Butter
Look for dairy brands with the Real California seals.
Gingerbread Cupcakes
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Ingredients
1⁄2 Cup molasses 3 Cup very hot water 1⁄2 Teaspoon baking soda 4 Tablespoon unsalted california butter, softened 1⁄2 Cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 large egg 1⁄4 Teaspoon salt 1 Teaspoon ground ginger 1⁄2 Teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 1⁄3 Cup all pupose flour 1 1⁄2 Teaspoon baking powder |
Mint Chocolate Cookies
Ingredients
2⁄3 Cup butter, softened 2⁄3 Cup sugar 1⁄3 Cup dark brown sugar, packed 1 egg 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract 2 (1-oz.) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted 1 1⁄2 Cup flour 2 (4.67-oz.) packages of andes® créme de menthe thins, coarsely chopped |
Pecan Praline Cookies
Ingredients
1 large egg 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract 1 2⁄3 Cup all-purpose flour 1 1⁄2 Teaspoon baking powder 1 Teaspoon salt 1 Cup whipping cream 1 Cup powdered sugar 1 Cup whole pecans 2 1⁄2 Cup packed light brown sugar, divided (1 cup is for icing) 1⁄2 Cup Real California butter, softened |
Citrus Cupcakes
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These slightly tart cupcakes provide some fun in the sun any day of the week. |
Monterey Jack & Pear Crisp
Ingredients
1 Cup Dark or golden raisins 1⁄2 Cup lemon juice 10 Ounce (2-1/2 cups) california monterey jack cheese, finely shredded 3 Pound 8 oz. pears (about 7) 1⁄2 Teaspoon ground nutmeg + for garnish 5 Ounce (1-1/4 cups) all-purpose flour 10 Ounce (1-1/4 cups) brown sugar 1 Teaspoon salt 8 Ounce (1/2 cup) unsalted butter creme fraiche, lightly whipped for garnish |
Cheese Pastry
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Use to make apple turnovers, pie, or savory crackers. |
California Cottage Cheese Pancakes
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Ingredients
1 Carton (16 ounces) California Cottage Cheese 1⁄4 Cup plus 2 tablespoons orange marmalade (for divided use) 4 eggs, separated 1⁄4 Cup all purpose flour 1⁄8 Teaspoon salt 1 Teaspoon butter 1⁄4 Cup pure maple syrup 4 thin orange slices for garnish (optional) mint leaves for garnish (optional) |
Buttery Garlic Bread
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Ingredients
1⁄2 Cup olive oil 1⁄2 Teaspoon black pepper 1⁄4 Teaspoon dried oregano 2 loaves sweet French bread 4 Clove garlic, sliced 3 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley 1 Cup Real California butter |
California-Style Dutch Grilled Cheese
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This grilled cheese sandwich capitalizes on the Dutch fondness for flavored cheese by using creamy Gouda cheese and then adding cumin and caraway seeds. Staying with the European custom, the ingredients are then sandwiched between slices of hearty brown bread and grilled. You can also add caramelized onions for a hint of sweetness (see note). The result is a comforting and exceptionally flavorful sandwich. |
Cocoa Cupcakes
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Bite into one of these rich cocoa cupcakes for a gooey marshmallow surprise. Topped with airy whipped cream dusted with cinnamon, these chocolaty treats are sure to be a hit at every celebration. |
