Get ready to elevate your outdoor dining experience with a mouthwatering selection of dishes designed to sizzle on the grill and tantalize your taste buds. We’ve curated the perfect lineup of recipes to make your summer grilling a sizzling success. So, fire up the grill, gather your friends and family and enjoy the delicious flavors of Wisconsin.

Appetizer – Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa with Mascarpone

While this recipe may not come to mind when thinking summer grilling, this salsa is a refreshing appetizer perfect for any occasion. Made with diced cranberries, spicy jalapeno and a hint of sweetness from sugar and lemon juice, this dip offers a tantalizing balance of flavors. Simply spread mascarpone cheese on the bottom of a dish, top it with the vibrant cranberry mixture and serve with crisp Ritz crackers for a deliciously addictive snack that will leave your guests craving more.

Cranberry Jalapeño Salsa with Mascarpone
Made with diced cranberries, spicy jalapeno and a hint of sweetness from sugar and lemon juice, this dip offers a perfect balance of flavors.
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Cranberry jalapeno salsa spread atop marscarpone cheese on Ritz crackers on a plate.

Main Course- Grilled Wisconsin Cherry-Glazed Chicken Thighs

This main course highlights the sweet and tangy flavors of Wisconsin cherries, infusing the chicken thighs with a delicious glaze that’s perfect for summer grilling. Enjoy the tastes of Wisconsin in every bite!

Grilled Wisconsin Cherry-Glazed Chicken Thighs
Wisconsin cherries make an unexpectedly delightful addition to marinades for chicken thighs, infusing the meat with a balance of sweetness and tartness that elevates the overall flavor profile.
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A grilled chicken thigh topped with a cherry glaze.

Side Dish – Grilled Cheese-Stuffed Potatoes

Savor the irresistible combination of creamy Wisconsin cheese stuffed inside perfectly grilled potatoes. Each bite offers a delicious blend of cheesy goodness and smoky grilled flavor, making these potatoes a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve them as a hearty side dish garnished with fresh chives or green onions for a finishing touch. This dish is soon to become a staple in your summer grilling rotation.

Grilled Cheese-Stuffed Potatoes
Savor the irresistible combination of creamy Wisconsin cheese stuffed inside perfectly grilled potatoes.
Get the recipe here!

Dessert- Smoked Apple Crisp

Indulge in the rich, smoky flavors of our spin on apple crisp, a delectable twist on a classic dessert. Featuring locally sourced apples, gently smoked to enhance their natural sweetness, this dish offers a tantalizing blend of savory and sweet. Topped with a crunchy oat crumble, it’s a comforting treat perfect for any occasion.

Smoked Apple Crisp
Featuring locally sourced apples, gently smoked to enhance their natural sweetness, this dish offers a tantalizing blend of savory and sweet.
Get the recipe here!
A fully cooked apple crisp in a cast iron skillet on a smoker grill.