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 How to Build a Sausage Board Fall is in the air and we're craving heartier fare. What better way to celebrate autumn than a sausage board that's p...

Grilled Chicken and Feta Nicoise Salad A delicious lunch or dinner salad. Pair with grilled pita and delicious Rose such as Villa Wolf Rose of Pino...

Brie and Apple Butter Crostini Makes 15-20 Crostini Super simple taste of fall.  Ingredients 1 baguette, sliced2 Tablespoons olive oil⅓ pound brie ...

Cheese Curd, Peach, Prosciutto Appetizer Savory, sweet and salty in one yummy bite. Pair with a Prosecco such as Pizzolato Organic Prosecco.  Ingre...

Cheesy Zucchini Casserole Ingredients 2 large zucchini , trimmed and cut into 1 inch dice (this will be about 4-5 cups)1 cup mayonnaise, (not Mirac...

Blueberry Watermelon & Feta Salad A must for every summer BBQ. Serves 6 Ingredients7 to 8 cups seedless watermelon - cut into ¾ inch cubes 1 ½ ...

Turkey Burger with Everything Aioli & Cheddar Sometimes a good turkey burger is all you need. Serves 4 Ingredients Terrapin Ridge Everything Ai...

Ultimate Bacon Cheeseburger A classic that's just right any time of year. Pair your favorite local brew and enjoy! Serves 6. Ingredients 1 pound th...

A Caprese Salad on a stick. What's not to love? Serves 3-4 Ingredients 4 slices (about 1-inch thick) French bread baguette, cubed1 cup cherry tomat...

If you haven't ever grilled Feta, this recipe is a must-try. Pair it will a crisp chilled Sauvignon Blanc. Voila- dinner is served!  Serves 8 Ingre...

Can't get enough Feta Cheese lately, especially with olives.  Serves 8 Ingredients Roasted Olives2 cups Delallo Pitted Olive Medley1/3 cup extra vi...

Diablo Chicken ChilaquilesA quick dinner or game day snack. Serves 6. Adapted from 3Sons Foods Ingredients 1 Bag Brennan’s Tortilla Chips3 cups dic...

Makes 2 pizzas recipe adapted from eat Wisconsin cheese Ingredients 1 pound thick-cut Nueske's  bacon, chopped2 medium onions, halved and thinly sl...

serves 4-6 Ingredients16oz Delallo uncooked elbow noodles, shellbows or cavatappi 2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons flour8 ounces milk8 ounces craf...

This sandwich is loaded with tangy blue cheese, sweet fig jam and crispy prosciutto! The perfect balance of savory and sweet! Our Rock 'n Rolla Gor...

Baby Swiss is the soft, mellow, slightly fattier version of traditional Swiss cheese  With a subtle nutty, sweet flavor, baby Swiss makes a very di...

We think Muenster is the unsung hero of grilled cheese. It has a silky melting texture; a rich, buttery flavor; and the perfect fat content for hea...

Warm Beer Cheese Dip Add to a little crock pot when complete to keep warm. Great with pretzels or crusty bread. Makes 2 cups. Adapted from Wisconsi...

All the yummy things you find on a brat in a cheesy dip (created by our Master dip guru). Serve with baguette slices and a cold beer. Makes 10-12,...

Champagne Fondue A sparkling twist on classic fondue. Serves 2. (Adapted from Epicurious.com) Ingredients:  4 teaspoons cornstarch1 tablespoon fres...

Adapted from What's Gaby Cooking Serves 6-8 people  Serve this hearty cheesy dip with naan cut into triangles, tortilla chips, or crostini. Ingredi...

Adapted from chef in training Serves 6-8 This easy appetizer is a crowd-pleaser. Serve with Brennan's Tortilla Chips.  Ingredients 16 oz. cream che...

Create an Epic Charcuterie Board Easy to make and a show stopper! So versatile. You can let your creative juices fly. Vary it from season to season...

Tags:asparagus, fresh mozzarella, side dish, wisconsin cheese Serving Size:4 Ingredients 1 pound Asparagus Spears, thin or large cut in half 4oz Fresh Mozzarella, like Crave Brothers, cut or torn in pieces to taste salt to taste pepper 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel Description A tasty side dish with fish, chicken or beef. Preparation Break off …

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Serving Size:Serves 4 Ingredients Brennan’s Fig Spreadable Fruit 1 baguette or Italian Bread 8 slices prosciutto 8 thin slices Asiago cheese 8 to 12 arugula leaves Adapted From:MarthaStewart.com Description This sandwich is savory sweet! Serve with a side of fruit salad and a glass of chilled Chardonnay, like Pomona Winds! Preparation Cut 1 baguette or …

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Serving Size:Serves 6 Ingredients 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup flour 2 cups milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 Tablespoons jalapeño chiles, seeded and finely chopped 2 cups Sharp Wisconsin Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 jar (7 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained well, thinly sliced …

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Tags:corn on the cob, cheese Serving Size:Serves 5 Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise 5 ears Brennan’s Corn, husks and silk removed 1 cup Brennan’s Shredded Parmesan or American Grana to taste chili powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Adapted From:FoodNetwork.com Description A way to make corn on the cob even better! This …

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Serving Size:Serves 2 Ingredients 1 cup Native Peanut Sauce 1/2 cup chicken stock 2 pounds chicken breasts (boneless and skinless) 1/2 cup Monterrey Jack and cheddar cheeses, grated 1 handful cilantro, chopped 1 handful roasted peanuts, chopped 1 jalapeño pepper, sliced or your favorite hot pepper Adapted From:Closetcooking.com Description If you want to reduce the …

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Serving Size:Makes 1 pizza Ingredients 1 pizza dough 1/2 cup Native Peanut Sauce 1 cup cooked chicken (torn into bite sized pieces) 1 carrot, julienned 1 handful bean sprouts 2 green onions 2 handfuls mozzarella cheese, grated 1 handful peanuts, chopped 1 handful cilantro, chopped Adapted From:Closetcooking.com Description Spice up your pizza night with this …

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Tags:turkey burger, wisconsin cheese Serving Size:serves 4 Ingredients Olive oil or grape seed oil for the pan and grilling 1 cup finely chopped red onion ¼ to ½ cup finely chopped jalapeño peppers, seeds removed (see notes) 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 lb ground turkey 1 cup grated Pepper Jack cheese 1 teaspoon sea salt …

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Serving Size:Makes 2 Quesadillas Ingredients 1 1/2 Tablespoons Brennan’s Cellars Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 small onion, sliced 8 ounces mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped 3 Tablespoons broth or white wine 3 Tablespoons broth or white wine 2 Tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional) 4 handfuls grated Monterey Jack 4 …

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Serving Size:2 dozen Ingredients 24 large Brennan’s Green olives with Herbs, pitted 1/2 cup goat cheese 1 teaspoon whole mustard seeds 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped fine 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup all purpose flour 1 egg, beaten 1 cup breadcrumbs (fresh or panko) 1/3 cup American Grana …

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Serving Size:Makes ¾ cup of spread. Ingredients 1 cup (6 ounces) Brennan’s Peppercorn Crumbled Feta Cheese* 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup chopped pistachio nuts Adapted From:eatwisconsincheese.com Description Serve this easy spread on toasted crostini. Preparation Combine cheeses and nuts; mix well.*Also try with Brennans Mediterranean Herb Crumbled Feta or Tomato Basil …

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Serving Size:Serves 8 Ingredients 8 oz package cream cheese, cut into chunks 1 cup butter, cut into chunks 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 cup block mozzarella, cubed 1/4 cup cubed pepperoni 1/4 cup pizza sauce 1 teaspoon oregano 1 egg 1 Tablespoon milk Extra pizza sauce of dipping Adapted …

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Tags:Cheddar, Cheese, Pepper Jack, Bacon, Burger, Grilled Serving Size:Serves 3 Ingredients 1/2 lb lean ground sirloin (or ground beef of your choice) 1/2 lb ground bacon salt and pepper to taste vegetable oil for grilling 3 toasted hamburger buns or kaiser rolls 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, grated 1 cup grated Monterey Jack- Variety Listing optional …

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Serving Size:Serves 12 Ingredients 1 12-inch round Puff pastry 1 5-inch round Domestic Brie 1 egg, slightly beaten 1 cup Apple Chutney, like Gloria’s Salt and Pepper Adapted From:FoodNetwork.com Description Highly recommended for holiday entertaining. Preparation Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.  Lay the Brie in the center of the puff pastry circle.  Fold the …

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Tags:Cheeseburger, grilling, father’s day Serving Size:This recipe makes 8 child sized burgers and 4 adult burgers. Ingredients 3 1/2 pounds lean ground beef 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1 cup grated Brennan’s Chipotle Cheddar 12 hamburger buns, lightly toasted Terrapin Ridge Chipotle Sauce sliced Clinch Mountain Tennessee Tomatoes 3 Avocados, …

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Serving Size:Serves 8 Ingredients 5 Tablespoons butter, divided 1/2 pound sliced mushrooms salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup flour, divided 2 1/4 cups (2 percent reduced fat) milk, divided 2 cups Wisconsin Gruyere Cheese, shredded, divided 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed, left whole and steamed or precooked for 5 minutes 1 yellow onion, …

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Serving Size:Serves 8-10 Ingredients 5 lbs russet or Yukon gold potatoes 8 ounces (about 10 slices) bacon 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 cup sour cream 1 small onion, grated on the large holes of a box grater, juice reserved 1/2 bunch (about 1/4 cup) fresh chives, finely …

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Serving Size:Serves 2 Ingredients 4 slices rustic bread butter, softened 2 very ripe peaches, peeled and sliced 4-6 ounces Brown Swiss Havarti, sliced handful Arugula Adapted From:macheesmo.com Description The flavors of this sandwich are kind of out of this world! Preparation Brush the outsides of the bread with butter. Layer the peaches, cheese and arugula …

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Tags:cheese curds, bacon Serving Size:Serves 4 Ingredients 1/2 beef bouillon cube (about 1 teaspoon) 1/4 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons Sriracha or your favorite hot sauce Salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 2 teaspoons cider vinegar 12 slices bacon 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 8 slices white sandwich …

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Serving Size:Serves 4 Ingredients 2 cups grated sharp cheddar 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 cup Gloria’s Mango Chutney 8 slices thick bread, like sourdough 12 oz sliced turkey breast 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter, melted 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin Adapted From:finecooking.com Description Easy and delicious, perfect for lunch today! Preparation Heat a nonstick grill …

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Tags:fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, salad Serving Size:Serves 4 Ingredients 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced 8 oz fresh mozzarella, ciliegine size (cherry size) 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 Tablespoons Brennan’s Cellars Extra Virgin Olive Oil 8 leaves fresh basil Description A quick and colorful salad. For a creative presentation, …

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Serving Size:Serves 6-8 Ingredients 8 1/2 inch thick slices crusty bread 4 large garlic cloves, halved 3 Tablespoons plus 1/3 cup Brennan’s Cellars Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 cup currant or grape or halved cherry or pear tomatoes 1/2 cup chopped green onion 10 medium, cored, thinly sliced Yoder’s WI Amish Family Farms Heirloom Tomatoes …

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Serving Size:Serves 6 Ingredients 2 cups, halved Yoder’s WI Amish Family Farms Heirloom Tomatoes 1/2 cup (2 oz) crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil 3 Tablespoons chopped fresh flat leaf parsley 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh mint 1 Tablespoon drained capers, chopped 1 Tablespoon Brennan’s Balsamic Vinegar 1 Tablespoons Brennan’s Cellars Extra Virgin …

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Serving Size:Serves 4 Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped onions 3 Tablespoons butter, divided 2 teaspoons Brennan’s Cellars Dusseldorf Mustard 1 container (15 oz) Brennan’s Cellars Cheddar Cheese Spread 1/2 cup milk 1/8 teaspoon pepper 8 oz macaroni, penne or rigatoni, cooked as package directs and drained 1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets, cooked in boiling water …

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Tags:mac and cheese, wisconin cheese, macaroni and cheese, cheese, macaroni, cheddar, gruyere Serving Size:Serves 6-8 Ingredients Kosher salt Vegetable oil 1 pound elbow macaroni or cavatappi 1 quart milk 8 Tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, divided 1/2 cup all purpose flour 12 ounces (4 cups) Gruyere, grated 8 ounces (2 cups) extra-sharp Cheddar, grated 1/2 …

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Serving Size:Serves 6-8 Ingredients 1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions 2 large garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2 Tablespoons or to taste minced pickled jalapeno chili’s 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/4 cup all purpose flour 4 cups milk 28 ounce can plum tomatoes, the juice discarded and …

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Serving Size:Serves 4-6 Ingredients 4 ounces Monterey Jack, plain and flavored 8 corn tortillas 1/2 cup your favorite Brennan’s salsa 1/2 cup sour cream cut up leftover chicken or steak (optional) Adapted From:FoodNetwork.com Description Add leftover chicken or steak for a great and easy dinner idea. Preparation Spread 1-ounce cheese on a tortilla.  Add chicken …

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Serving Size:Serves 4-6 Ingredients Brennan’s Cellars Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2 cups Brennan’s Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce 1/3 cup mascarpone cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh thyme leaves 9 oz Nuovo Pasta Tortellini (ricotta & parmesan) 2 ounces thinly sliced smoked mozzarella 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan Adapted From:FoodNetwork.com Description This warming meal is quick cooking …

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