Author: Haskill Creek Staff

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Hawkins New York- Essential Kitchen Oil & Vinegar Bottles. Made with borosilicate glass- both elegant and multi-purpose vessels. $44. Oil & Vinegar Bottles

W & P- Cup Cubes Freezer Tray. Prep, freeze & thaw 1-2 cup portions of anything. Great for the soup lover. $20. Cup Cube Freezer Tray

Pineapple Collaborative- The Salt. In a 3 oz bespoke ceramic vessel, blush pink salt from ponds high in the Peruvian Andes is harvested by hand. $30. The Salt

McEvoy Ranch- 5-Piece Olive Oil & Vinegar Set. A perfect way to sample these high-quality olive oils and vinegars. Great to inspire new recipe ideas. $47. 5-Piece Set

Diaspora Co.- Steak Masala Spice Blend. This company does spices right- plus the tin is perfect for repurposing. $12. Spice Blend

West-Bourne- Pure Avocado Oil. Maybe they've tried avocado oil, but they haven't tried this avocado oil. With its light and neutral flavor, it can used as a 1:1 substitute for butter. $22. Avocado Oil

Spicewell- Superfood Shakers. More than salt and pepper. These are boosted with 21 vitamins and minerals all sourced from organic vegetables. Add nutritional benefit to just about anything. $34. Superfood Shaker Set

Hawkins New York- Simple Marble Rolling Pin. Perfect gift for the baker in your life, or to inspire you to become one. $65. Marble Rolling Pin

Tree Juice Maple Syrup- Mini Maple Syrup Set. A family owned and operated farm out of the Catskills Mountains of New York. This is a perfect way to sample their infused varieties in this mini set. $15. Mini Maple Syrup Set

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Printworks | Cheese Tools. Help them make swoon-worthy charcuteries with this elegant tool kit. Cheese Tools

Jonathan Adler | Squirrel Match Strike. We love this stylistic artist's line. This white porcelain match strike is a perfect gift for the hostess who has everything.
Squirrel Match Strike

Selena Liu | Serving Friends. These playful wooden servers are made of beech wood and dreamt up by artist Selena Liu. Serving Friends

Hawkins New York | Simple Cocktail Shaker. For those who prefer shaken, not stirred. This classic shaker is perfect for mocktails and cocktails alike. Simple Cocktail Shaker

Material | The reBoard Cutting Board. more.This colorful BPA-free cutting board is made entirely of kitchen plastic scraps and renewable sugarcane. For the sustainably-minded hostess. The reBoard

Brightland | Olive Oil Duo. This set features Brightland's bestselling extra virgin olive oils; Awake and Alive- a complimentary combination. The Duo

Dusen Dusen | Everybody Salt & Pepper Grinder. This Brooklyn-based designer, knows how to elevate the ordinary. Grinder

Graf Lantz | Felt Coasters. Made of merino wool felt, these coasters don't just look pretty, they work. Wool is the most hydrophilic of all natural fibers! Set of 4 Coasters

Nopalera | Soap & Dish Gift Set. This line features Mexico’s Nopal cactus as its allstar ingredient. This luxe gift box contains Nopalera’s signature Planta Futura Cactus Soap alongside a custom soap dish. Gift Set

September Events at Haskill Creek Farms

Event: Fall Friday
Date: September 15
Time: 3PM-7PM
Food: Copacabana Grill
Music: Lucas Brookbank Brown
Health & Wellness Evening

Event: Fall Friday
Date: September 22
Time: 3PM-7PM
Food: Dancing Burro
Music: Matt Mitchell

Event: Alpaca Day at Haskill Creek Farms
Date: September 24
Time: 11AM – 3PM
Food: Details coming soon.
Music: Details coming soon.
Details: Come meet the Haskill Creek Farms alpacas!

Event: Fall Friday
Date: September 29
Time: 3PM-7PM
Food: Wagyu Wagon
Music: Todd Cowart

October Events at Haskill Creek Farms

Event: Fall Friday
Date: October 6
Time: 3PM-7PM
Food: “Hell on Wheels” Hellroaring
Music: Hannah King

Event: Family Movie Night
Date: October 7
Time: 7PM-9:30PM
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Event: Fall Friday
Date: October 13
Time: 3PM-7PM
Food: “Hell on Wheels” Hellroaring
Music: Luke Dowler
Save Farmland day/farm appreciation theme

Event: Montessori Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser
Date: October 14
Details: More details coming soon.

Event: Family Movie Night
Date: October 19
Time: 7PM-9:30Pm
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Event: Fall Friday
Date: October 20
Time: 3PM-7PM
Food: Wagyu Wagon
Music: Todd Cowart

Event: Fall Friday
Date: October 27
Time: 3PM-7PM
Food: Forage 406
Music: Halladay Quist
Kids Halloween Event and Movie Night

Event: Spooky Movie Night (adult) at Haskill Creek Farms
Date: October 28
Time: 6PM-8PM
Food: More details coming soon.
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Amanda is an owner at Bleubird Creative, social media manger, an instructor at Love Yoga Montana, and a proud mom of 2.

With life moving in many directions, she looks for simple and easy wellness solutions that bring daily rejuvenation and balance.

“Do what makes YOU feel FREE.”

Here are the Haskill Essentials that keep her in the flow…

Studio Wald- Flower press– "I like keeping something funky and random in my bag for when the small people need a little distraction! This is a fun gift to give each kid before a trip or big hike!" Tulip Flower Press

Gaia Kids- Bronchial Wellness Syrup– "This is a no brainer considering the state of my kids (and maybe yours too) the last month as well as our late summer fires! A yummy way to help the tiny people battle!" Bronchial Wellness Syrup

Living Libations- Ozonated Lip Gloss- Ruby Juice Ozone Lip Gloss
Living Libations- Best Skin Ever Seabuckthorn Oil- Best Skin Ever
OGEE- Complexion Stick- Sculpted Complexion Stick
"This small and mighty trio packs a big punch! This cleanser leaves behind the most beautiful glow, top it with the OGEE complexion stick and a lil red gloss on the cheeks and lips —> off you go!"

Ursa Major- Golden Hour Recovery Cream- "Your girl’s skin gets real dry during the winter so it’s nice to have a realllly moisturizing face lotion to keep in my bag to slather on my face all day long!" Golden Hour Recovery Cream

Printworks- Tea Tools- "Who doesn’t like something pretty when you’re make something pretty? The process of brewing tea is beautiful and I will be gifting this set for the Holiyays! It’s beautiful! Tea tongs?! Come on!!" Tea Tool Set 

Bala Weights– "So sleek- I love this vibe! Plus, traveling with these is easy – at 3 pounds each you can get a lot done with them! They’re small but mighty." Bala Bars

Plant People- Nightlight Cacao Mix- "Trying to get “All The Things I Need To Do Tomorrow” out of my mental space at night is challenging. This helps me hit the pillow nice and relaxed." Nightlight Cacao Mix

All of these available in-store at Haskill Creek.

For more about Amanda's Businesses, visit:
www.bleubirdcreative.com
www.loveyogamontana.com

OGEE was founded in 2014 by three brothers, determined to go beyond clean beauty and develop a skincare line that was certified organic. It took two years before launching their first product, as they were set on perfecting formulations and attaining the proper certifications. [1] With headquarters in Burlington, Vermont, OGEE continues to grow and expand it’s enterprise while still remaining true to it’s roots.

What does Ogee mean? Ogee is an architectural term, referring to the S shape curve, in this case of the cheekbone. Their products have NSF Certification and are 70-99% organic. Made in the U.S.A, their skincare and makeup line are free of parabens, synthetic fragrances, phthalates, dyes, petrochemicals, and silicones.

We’re excited to partner with this brand. For this introduction, we’ll focus on the unique properties of their makeup line. This includes a new approach in sustainability with ‘complexion sticks’ that are multi-tasking superstars.

Sculpted Complexion Stick

These mineral-pigment complexion sticks are buildable and blendable both in shade and coverage. They also have the added benefit of moisturizing properties. This comes from nourishing ingredients such as coconut oil and jojoba seed oil. While Elderberry and Coffee Extract help enliven the skin.

Sculpted Face Stick

Bring out your inner radiance with these glow-enhancing sticks. In different pearlescent hues to add subtle shimmer and highlights. This magical formula is simultaneously moisturizing and mattifying. This dual-action comes from ingredients like moisturizing Jojoba seed oil and squalene, while tapioca starch helps absorb excess oil.

Tinted Sculpted Lip Oil

What differentiates this lip product is its inherent sheer ‘staining’ effect. Closer to nature in botanical-inspired hues and brimming with nutrient-rich oils, butters, and waxes. This product feels good going on, especially with the use of peppermint essential oil. It add just the right amount of zing!

For more information, and a full product lineup, visit www.OGEE.com

Or come sample these products and more in person at Haskill Creek: Our Voerman Location and our soon-to-be Downtown Location.

Meet Marissa! Marissa is the co-founder of two local businesses; Sweet Peaks Ice Cream and Wild Coffee Company. She is also team captain to 3 kiddos, 2 dogs, and 1 axolotl. This while leading a whole team of stellar ice cream scoopers, makers, and a crew of Wild Coffee's excellent baristas. What a superstar!

"Sweet Peaks was started out of a love for community and joy. I take the same approach to health and wellness.  Wellness isn't just about swallowing pills and eating healthy but also about giving ourselves small moments of joy." -Marissa

Following are Marissa's 8 Haskill staples.

Fellow Pour Over. "My morning routine is water and then coffee. This fellow single pour over is for slow mornings. When I am not drinking super dry cappuccinos at Wild – then I use our espresso blend ground for cold brew at home." Fellow Pour Over

Cure Hydration.  "The best flavored hydration packet. I drink this after a long run or a long day of work when water alone doesn't seem enough. It also tastes like my favorite Paloma cocktail with tart grapefruit and salt but none of the tequila." Cure Hydration- Grapefruit

Printworks Colored Pencils. "My office is a backpack and you will usually find a stack of colored markers, sharpies and colored pencils. Daily agendas look better in color as do the next round of flavor ideas." Prinkworks Colored Pencils

Fire Tongue Farms Chili Flakes. "Chili flakes and sea salt are my go-to for increasing the flavor of anything. Trust me when I tell you a sprinkle of chili flakes and a dust of sea salt on a scoop of vanilla ice cream is joy-inducing". Firetongue Farms Chili Flakes

Nutiva Coconut Oil. "The universal balm. Aside from being the only chapstick that my kiddo will use – it makes the perfect natural chocolate shell. Mix with melted chocolate and pour over ice cream. Childhood dreams come true." Nutiva Coconut Oil

Osea Body Oil.  "A close friend gifted me this body oil as a reminder to slow down and take care of me- and I haven't looked back. It is the perfect nourishment for dry Montana air and a morning routine that feels like a luxury before the daily sprint begins. Everything from this line is worth it." Osea Undaria Algae Body Oil

Moon Juice Magnesi-Om. "Sleep! In order to chase after my kids and work and still have time for a long run – I need really good sleep. Magnesium helps and this product is a great combo for reminding me of rest and relaxation. Plus – the Moon Juice brand just makes their health journey a little more magical." Moon Juice Magnesi-Om 

Haskill Creek Save Farmland Hat. "When a company cares about the community from which it was born it is inspiring. Watching and cheerleading intentional community engagement and collaboration will always bring me joy. This hat is a reminder of what giving back and giving forward can look like." Hat only available in store.

For more information on Marissa's community-based businesses, visit:

https://www.wildcoffeecompanymt.com

https://www.sweetpeaksicecream.com

They’re both cute and fluffy, they are close cousins (literally!) and part of the camel family, known as Camelidae. But the similarities end there. Here are six distinguishing features to be able to instantly differentiate. Plus, impress your friends with your know-how.

Left, a Mama Alpaca from our farm and her baby. At right, a Llama.

1. Overall Size

Alpacas are significantly smaller than Llamas. A full-grown llama can be almost double in size to an adult alpaca. Average adult Alpaca is about 125 lbs compared to the adult Llama at 250 lbs.

2. Ear Shape

Llamas generally have longer or banana-sized ears. While alpacas have shorter, more rounded ears.

3. Face Shape

Alpacas have small, blunt faces that can be described as having a “smooshed” look. Llamas have more of an elongated face.

4. Disposition

Llamas are described to be confident and brave, even having a bit of an attitude sometimes. They are more prone to spitting in defiance or when they feel threatened. Alpacas on the other hand are known to be very shy and gentle and find comfort in a herd.

5. Hair/Fiber

Alpaca fur is often shaggier and softer. It is frequently used in clothing because of its soft hand, warm yet lightweight, and hyper-allergenic qualities. Llama fur is coarser and can be used to produce rougher hewn things like rugs and rope.

6. Purpose

Because of all the differences listed above, their historical purposes for humans diverge. Llamas are commonly used as pack animals, since they are bigger and can carry a generous amount of weight. Alpacas soft fur coats have been used in fiber production for thousands of years. Apparently, clothing made with it comes without the itchiness of wool. Sign me up!

https://www.britannica.com/story/whats-the-difference-between-llamas-and-alpacas

Meet BusyBee!

BusyBee is a modern health & wellness company specializing in IV therapy, NAD+, vitamin shots, lab draws and more. Founded by Lindsey Herndon and Megan Scameheorn and staffed with registered nurses. You can experience their services by booking a concierge nurse to come to you- or visit their office located in Whitefish, MT.

We asked the co-founders what are 8 Haskill essentials they can't live without?

Alice Mushroom Chocolates. “These yummy dark chocolates have a magical combination of reishi, chamomile, L-theanine, magnesium, and zinc. I eat these when I need to get deep sleep–my dreams are incredible!”  -Megan
Alice Mushrooms- Nightcap

Cymbiotika NMN. "This is a great way to support NAD+ production in the body. Boosting NAD+ levels helps with cognitive function, decreasing brain fog, boosting energy levels, and is great for its anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties!” -Lindsey
Cymbiotika NMN

Cymbiotika Magnesium L-Threonate. "We love this particular magnesium because it crosses the blood-brain-barrier to improve cognitive function and focus.” -Lindsey
Cymbiotika Magnesium L-Threonate

Rainbo Lion's Mane. "The great thing about the Lion’s Mane from Rainbo, is that they’re guaranteed no fillers. It’s so great for cognitive health, my memory, and concentration”
-Megan
Rainbo Lion's Mane

Moon Juice Magnesi-Om. “This is in my nightly routine. Contains 3 forms of magnesium that help you destress and gives you the most gentle ease into your night. Love it.”
-Megan
Moon Juice Magnesi-Om

Le Prunier Plum Oil. “We love this oil! It’s all organic, packed with antioxidants and melts into your skin giving you a soft, dewy glow. Plus it smells incredible!” – Megan
Le Prunier Plum Oil

Pursoma Just Breathe. "We love this sinus-opening soak, with enlivening rosemary and eucalyptus essential oils”. -Lindsey
Pursoma Just Breathe

Cymbiotika Vitamin D3 + K2 + CoQ10. "A morning supplement go-to is Cymbiotika Vitamin D3 + K2 + CoQ10. It helps support my immune health and helps support strong bones.” – Lindsey
Cymbiotika Vitamin D3 + K2 + CoQ10

Visit www.busybee-iv.com to learn more.

July Events at Haskill Creek Farms

Event: Wednesday Night Series
Date: July 12
Hours: 4-8 PM
Music: Lucas Brookbank Brown
Food: Hellroaring “Hell on Wheels”, Kahuna Dogs
Special Guest: Box of Rain

Event: Under the Big Sky Pre-Festival Party
Date: July 15 & 16
Music: Todd Cowart, DJ JC & Vinny on Saturday
Ben Darce & David Walburn on Sunday
Food: Hellroaring “Hell on Wheels” & The Spot
Details: Join us for pre-festival fun at Haskill Creek Farms on July 15 & 16 from 10AM to 4PM, daily. We’ll have our full bar open, Express IVs and vitamin shots by Busy Bee IV. Pick up your festival essentials at It’s your perfect pre-festival stop.

Event: Wednesday Night Series
Date: July 19
Hours: 4-8 PM
Music: Roots Uprising
Food: Forage 406 & Indah Sushi

Event: Pairing Dinner at Haskill Creek Farms
Date: July 21
Details: Join us for a wonderful pairing dinner brought to you by Fork in the River & Bent Frenchman Natural Wines
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Event: Save Farmland Fitness Series Featuring Rebarre
Date: July 22
Details: Join Stephanie, from Rebarre for fitness on the lawn, benefitting Save Farmland. Class starts at 9:15 AM. All participants get 10% off the Haskill Creek Farms store that morning.

Event: Whitefish Singer Songwriter Festival Presents James Dean Hicks (link) at Haskill Creek Farms
Date: July 23
Food: Swift Creek Cafe & Saddle Up Espresso

Event: Wednesday Night Series
Date: July 26
Hours: 4-8 PM
Music: Sarah Johnson
Food: Hellroaring “Hell on Wheels” & Sweat Peaks

Event: Save Farmland Fitness Series Featuring Peak Fit
Date: July 29
Details: Join Andre from Peak Fit for fitness on the lawn, benefitting Save Farmland. Class starts at 9:00 AM. Sign up here. All participants get 10% off the Haskill Creek Farms store that morning.

Event: North Valley Music School Fundraiser featuring John Arthur Martinez
Date: July 29
Time: 5-8 PM
Details: Austin, Texas-based country singer-songwriter John Arthur Martinez will perform in Whitefish at Haskill Creek Farms in late July as part of a North Valley Music School (NVMS) fundraising event.

The show, which is sponsored by Don K Subaru, is intended to drum up support for North Valley Music School’s ongoing “Be Instrumental” capital campaign to raise money for a new Whitefish music school and campus. The school has raised $4.2 million to date, and is trying to raise the final $2.3 million this year, according to a press release announcing the community concert. In the past, NVMS leadership has described how the organization has outgrown its Spokane Avenue location, and the future facility at Smith Fields is intended to provide more space overall for the school, and to improve the quality of performance and instruction spaces available. Discussions and planning for a new home for NVMS have been ongoing for more than a decade.

Billed as a “family-friendly music event,” attendees will also be able to purchase items from the Haskill Creek Farm Store, wine from Water’s Edge Winery, food from Rebel Roots, and ice cream from Farm to Table, and the funds raised will go to support the “Be Instrumental,” campaign. In a press release about the concert, NVMS also credits Singer & Simpson Productions with helping to make the event possible.

Donate to help build the new North Valley Music School by clicking here.

Event: Haskill Creek Bocce Series #2
Date: July 30
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Details: Sign up for the Haskill Creek Bocce Series… participate in one or all three tournaments! This just-for-fun series is $30 per team (teams of 2), which gets you a hat (one hat per summer), free drink each and opportunity to win great prizes from Haskill Creek Farms and Spotted Bear Spirits! Sign up here.

Event: Haskill Sunday Brunch Club
Date: July 30
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Food: Swift Creek Cafe & Saddle Up Espresso
Music: Matt Mitchell

August Events at Haskill Creek Farms

Event: Wednesday Night Series
Date: August 2
Hours: 4-8 PM
Music: Brent Jameson
Food: Copacabana & Kahuna Dogs

Event: Haskill Sunday Brunch Club
Date: August 6
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Food: Swift Creek Cafe & Saddle Up Espresso
Music: Todd Cowart

Event: Wednesday Night Series
Date: August 9
Hours: 4-8 PM
Music: Mike Murray
Food: Hellroaring “Hell on Wheels”

Event: Save Farmland Benefit Dinner
Date: August 11
Time: 5 PM
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Event: Makers Market at Haskill Creek Farms
Date: August 13
Food: Kahuna Dogs
Music: Lukas Brookbank Brown
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Event: Wednesday Night Series
Date: August 16
Hours: 4-8 PM
Music: Luke Dowler
Food: Forage 406
Special Guest: Box of Rain

Event: Haskill Creek Bocce Series #3
Date: August 20
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Details: Sign up for the Haskill Creek Bocce Series… participate in one or all three tournaments! This just-for-fun series is $30 per team (teams of 2), which gets you a hat (one hat per summer), free drink each and opportunity to win great prizes from Haskill Creek Farms and Spotted Bear Spirits! Sign up here!

Event: Haskill Sunday Brunch Club
Date: August 20
Time: 10AM – 3PM
Food: Piroshki Palace & Saddle Up Espresso
Music: The Secret Beach

Event: Wednesday Night Series
Date: August 23
Hours: 4-8 PM
Music: Ben Darce
Food: Hellroaring “Hell on Wheels” & Sweat Peaks

Try out this recipe for a delightful way to mix up your taco game. This twist on the traditional, features grilled salmon with heat from red chili powder by Boonville Barn Collective. Then add some tang from some quick-made slaw. Make it with either corn or flour tortillas, but don’t forget to top it with fresh cilantro and creamy avocado slices.

Ingredients:

• 2 Salmon Filets
• ½ C Red Cabbage
• ½ C Green Cabbage
• ½ Red Onion
• Green Onion
• 1 Carrot
• ½ C Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 TB Maple Syrup
• 1 TB Dijon
• 2 tsp Celery Seed
• 1 tsp Piment d’Ville chili powder by Boonville Barn Collective
• 1 tsp Ground Yellow Mustard
• Pinch of Salt
• Cilantro
• Avocado
• Corn Tortillas

Instructions:

1. Thinly slice cabbage, red onion and green onion, grate the carrot and mix together in a small bowl.

2. In a separate bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, dijon, celery seed, red chili powder, mustard and salt. Combine the dressing ingredients with the vegetables and toss gently.

3. Season salmon with salt and pepper and a drizzle of olive oil. Grill 3 minutes on each side over medium-high heat.

4. Gently heat 4 tortillas, split each piece of salmon in half lengthwise and place in each tortilla. Top with vegetable mix and garnish with avocado and cilantro.

5. Enjoy!

The tradition of Jerk Spiced Chicken is commonly associated with Jamaica, but also broadly known through the Caribbean. It’s an unforgettable combination of heat and spices to enliven- often chicken, but can be used on different meats. You could even try a Vegetarian version using jackfruit. Our spice blend made in-house, features allspice, thyme, and cayenne as well as warming cinnamon and nutmeg.

Ingredients:

• 2 Chicken Breasts
• Jerk Seasoning
• 1 C Basmati Rice
• 1 Red Onion
• 1 Mango
• 1 Red Bell Pepper
• 2 Garlic Cloves
• 14 oz can Black Beans
• Green Onion
• Cilantro
• Citrus Dressing (recipe below)

Instructions:

1. Rice

Start by rinsing rice with cold water and cook either in a rice cooker or on the stove top. The typical ratio is 1.5 Water to 1 Rice.

2. Vegetables

While the rice cooks, it is time to prep the vegetables. Dice red onion & red bell pepper into ¼” pieces and saute over medium heat for 3 minutes. Add sliced garlic, mango and black beans and continue to cook for 2 minutes.

3. Chicken

While the vegetables are sauteing, slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise and generously rub with Haskill Creek Farms Jerk Seasoning blend. Grill on medium high heat for 3 minutes and flip over. Continue cooking on the other side for 3 minutes. Flip one last time and cook 2 minutes longer.

For the Citrus dressing, add all of the ingredients except oil to a blender and pulse 2-3 times. Begin adding oil in a slow and steady drizzle and blend on high for 1 minute. The dressing can be made a day or two ahead of time.

• ¼ C Apple Cider Vinegar

• Pineapple Juice

• ¼ C Maple Syrup

• ¼ C Mirin

• ¼ C Booneville Marmalade

• 1 TB Garlic

• 1 TB Shallot

• 1 TB Ginger

• 1 C Olive Oil

• 1 tsp Salt

4. To Assemble

Place a scoop of rice in a bowl. Add vegetable mixture around the rice and top with sliced grilled chicken. Garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Visit us in store to check out our selection of in-house seasoning blends including the Jerk Seasoning featured in this recipe.

What makes a marmalade marmalade? The answer lies within the type of fruit used. While a marmalade is prepared similarly to jam by simmering down fruits and leaving bits remaining. The main difference is that marmalade is specifically made from citrus- usually from bitter oranges. This lends a particularly enticing flavor to savory dishes.

For this recipe, we used Boonville Citrus & Chile Marmalade. We amped it up with smoked bacon, cajun spices, and sweet maple syrup. Topped upon a crispy slice of sourdough and co-mingled with melted brie, the flavor combination is the perfect start to any course.

Ingredients:

• Sourdough Baguette
• Brie Cheese
• Thyme
• Drizzle of Olive Oil

Bacon Marmalade:

• ½ lb. Smoked Bacon
• 2 Shallots – finely diced
• 2 Garlic Cloves
• 1 TBSP Dijon
• 1 TBSP Boonville Citrus & Chile Marmalade
• 1 TBSP Brown Sugar
• 1 TBSP Ghee
• 2 TBSP Maple Syrup
• 1 TBSP Lemon Juice
• 1 TBSP Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2 tsp Cajun Seasoning

Instructions:

1. Chop the bacon and cook over medium heat until it is mostly cooked. Drain, reserving 2 TBSP of the grease for the marmalade mixture.

2. Combine dijon, marmalade, brown sugar, maple syrup, lemon juice, vinegar, cajun spices, butter and bacon grease in a small mixing bowl and mix thoroughly.

3. Sauté the garlic and shallots over medium heat for 1-2 minutes. Add the bacon and marmalade mixture to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes stirring frequently so it does not burn to the pan.

4. Slice the baguette on a bias and arrange on a baking sheet. Give a drizzle of olive oil and toast in a preheated oven at 425 degrees for 8 minutes.

5. Slice brie and arrange on each crostini. Bake for 2 minutes or until cheese is gently melted. Top with bacon marmalade and garnish with fresh thyme.