...]

Cherry and Peach Sangria2020-08-12T15:38:03-07:00

Pear and Cherry Slump

2020-05-01T21:07:19-07:00

Old-time classic desserts are making a comeback thanks to their simplicity and comfort-food factor. Crumbles, buckles, grunts and slumps are all variations of fruit combined with sugar and a crumble or dumpling topping.  Slumps are particularly fun to make since they require few ingredients and are cooked right on the stove-top. This vintage dessert gets its name from the batter dumplings that “slump” into a layer of simmering fruit.  Our pear and cherry slump combines the contrasting flavors of these two crowd-pleasing fruits. The cherries also add some vivid color! Recipe Development and Photography: Williams-Raines YIELD: 6-8 INGREDIENTS Fruit filling  4 cups diced and [...]

Pear and Cherry Slump2020-05-01T21:07:19-07:00

Rainier Cherry Gin and Tonic

2023-07-11T14:19:32-07:00

When the sun gets hot, nothing beats a cherry gin and tonic at cocktail o’clock! This gorgeous drink looks fancy but is actually very simple to make. Make use of seasonal produce by garnishing your gin and tonic with fresh cherries, berries and basil. The syrup can be made with any type of cherry, but Rainier cherries give this gin and tonic a beautiful pale pink color. Make the syrup ahead of time to give it time to cool. YIELD: 1 cocktail Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS Cherry gin and tonic 2 fl. oz gin 1 fl. oz Rainier [...]

Rainier Cherry Gin and Tonic2023-07-11T14:19:32-07:00

Pepper-Crusted Top Sirloin

2020-05-19T11:20:37-07:00

Make your dinner night special add fresh cherries from Lake Chelan to your steak in this yummy pan sauce! Pan sauces are an easy way to make any weeknight dinner special, not to mention delicious! Here, steaks are coated with cracked peppercorns and seared in a hot pan, creating a piquant crust while retaining the juices within.  A simple deglazing and a handful of sweet dried cherries come together to finish these steaks with bold and complex flavor. Yield: 4 servings INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons black peppercorns 4 – 6 ounce top sirloin steaks Kosher salt 2 tablespoons canola oil ½ cup [...]

Pepper-Crusted Top Sirloin2020-05-19T11:20:37-07:00

Raw Cherry Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache

2020-05-01T21:07:19-07:00

This Cheesecake uses raw cherries straight from Lake Chelan and topped off with a Dark Chocolate Ganache. YUM! Yield: 1 – 9” cake INGREDIENTS Crust: 2 cups raw almonds 2 cups dates, pitted Ganache: 1 ¼ cup dark chocolate pieces 1 cup of full fat coconut milk Filling: 3 cups cashews, soaked for at least 2 hours, drained and rinsed 1 ½ cups fresh cherries, pitted ½ cup coconut oil, melted ½ cup agave ½ cup fresh lemon juice ¼ cup water 1 teaspoon vanilla Pinch of salt INSTRUCTIONS To make the crust – process almonds and dates in food processor [...]

Raw Cherry Cheesecake with Chocolate Ganache2020-05-01T21:07:19-07:00

Creamy Summer Salad with Rainier Cherries

2023-07-11T14:22:48-07:00

YIELD: 2 mains/4 starters Recipe Development and Photography By: Williams-Raines INGREDIENTS For the dressing 1/2 cup tahini (sesame seed paste)* Juice of half a lemon 1/2 cup water (plus extra if required) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 generous pinch of ground black pepper For the salad 4 cups spring mix or assorted baby greens, packed 2 cups Rainier cherries, stemmed, halved and pitted 1 medium cucumber, peeled 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped 4 tablespoons basil, chopped METHOD Start by making the tahini dressing. Put the tahini and lemon juice in small bowl and whisk until combined. Pour in the water little [...]

Creamy Summer Salad with Rainier Cherries2023-07-11T14:22:48-07:00

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