Michigan Cherry Chicken Salad

Sweet Michigan cherries, tender chicken, celery, and a creamy dill dressing come together in this easy Michigan Cherry Chicken Salad recipe that’s perfect for lunches, picnics, and meal prep.

Our Favorite Fall Harvest Bowl Recipe with Plant-based Ingredients

Celebrate the flavors of fall with this harvest bowl a hearty mix of roasted chickpeas, caramelized sweet potatoes, crisp apple, and nutty wild rice, all tossed with massaged kale and a tangy balsamic dressing. It’s wholesome, colorful, and perfect for meal prep or a quick, nourishing dinner after a busy day.

Slow Cooker Teriyaki Beef Ribs

Teriyaki Beef Short Ribs are the ultimate comfort food, combining rich, meaty flavor with a sweet and savory Asian-inspired glaze. Using a slow cooker allows the beef short ribs to cook low and slow, breaking down tough connective tissue and
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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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