Homemade Sour Cream

Try homemade sour cream on fresh sliced cucumbers, for a delicious treat! 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup sour cream or buttermilk Mix heavy cream and buttermilk in a screw-top jar, cover, and let stand at room temperature about 24 hours until very thick. Chill well before using and keep refrigerated. Idea: Color green for […]

Sharp Cheddar Benne Cakes

Benne cakes are traditional treats in the southern United States, but the recipe originated from West Africa. Bennes are sesame seeds and are considered to bring good luck in many cultures. Traditionally, these cakes are sweet and are like small cookies. They are a regular treat at Kwanzaa celebrations. This variation brings a new take […]

The Savoy’s Beurre Blanc – White Butter Sauce

Compliments of Chantal and Jean Martini (Wonderful with fish or shellfish) 4 oz. dry white wine 2 pinches of salt 2 oz. fresh shallots, chopped 4 pinches of white pepper 4 bay leaves 8 oz. Longmont Dairy Whipping Cream 8 whole black peppercorns 8 oz. unsalted butter 4 oz. clarified butter Sweat the shallots, bay […]

Roasted Olathe Corn and Poblano Soup

Chef Aaron Bennett, Ritz CarltonClub-Willow Creek Bistro, Aspen Highlands This recipe was shared by special permission from Colorado Proud. For more great recipes visit their website at www.ColoradoProud.or 12 ears of fresh Olathe Colorado corn 1 1/2 large white onion small diced 2 red bell peppers small diced 3 poblano peppers small diced 3 jalapeños […]

Pistachio-Almond Salad

2 small boxes pistachio instant pudding Longmont Dairy Milk 1 large can pineapple chunks, drained 1 package sliced almonds Mix two boxes of pistachio pudding with milk, following package directions. After pudding sets, add 1 large can drained pineapple chunks, and package of sliced almonds. Mix gently together and refrigerate.

Picnic Casserole

This casserole was born to travel—you don’t even have to light up a campfire! 1 lb lean ground beef 3 medium onions—chopped to make 3 cups 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups enchilada sauce 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 cups pitted ripe olives 1 teaspoon fresh ginger-chopped 1—16 ounce can of yellow hominy, drained and […]

Nadine Henry’s Scalloped Potatoes

1/2 to 3/4 lb. Tillamook Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded (or 3, 8-oz. packages of shredded cheese) 8-10 potatoes 1-2 Tablespoons Country Cream Butter 1 to 1 1/2 quarts Longmont Dairy Whipping Cream Salt to taste Optional: Ham – sliced or cubed Peel and slice potatoes. Cut cheese into cubes, or shred, as desired. Heat cream, […]

Mashed Sweet Potatoes

4 1/2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes 1/2 cup Country Cream Butter, melted 1/3 cup Longmont Dairy milk 1 cup white sugar 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 Eggland’s Best Eggs, beaten 1 cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/3 cup butter 1 cup chopped pecans Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees […]

Marbled Potatoes

Make ahead and freeze for Thanksgiving. Serves 6 1 pound red potatoes 1 pound sweet potatoes 2 scallions, chopped 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup Longmont Dairy Whipping Cream-whipped 1 teaspoon salt Nutmeg to taste 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs 2 tablespoons melted butter 2 tablespoons minced, fresh parsley […]

LDF Select Cheese AA+ Dip

Asiago Cheese and Artichoke make a “Super” Appetizer 8 oz. cream cheese 1/2 cup sour cream 2 Tbsp. LDF half and half 1/4 tsp. salt 3/4 cup shredded Longmont Dairy Select Asiago Cheese 1 can (14 oz.) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 4 medium green onions, chopped (about 1/4 cup) 2 Tbls. chopped fresh parsley […]