Recipes

Vegetable Pasta Bake

For summer gatherings, this healthy pasta bake offers an easy way to keep a large group fed and get in some vegetables along with the burgers and brats. Using a medley of fresh summer vegetables, this dinner option is hearty, but still light. The version below is Greek inspired with our El Greco herbal blend and feta cheese but you can mix is up and use Fine Herbes or Provencal Seasoned Salt and goat cheese if you're feeling joie de vivre!

Harissa Spiced Fig, Merguez, and Almond Salad

We love a good salad, and are always looking for a good salad cookbook to give us inspiration. Salmagundi: A Celebration of Salads from around the World by Sally Butchec has wonderful salad recipes from a variety of cuisines! This recipe for a spiced fig salad, which comes from the book, artfully combining sweet and spicy flavors in a spice-infused honey for predictably delicious results.From the Author: "This is a rather special salad. Actually, figs have the capacity to render pretty much anything special: their appearance is lush for starters - they have but to lie down on a plate or pose in a fruit bowl and they steal the show. They are also feted for their aphrodisiac properties: yup - they are the all-around floozy of the fruit world."

Fajita Steak Salad

For a large summertime gathering, you want to find a dish to please the crowd with a minimum of fuss. This fajita steak salad offers pleasing grill fare for all without an excess of effort or mess. And it's delicious to boot. Hearty, but not too heavy, this salad is great served alongside grilled corn or cold margaritas for even more summer goodness.

Bajan Chicken Salad

We are always looking for new and fun salad ideas, and Salmagundi: A Celebration of Salads from around the World has a wide variety to try. This Bajan chicken salad, a recipe from the book, combines allspice, cumin, paprika and oregano with a mix of fresh, bright-tasting ingredients for a unique and refreshing flavor.From the Author: "Bajan food is a beguiling mix of Africa and India and the Caribbean. This recipe is a similar jumble—of all the lovely flavors that we sampled on our trip."

Northwest Watermelon Salad

Sweet, savory and salt combine perfectly in this refreshing summer watermelon salad with Emerald City Seasoning. Our signature spice blend allows the flavors of the food to shine through with just a subtle seasoning. This is a perfect side dish for any backyard BBQ because it takes only minutes to prepare and you don't even have to turn on the stove. So get out there and enjoy summer! 

Emerald City Potato Salad

Perfect for picnics, cookouts, or a lunch on the go, summer is the right time for Emerald City potato salad. This simple recipe adds fennel to a basic potato salad, and pairs it with Emerald City Seasoning for a winning flavor combination. The blend's base of dried herbs brings out the vegetal flavors of the fennel, while the green and pink pepper balance its sweeter notes.If you're looking for a delicious and unique side-dish to add to your meal, then this is just the thing.

Asian Chicken Salad

We're crazy in love with our Cascade Mushroom Mix, featured in this Asian chicken salad with just the right embellishments. We put the mushroom mix in the marinade, where the umami flavor magic made the meat meatier. For this Asian chicken salad, we added carrots, cashews, and bok choy for crunch and added flavor. Adding toasted sesame seeds for the garnish adds a delightful flair.

Zesty Biscayne Chicken Skewers

2 hrs, 15 min

Get ready for a taste explosion with our Zesty Biscayne Chicken Skewers! The vibrant flavors of the Caribbean, bursting with zesty citrus, allspice, and a hint of chile pepper heat, will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise.Our secret weapon? The Biscayne Citrus Rub marinade, infused with the essence of sunshine and good vibes. Picture this: light beer and Upper Left Madrona Smoked Honey joining forces to create a magical elixir that lets the flavors of the rub truly shine. So grab those skewers and let the Caribbean flavors take you on a culinary adventure.

Yucatan Rojo Pulled Pork

The classic flavors of the Yucatan shine in this easy slow cooker sensation. In this Yucatan Rojo BBQ Rub pulled pork, bright citrus and earthy spices infuse every bite. The pull-apart tender meat is delicious in a variety of ways, too. Use it as a taco filling alongside a crunchy cabbage slaw or piled high on a bun for sandwiches or sliders.