Portobello Mushroom Stir-Fry

The portobello mushroom is often used as a meatless alternative to a burger because it has a “meaty” umami flavor and a chewy texture. In this stir-fry, it’s more like slivered steak, and it’s seared and then coated with a maple sauce for a subtle sweetness.

How to Deep Fry a Turkey, Safely and Deliciously

Turkey has long been restricted to the holiday season, earning heavy rotation from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. With northern Michigan’s abundance of local turkey farms, however, we think America’s second favorite bird deserves a place on the menu year-round. 
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Dairy-Free Macaroni Salad

Looking for a creamy, flavorful macaroni salad without the dairy? This homemade dairy-free macaroni salad features a rich and velvety cashew-based dressing, crisp fresh vegetables, and tender elbow macaroni for the perfect plant-based side dish. Whether you’re preparing for a
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Detroit-Style Coney Hot Dogs 🌭

If you’ve ever spent time in Detroit, chances are you’ve noticed there’s a Coney Island restaurant on just about every corner. Detroit-style Coney dogs are more than just a hot dog topped with chili. They’re a Michigan food tradition with
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A Michigan Cookout Side-Dish Staple: Creamy Cabbage Coleslaw

Coleslaw is a summertime staple, especially during grilling season. Here in Michigan, if you’ve spent any time at a backyard barbecue or cookout, chances are you’ve seen a bowl of creamy coleslaw next to the hot dogs, brats, and burgers. This recipe is inspired by the classic creamy cabbage slaw served at Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, with a few simple adaptations of our own.

You’ll Love This Traverse City-Inspired Hot Dog

Traverse City is a world–renowned place to live – and visit – and we think it’s on par with some of the best culinary destinations on the planet. But in preparing for our annual celebration of all-things frankfurter, we started wondering; why doesn’t Traverse City
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The Best Chicago Dog Recipe Around

Even dedicated hot dog lovers need to freshen up their franks. Pick up the right ingredients for a Chicago-style hot dog head of your next grill out, including local options and organic essentials. Ready to win your next backyard get-together?
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Smashed Chicken Burgers with Parsley

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, these chicken burgers are topped with a tangy lime Dijon mayo and paired with a fresh, crunchy salad made from the same ingredients. Pile them onto toasted buns or keep things lighter and enjoy them bun-free.

Gumbo

Gumbo is a Southern classic, a rich stew thickened with a roux, as well as the thickening properties of okra. Here you have the option to use rice flour, for a gluten-free roux, and frozen okra, which is easy to find year round.

Sheet Pan Cod with Sweet Potatoes and Olives

This sheet pan meal is a great way to roast vegetables and fish in one pan, eliminating extra pots to wash. Sweet potatoes take a savory turn when mixed with juicy Kalamata olives and artichoke hearts and create a bed for quick-cooking cod fillets.