APPETIZERS

Rove Estate Recipe: Melon Basil Prosciutto Skewers

Pair this summery appetizer with a glass of Pinot Grigio. Ingredients (and 1 tool)1 cantaloupe melon 1 seedless watermelon Thinly sliced prosciutto Fresh basil Small mozzarella balls Wooden cocktail skewersOptional Drizzle/ToppingBalsamic reduction Your...

Savory Gougères

Yield: 4 dozenGougère Shells Ingredients1 cup skim milk 6 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon salt 5 ¾ ounces all-purpose flour 4 large eggsDirectionsPreheat oven to 425 F. In a sauce pot, bring the milk,...

Miniature Lobster Rolls

Servings: 16IngredientsFour 1 ½-pound cooked lobsters, or 4 lobster tails, or 1 ½ pounds lobster meat Saffron orange aioli 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 2 inner celery stalks and leaves, finely chopped ...

Black Star Farms Signature Bruschetta

The following recipe is a favorite among guests at the Inn at Black Star Farms, which was recently voted No. 3 on USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice list of the top wine country hotels in...

Brie with Maple-Glazed Walnuts from Sandhill Crane Vineyards

The following recipe from Sandhill Crane Vineyards in Jackson is perfect for holiday entertaining — even if you’re just entertaining your own household or participating in a virtual celebration.2 cups walnuts 1/3 cup pure maple...

Clara Dueweke’s Pizza Rolls

The following recipe was provided by Cortney Casey of Michigan By The Bottle Tasting Rooms. It was her grandmother's — and a family favorite for  holiday gatherings.Clara Dueweke’s Pizza Rolls Thaw out 1 loaf of...

Contessa Wine Cellars Guacamole

4 soft avocados1 small ripe tomato, finely chopped1 small onion, finely chopped1 small clove garlic, crushed1 to 2 tablespoons of jalapeno juice (from jar of jalapenos)1 to 2 tablespoons of the jalapenos, finely chopped½...
BLT bite

Cracked Pepper BLT Bites

A nice general guideline for wine and food pairing is that salty and spicy foods go well with low-alcohol, fruity wines. This pairing from Chateau Chantal is the perfect embodiment of that idea. A...

Wine Mushroom Caps

Wine Mushroom Caps - Sauté garlic in butter in saucepan. Add the grated cheese, bread crumbs and wine. Mix well. Fill mushroom caps with mixture.

Wine Cheese Spread

Wine Cheese Spread - It's simple. Just mix it all together until it looks right. If you want to use it as a dip, add more wine until thin enough.

Smoked Whitefish Pate

Smoked Whitefish Pate - Cream the cheese, add remaining ingredients, and mix well. Serve on endive, crackers, or in phyllo cups.

Port Wine Cheese Spread

Port Wine Cheese Spread - Combine wine and butter in a small bowl. In food processor or blender, combine cheese, sour cream, salt and cayenne pepper.

Mushroom & Leek Tartlets

Mushroom & Leek Tartlets - Over a medium heat melt fat then add mushrooms and leeks. Cook slowly over low heat until dry, approximately one hour. Add pancetta, salt and pepper.

Leelanau Fondue

Leelanau Fondue - Rub the interior of the fondue pot with the garlic halves, then discard. Place the fondue pot over medium heat, add the wine and gently heat, about 5 minutes.

Cheese and Wine Spread

Cheese and Wine Spread - Combine all ingredients except crackers and grapes in blender or food processor; blend until smooth and thoroughly combined.

Artichoke Pizza Appetizer

Artichoke Pizza Appetizer - Courtesy of Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, Favorite recipe of Steve Callewaert, Tasting Room Staff

FOLLOW US

697FansLike
279FollowersFollow
84FollowersFollow

READER SUBMISSIONS

Michigan Wine Country readers share their Michigan winery experiences.