What a year! It is hard to believe Thanksgiving has come and gone, but I am grateful for many things this year. I am most grateful we celebrated Thanksgiving together as a family rather than virtually via Zoom. Hopefully, your holiday celebrating also returned to more normalcy this year. I am immensely thankful for you for reading our blog, trying our family-tested recipes (since 1978), and sharing your comments and ideas. Thank you!

And, last but not least, I am grateful for leftovers!

I know there are leftover lovers and haters, but if you are a leftover lover, you will love the recipes we have compiled in this blog. We’ve collected our favorite Cherchies® recipes using holiday leftovers to make your meal planning easy and stretch your budget during this busy holiday season.

Enjoy!

Comment below and let us know how you use up holiday leftovers. As always, thank you for visiting. Come back again!

Sheri-Cherchies®

Leftover Poultry (Italian Dishes)

Chicken Pasta Recipe- An easy pasta dish featuring chicken, broccoli, pasta, and Cherchies® Lem’n Dill Seasoning.

Chicken Caprese Pasta Recipe- Easy and refreshing, featuring chicken, tomatoes, pasta, mozzarella cheese, and Cherchies® Basil Pizzazz Seasoning.

Champagne Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe- Perfectly comforting featuring chicken, mushrooms, Cherchies® Champagne Mustard, Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning, and Cherchies® Select Grilling Rub & Seasoning Blend.

Leftover Poultry (Asian Dishes-Substitute any meat you have on hand)

Kathy's Thai Chicken Recipe- featuring chicken, onions, Cherchies® Chardonnay Lime & Cilantro Seasoning and Cherchies® Garlic 'n Herb No-Salt Seasoning.

Champagne Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe- Featuring chicken, coleslaw mix or cabbage and Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.

Peachy Sweet and Sour Chicken Recipe- Who needs take out when you can make this chicken dish featuring Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning and Cherchies® Vidalia Onion Peach Salsa.

Leftover Poultry (Mexican Dishes)

Leftover Sassy Chicken Tostada Recipe- Switch up Taco Night and pile on the fixings. This recipe features Cherchies® Chardonnay Lime & Cilantro Seasoning and Cherchies® Select Grilling Rub & Seasoning Blend.

Chicken Tortilla Casserole- A unique Mexican dish featuring Cherchies® Lem’n Pepper Spicy Blend Seasoning.

Tex-Mex French Bread Pizza Recipe- Quick and easy! This recipe features Cherchies® Black Bean & Corn Salsa and Cherchies® Chardonnay Lime & Cilantro Seasoning Blend.

Leftover Poultry (American Dishes)

Blackberry Chicken Flatbread Recipe- Perfect for an appetizer or light lunch featuring Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning and Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.

Blooming Tomato With Chicken Salad Recipe- Refreshing and tasty featuring Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.

Chicken Salad Pie Recipe- This delicious recipe comes from Sherry Pfaender from St. Charles, MO, formerly Miss Aimee B's Tea Room. Sherry says that the secret ingredient is Cherchies® Champagne Mustard - "it just doesn't come out the same without it!"

Leftover Poultry (American Classic Recipes)

Chicken Cordon Bleu Soup- Perfect for leftover ham and chicken, Cherchies® Champagne Mustard, and Cherchies® Basil Pizzazz.

Cobb Salad With Brown Derby Dressing Recipe- This famous salad originated in Hollywood, back in the 1920's, and features Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.

Chicken Broccoli Casserole Recipe- Easy, delicious and comforting, featuring Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning and Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.

Leftover Pork

Cajun Mac and Cheese Recipe- Add Cherchies®Cajun Seasoning and Andouille sausage to heavenly mac and cheese, and you've just transported yourself into the heart of Bayou Country!

Split Pea & Lentil Soup- In 35 minutes you could have a piping hot bowl of this deliciously comforting soup! Perfect for leftover ham!

Canadian Bacon Egg Casserole Recipe- Cherchies® Lem’Dill Seasoning is the secret ingredient to make this egg dish divine!

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Ham, Turkey, and Cheese Stromboli Recipe- Add a twist to pizza night and make these delicious strombolis featuring Cherchies® Mustards.

Champagne Blackberry Grilled Ham and Cheese Recipe- Gooey melty cheesy sandwiches with salty ham, tangy Champagne Mustard, sweet Blackberry Preserves, and brie cheese. Oh my!

Ham and Mustard Biscuit Recipe- What could be better than biscuits and ham? Biscuits with ham and our signature champagne mustard.

Leftover Veggies

Irish Vegetable Soup Recipe- Perfect for whatever fresh or canned vegetables you have available. This recipe features Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning.

The Real Deal "Shepherd's Pie" Recipe- An authentic Irish recipe tweaked to feature Cherchies® Champagne Mustard, Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning, and Cherchies® Basil Pizzazz.

Homemade Potatoes O'Brien Recipe- Add some leftover meat for a complete meal. Featuring Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning and Cherchies® Pretty Peppers.

Leftover Mashed Potato Cups Recipe- A fun re-make that you could either serve as a side or serve it as an appetizer for guests, featuring Cherchies® Lem’n Dill Seasoning.

Teresa's Ham & Asparagus Quiche Recipe- Yes, real people (men and women alike) eat quiche;) This recipe features Cherchies® Champagne Mustard and Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning.

Fried Rice Recipe- Perfect for leftover chicken and veggies, featuring Cherchies®Garlic ‘n Herbs Seasoning and Cherchies® Champagne Mustard or Cherchies® Hot Banana Pepper Mustard.

Leftover Salsa

Tex-Mex Burger Recipe- This burger recipe is a force to be reckoned with, as it hits all the flavor notes, sweet, spicy, and smoky, all wrapped up in one lip-smacking package! It features Cherchies® Black Bean & Corn Salsa.

Black Bean and Corn Breakfast Burrito Recipe- A bold and robust breakfast burrito featuring Cherchies® Bean & Corn Salsa.

Tex-Mex Avocado Toast Recipe- Are you ready for a flavor party for your mouth? This recipe is perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack and it features Cherchies® Black Bean & Corn Salsa.

Leftover Jam and Jelly

Homemade Toaster Strudel Recipe- The perfect breakfast treat or afternoon snack featuring leftover Cherchies® Preserves or Butter Spreads.

Blackberry Monkey Bread Muffins Recipe- Quick, easy, and a fabulous way to start the morning, featuring Cherchies® Preserves or Butter Spreads.

Jam and Brie Cups Recipe- These delectable cheesy bites, featuring Cherchies® Preserves and Butter Spreads, whip up in minutes and make for an elegant easy appetizer.

Spinach Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette Recipe- Did you know leftover jams and jellies can be used in vinaigrettes? This recipe features Cherchies® Cranberry Preserves but our other preserves of butter spreads would work nicely too.

Cheesy Jam Thumbprint Recipe- Another quick and easy appetizer featuring leftover jam or jelly. This recipe works great with Cherchies® Preserves or Butter Spreads.

Memaw’s Strawberry Cake Recipe- Leftover Cherchies® Strawberry Butter Spread in cake mixes makes for an easy tasty dessert.

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Garlic Day- 20 Amazing Garlic Recipes

April 19, 2021recipe round upSheri SpalloneComment

Originally posted April 2016. New pictures and updates.

According to Days of the Year (www.daysoftheyear.com), today is Garlic Day! The origins of this obscure holiday might not be entirely clear, but its purpose is obvious: take to the kitchen and celebrate the many uses of garlic by cooking up a feast"- daysoftheyear.com

Not only does garlic add intense flavor to your favorite savory recipe, it also provides a wealth of health-promoting benefits, such as reducing the risk of heart disease, lowering cholesterol levels, fighting off viruses and infections, cleansing the body of toxic metals, and so much more.

Garlic has found its way in many cuisines around the world, and in honor of Garlic Day, we wanted to share of our favorite recipes. "For one day only, put aside your concerns about bad breath and indulge in twenty-four hours of delicious, garlicky goodness – it is Garlic Day, a day to recognize this pungent little clove"- daysoftheyear.com.

Appetizers

Side Dishes

Garlic Bread- of course! Spread your favorite bread with butter or olive oil, generously season with Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning or Cherchies® Garlic & Herbs Seasoning Blend, and broil in the oven for a few minutes until the bread is slightly browned.
Champagne Roasted Brussels Sprout Recipe
Herbed Corn on the Cob Recipe

Grilling

Dinner

Black and White Bean Chili Recipe

Blackberry Champagne Salmon Recipe

Salads

Sauces and Spreads

Thanks for visiting! Enjoy:) Happy Garlic Day!

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Recipe Roundup- 30 Delicious Spring Brunch Recipes (You Need To Try)

March 23, 2021parties, recipe round upSheri SpalloneComment

Originally posted on April 10, 2019. Updated with pictures and recipes.

Happy Spring, everyone! Will you join us for Brunch?

Why is it Spring and the holidays scream brunch?

Whether you are planning a small gathering for Easter, Mother’s Day, Graduation, or a Wedding, or to wow your guests with a Spring brunch, we have taken the guesswork out and collected 30 of our favorite brunch recipes to make your planning a breeze. Whether you are looking for appetizers, hearty egg casseroles, savory side dishes, salads, or sweet rolls, we have you covered. Consider us your Spring brunch planners.

Thanks for stopping by:) Comment below if you have tried any of these recipes. Come back again for more family-tested recipes, entertaining ideas, and cooking tips using all our favorite Cherchies® gourmet products.

Appetizers

Tomato Basil Cups Recipe- Fresh tomatoes, creamy Swiss cheese, and salty bacon.
Lemon Dill Dip Recipe- Our favorite dip! Light and fresh.
Champagne and Apple Endive Recipe- Tangy mustard, crisp apples, and robust blue cheese come together in one tasty bite.

Fig Prosciutto Goat Cheese Crostini Recipe - A flavor explosion for your mouth

Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts Recipe- Anything with bacon tastes better and Cranberry Mustard.
Sweet and Savory Ham and Cheese Pinwheel Recipe- Salty ham, creamy Swiss cheese, sweet-hot Champagne Mustard.

Breakfast/ Brunch Dishes

Cherry Glazed Ham- Sweet and and salty. Perfect for holiday entertaining.
Breakfast Sausage and Eggs Recipe- The Champagne Mustard is the star of this dish!
Lemon Dill Lox Recipe- Lem 'n Dill and Salmon. Delicious

Ham and Biscuits- Smoky ham, buttery biscuits, and a sweet-hot Champagne Mustard.

Teresa's Ham & Asparagus Quiche- You're guests will ask for seconds!
Cajun Eggs Benedict Recipe- Add a little kick to your brunch.

Egg Salad Stuffed Shells Recipe- After the egg hunt, whip up these shells; an “egg-celent” idea.

Strawberry Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe- A breakfast favorite!
Bagels with Homemade Vegetable Cream Cheese Spread Recipe- Move over store-bought veggie cream cheese!

Side Dishes

Fruit Salad with Champagne Honey Mustard Dressing Recipe- A unique flavorful combination.
Champagne Beet and Goat Cheese Salad Recipe- Sweet and tangy
Strawberry Salad- A refreshing spring salad topped with Champagne Vinaigrette.

French Green Beans Recipe- Cheesy peppery goodness, perfect for any holiday or potluck.

Potatoes O’Brien - Perfect for feeding a crowd.
Parmesan Pepper Knots- Savory, cheesy rolls.

Apple and Shrimp Salad Recipe- Fresh and light.
Cherchies Compound Herbed Butter Recipe- Serve with your favorite Brunch bread or rolls.

Champagne Deviled Eggs Recipe- An Easter Bunny Favorite!

Sweet Treats

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe-
Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls Recipe- Melt in your mouth delicious.
Blackberry Monkey Bread Muffins- Lemon, Cinnamon, and Blackberries all wrapped up in a muffin. We dare you to eat just one!

Homemade Toaster Strudels Recipe- Fruity and tasty.
Cream Cheese Pie Recipe- Creamy and delicious.
Fig Bars Recipe- Rich and figgy.

Enjoy!

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Recipe Roundup- 30 Fabulous Fall Recipes

September 20, 2020recipe round upSheri SpalloneComment

Original posted October 2018.

Happy Fall Everyone!

Entertaining certainly looks different this year! From Game Day to Halloween, we have hand selected our 30 favorite, quick and comforting Fall recipes guaranteed to make your Autumn entertaining a “breeze!"

As sad as it is to see summer end, Fall’s return is usually a refreshing break from the heat and humidity here in the Mid-Atlantic (and that means better hair days for most:). Fall brings a welcomed crispness, a familiar warmth, amber-colored leaves, apples, pumpkins, bonfires, sweaters... and of course football!

Embrace the nuances of Fall…cozy up, light a fire, invite your friends and family over for a casual get-together, and enjoy these 30 tasty Fall treats!

Comment below and let us know the recipes you have tried and as always, thank you for stopping by to visit! Come back again:)

Appetizers

Marinated Cheese Recipe- A make ahead must! The Garlic 'n Herbs Seasoning and our Pretty Peppers add a ton of flavor to this easy appetizer.
Sweet and Sour Spread Recipe- Sweet apricot preserves combined with the zing of horseradish and gourmet mustard makes this a delicious appetizer that won't be on the table for long.
Oh Sooo Simple Salsa Recipe- Last minute get-together? No problem! Our Salsa Seasoning with Lime will turn any can of tomatoes into a delicious salsa in minutes! For an added bonus, add cheese to your newly made salsa, and microwave until melted... instant queso!

Main Meal/ Dinner

Baked Chicken Tenders with Cranberry Mustard Dipping Sauce- Crispy chicken tenders with a tangy dipping sauce…this recipe features Cherchies® award-winning Mustards and Cherchies Garlic Seasoning.
Champagne Chicken Cordon Bleu Recipe- This deliciously rich recipe is family-approved, yet perfect enough for guests, or for a romantic dinner for two, and it features our award-winning Cherchies® Champagne Mustard.
Yes, soup for you! (Seinfeld flashback)- With 10 quick-cooking soups to choose from, we have just the one to warm you and your family.

Cajun Seafood Chowder Recipe- Butternut squash, shrimp, scallops, and Cherchies® Cajun Seasoning come together in this spicy savory chowder.
The Real Deal Sheppard’s Pie Recipe- The perfect comfort food for those chilly nights featuring Cherchies® Champagne Mustard and Cherchies® Garlic Seasoning.
Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipe- A homemade take on the classic boxed Hamburger Helper, but with pizzazz, Cherchies Basil Pizzazz.

Game Day

The Best Layered Taco Dip Recipe- Hit the appetizer jackpot (it’s empty at the end of the night) with delicious layers of re-fried beans, sour cream, creamy guacamole, tomatoes, black olives, green onions, cheese, and our secret ingredients, Cherchies® Select Grilling Rub & Seasoning Blend and Cherchies® Chardonnay Lime & Cilantro Seasoning.
Candied Pepper Jam Bacon- Bacon and football just seem perfect together for some reason, but bacon combined with sweet/hot pepper jam? Life changing. This delicious recipe features Cherchies® Pepper Jams and bacon.
Mexican Martino Cheesecake Recipe- This recipe is a touchdown and feeds a large crowd. A savory cheesecake with peppers and Vidalia Onion Peach Salsa. Yumm!

Apple Butter BBQ Smokies Recipe- Frankly speaking (pun intended), these simple and easy cocktail wieners are a definite must for your next gathering and they feature one of our favorites, Cherchies Apple Butter Spread.

Cheesy Havarti-Dill Pull Apart Bread- Soft, crunchy artisan bread, melty Havarti cheese, drippy butter and Lemon dill spice...oh my! Perfect for a crowd.
Melt in Your Mouth Pulled Pork- 5 Ingredients, including our Select Grilling Rub and Seasoning Blend. A crock pot favorite!

Grilled Herb Chicken Legs- Fire up the grill, and add olive oil and your favorite Cherchies® seasoning blends .
Black & White Bean Chili Recipe- A Fall slow cooking favorite featuring Cherchies® Select Grilling Rub & Seasoning Blend.
Double Decker Tacos Recipe- Have a taco bar with all the fixings. This recipe features Cherchies® Select Grilling Rub & Seasoning Blend.

Halloween

Stuffed Pepper Mummy Recipe- Spooky mini peppers stuffed with a vegetable cream cheese spread and dressed up for Halloween. This recipe features Cherchies® Lem’n Dill Seasoning, Cherchies® Garlic’n Herbs Seasoning, or Cherchies® Basil Pizzazz.
Witches Cheese Brooms With Mustard Recipe- featuring our award-winning mustards as the dipping sauce.
Spooky English Muffin Pizzas- Feast your eyes on these ghoulish pizzas featuring Cherchies® Hot Banana Pepper Mustard.

Lemon Dill Dip Recipe- What would a party be without dips? This dip, made with Cherchies® Lemon Dill , is irresistibly good. Serve it for Game Day (or any day), or jazz it up for Halloween in Jack-o-Lantern peppers!
Festive Deviled Eyeballs Recipe- Deviled eggs Halloween style featuring Cherchies® Champagne Mustard and Cherchies Pretty Peppers.