Cherry Chocolate Almond Ice Cream

2020-07-20T10:32:48-07:00

Recipe by Parker Wallace  www.ParkersPlate.com Washington Cherries are in season right now and they are the sweetest, most iconic summer fruit! They’re also incredibly versatile, whether you soak them in bourbon, fold them into salsa, or make them the star of a decadent dessert recipe! I partnered with Chelan Fresh Cherries to create this creamy, dreamy ice cream that literally only has 6 ingredients. Unlike the maraschino cherries topped onto my Colossal sundae, these fresh Washington cherries are a nutrition powerhouse. They have 3 grams of fiber in every serving as well as Vitamin C, potassium, B vitamins, magnesium and copper. The hardest [...]

Cherry Chocolate Almond Ice Cream2020-07-20T10:32:48-07:00

Summer Corn and Cherry Salad

2023-07-11T14:17:23-07:00

Created by: Meg Raines Created for: Chelan Fresh The color of this salad alone says summer, thanks to our bright Rainier cherries! Serve this salad with barbecued chicken or ribs for a festive outdoor feast. We also recommend adding diced avocado or grilled zucchini to change up the flavors so you can make this salad all summer long. YIELD: 4 servings INGREDIENTS  1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion 1/3 cup white wine vinegar  1/3 cup sugar 3 tablespoons olive oil  1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 3 ears of corn, cooked  2 cups pitted and chopped Rainier cherries Half [...]

Summer Corn and Cherry Salad2023-07-11T14:17:23-07:00

Grilled Halloumi and Stone Fruit Salad

2020-07-07T09:53:20-07:00

Created by: Meg Raines Created for: Chelan Fresh This salad has it all in terms of flavor and texture contrast. Sweet Rainier cherries, tangy apricots, salty cheese and spicy greens come together to make this perfect summer salad! The dressing adds a nice sweet-tart accent to the salad as well with a combination of white balsamic vinegar, honey and Dijon mustard. Serve this salad on its own for lunch or alongside grilled chicken or steak for dinner on the patio. YIELD: 4-6 servings INGREDIENTS  Dressing 2 teaspoons honey  2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar (or substitute white wine vinegar) 1/4 [...]

Grilled Halloumi and Stone Fruit Salad2020-07-07T09:53:20-07:00

Cherry, Cheese and Wine Pairing

2020-06-08T09:36:47-07:00

Created by: Meg Raines Created for: Chelan Fresh Dark Sweet Cherries Cheese Pairing Soft, creamy cheeses will pair well with the sweet, juiciness in the cherries. Try a mild goat cheese, or Bel Gioioso’s fresh mozzarella mini cheese snacking balls, they are the perfect size for a picnic! Wine Pairing An off-dry Rosé with berry notes will compliment ripe cherries and soft mild tasting cheeses without overwhelming the palate. Make sure its well-chilled! **For a more festive presentation pit and slice your cherries, then macerate them with a splash of the Rosé, a drizzle of honey and some fresh thyme leaves, serve over [...]

Cherry, Cheese and Wine Pairing2020-06-08T09:36:47-07:00

Cherry Chocolate Banana Bread

2020-07-14T09:29:13-07:00

Created by: Meg Raines Created for: Chelan Fresh If you have spent any time on the internet lately then you probably have noticed that banana bread recipes are taking over social media feeds as the comfort treat of choice. And for good reason: Banana bread conjures up images of a cozy kitchen and time spent with family. Since cherry season is upon us, we came up with our own version of banana bread that is bursting with fresh cherries and dark chocolate to help satisfy those sweet cravings. INGREDIENTS 1/3 cup vegetable oil, such as coconut, olive or sunflower oil 1/2 cup pure [...]

Cherry Chocolate Banana Bread2020-07-14T09:29:13-07:00

Rainier Cherry Milkshake

2023-07-11T14:20:48-07:00

Fresh Rainier cherries are excellent when blended into a classic vanilla milkshake. Our easy-peasy recipe can be thrown together in 5 minutes. If you want to make milkshakes for a crowd, just multiply the recipe by the number of milkshakes needed. The only limit is the size of your blender!  To make our adorable sprinkle straws, dip the ends of your straws in some melted white chocolate, then roll in colorful sprinkles until chocolate is completely coated. Place on a wire cooling rack and allow to set. Recipe Development and Photography: Williams-Raines YIELD: 1 milkshake INGREDIENTS   Milkshake  1 cup vanilla ice cream*  1/2 cup Rainier cherries, pitted [...]

Rainier Cherry Milkshake2023-07-11T14:20:48-07:00

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

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