Appetizer Recipes

Love it or not, Spam is the foundation for classic Hawaiian Musubi served at lunch counters across the islands and at mainland specialty cafes.

Mushroom tarts are easy to make and a delicious way to use the wide variety of mushrooms available to us in Oregon.

There’s nothing we love more than a warm knish pastry filled with potatoes, sauerkraut and cheese.

Everyone loves a delicious seven-layer dip, and we just had to make ours with some tasty twists.

Whole heads of roasted garlic taste fantastic when spread on crusty bread with a drizzle of good olive oil. We love sharing this recipe with a bit of soft cheese like Cambozola or brie alongside for a perfect appetizer or light meal.

This is an excellent and easy one pan dish made with soft burrata and plenty of basil. Finish with a drizzle of good balsamic vinegar and serve with artisan bread alongside for a fantastic and fast vegetarian meal.

Carlton Farms slow-roasted pulled pork shredded over Salsas Locas chips, topped with Oregon cheeses, salsa and sour cream is a sure-fire way to score big on game day. Leftover pork – in the rare case that happens – makes excellent tacos and quesadillas.

Searing and then braising pork with bacon, apples and cabbage delivers a succulent dish that is so delicious, you’ll be going for seconds.

Fermented foods provide great health benefits. We have combined several here to accompany our favorite miso-glazed roasted vegetables.