Although we've been experiencing some of that sweet SoCal sunshine for a few weeks now, tomorrow is the official start of summertime. So if you haven't already, it is due time you light up the grill and load it up with all of your friends’ and family’s favorites! And whether you're feeding a bunch of burger lovin' buddies, steak connoisseurs, or a crowd of health nuts at your various summer gatherings, we've got you covered with the best of best when it comes to outdoor grilling.
Here's our guide for all things grilled for your Summertime shindigs...
Steak for a Crowd: Bristol Farms' Very Own Big Time Tri-tip
If you're feeding a crowd, and you're set on grilling up some steak, think no further than our Big Time Tri-tip. Easy on your wallet, this juicy and tender USDA choice natural cut is marinated in our Big Time marinade for 24 hours, locking in perfectly smokey, peppery, and sweet flavors. This marinade is locally made and hand-crafted especially for our tri-tip too… Read More
Mmmm, is there really anything as delicious as a hot and juicy cheeseburger stacked high with all the fixings? Especially during the summertime when enjoyed al fresco, a cheeseburger - whether it's made with beef, chicken, turkey, or veggies is just too irresistible to resist!
And there's just no need to go out and spend $20 on this kind of deliciousness. Building a gourmet burger at home is actually quite easy...
Because with our very own buttery brioche buns, bacon, and choice ground chuck and toppings like caramelized onions, sliced avocado, sharp cheddar cheese, and green leaf lettuce, you can easily make a masterpiece.
Here's our How-to for the Ultimate Gourmet Burger
It all starts with the meat...
If you're using beef - go for 80/20 ground chuck - that means 80% lean, 20% fat.
FYI: 1 1/2 lbs makes 4 burgers.
1. Shape meat into 4 uniform 6-ounce patties no more than 3/4 inches thick. Then, using your thumb, make a slight depression in the middle of each… Read More
Cinco De Mayo is around the corner ladies and gents! What cocktails do you plan on serving at your party?
Yes, we have margarita mix if that's what your heart fancies! And we get it - sometimes a handy mix is all you need for a large crowd. But if you want to make a proper margarita, we have a recipe ready for you. A timeless cocktail made with tequila, fresh squeezed lime juice, orange liqueur, and of course, some kosher salt, a classic margarita is truly one of the easier cocktails one can concoct.
So go on with your bad self this Cinco De Mayo and shake up the very best margarita you (and your friends) have ever had.
The Best Classic Margarita Recipe
1 ounce freshly squeeze lime juice
1 ounce Cointreau or triple sec
1 1/2 ounces tequila blanco (100% agave, if possible)
Kosher salt for salt rim
lime wedges for garnish
Rocks (cubes or crushed)
Shake lime juice, tequila, and Cointreau in shaker until glass/tumbler frosts. Wet the rim of a margarita or short… Read More
Let's Get {Grilled} Cheesy!
This April we’re partnering with Wisconsin’s Master Cheese Makers for National Grilled Cheese Month! Because everyone loves a warm and melty grilled cheese. And as delicious as the classic American or cheddar on white version is, we’re all about getting creative with the sandwich too. So from now until May 15th, you can enter your very own creation into the Wisconsin Grilled Cheese Recipe showdown as well as Bristol Farms’ very own grilled cheese contest on Instagram.
The nationwide Wisconisin Grilled Cheese contest grand winner will receive $15,000 and there are also $40,000 in cash prizes for runner ups! For more details, click here.
Bristol Farm's Grilled Cheese Instagram Contest Rules and Details:
Create a grilled cheese masterpiece.
Take a photo of your grilled cheese and post it to Instagram. Tag @BristolFarms and use hashtag #BFGrilledCheeseContest.
In your caption, don't forget to tell us the ingredients and how you made… Read More
We are so excited to share a recipe from the very awesome Los Angeles cooking school, Meal and a Spiel! It's perfect for Passover, breakfast the morning after, and leftovers following that! You simply will love this recipe that so beautifully embodies Spring!
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Most savory kugels call for at least twice as many eggs as I use and twice as much matzah. However the notion of eating all that AFTER the Hillel sandwiches, AFTER the gefilte fish, AFTER the matzo ball soup is just too much. We are celebrating liberation from slavery- let’s not re-enslave ourselves with a matzah-rock of indigestion!
Light and refreshing, this matzo kugel rings the flavors of spring. A combination of onions, vegetables and herbs are used to accentuate the flavors that will embody Spring at your Passover table, far beyond the parsley on your seder plate. By all means, this makes a wonderful dish to eat throughout the week of Passover. It’s like a frittata with less eggs, so try it for breakfast… Read More
Hooray - St. Patrick's Day is on a Saturday this year! And while many of us will be celebrating the festive holiday with the kids by way of wearing green and obliging to some shamrock arts and crafts, some of us just may find the time to sneak in an Irish Coffee (or two).
And then of course, there's those of us with no little ones to attend to who can celebrate in real Irish style.
Whatever the case, one thing's for certain; this Irish Coffee with Spiked Whipped Cream is absolutely delicious...and maybe a little dangerous too.
Irish Coffee With Spiked Whipped Cream
Ingredients:
8 ounces hot and freshly brewed coffee
1 ounce Jameson Irish Whiskey
1 ounce Bailey's Irish Cream
1 teaspoon pure cane sugar
For the spiked whipped cream:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons Bailey's Irish Cream
1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
In a mixing bowl, combine whipping cream, sugar, Irish cream, and vanilla… Read More
This Saturday, round up the friends and fun-loving family members and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with essential Irish fare and adult beverages like sausage and mashed potatoes (aka: bangers & mash), corned beef and cabbage, Irish soda bread, and of course, some awesome ales and stouts. You can find all of these St. Patty’s staples and more in our stores right now. So go on ahead and indulge a little this weekend...and don’t forget to wear green either!
Here's Your St. Patty's Day Shopping Guide:
Irish {Adult} Beverages
Whether you fancy whiskey, beer, or spiked coffee, we have the perfect Irish libation for your palate! Our favorite Irish beers are pretty obvious but they're also delicious. Guinness Stout is a go-to on this holiday but don't forget about Harp if you're looking for an easy to drink lager. But if you've got a hankering for the "hard stuff" then look no further than Jameson Whiskey. Great served neat, it's even better mixed in your coffee with some… Read More
The big game is almost upon us and with it means parties complete with BBQ, burgers, beer, and Buffalo chicken wings.
Because a fantastic spread of indulgences can make winning that much better...and losing a little more tolerable (strong emphasis on a little). Whether you're hosting or you're contributing to a potluck party, you shouldn't have to stress over cooking - leave all that stress and nail-biting for the game!
That's why we're helping you out with 4 easy, tried and true recipes for the big game. One recipe for each quarter...and beers for all at halftime!
1st Quarter: Our Own Homemade Guacamole - Yes, this one is a "cheat." But a really, really good cheat. Our delightfully chunky and flavorful guacamole is made fresh everyday in our kitchens using perfectly ripe avocados, cilantro, onion, and tomato. Serve it in a pretty bowl and pair with your favorite tortilla chips and your friends will never know you didn't make it! Or - get extra fancy and top it with some… Read More
When it comes to hosting a game day party, the spread of snacks matters almost as much as the spread offense. Okay, that may be a stretch. Forgive us. But in all seriousness, the grub your guests delightfully munch on during those moments of calm is well, kind of important.
Perhaps gorging on layers of loaded nachos or piles of crispy buffalo wings makes victory feel that much better. Then again, those same nachos and wings can be somewhat soothing when our team loses too.
No matter how you look at it, the food you serve or bring to a game day gathering is gonna get eaten. So why not make it easy on yourself and whip up something super simple and totally foolproof?
Like Buffalo chicken dip. We’ve all had it. And when it’s good, it’s really good. Our recipe is one of those really good ones too - the kind you think about for days and then try desperately to recreate. But we’re just going to take the guesswork out of the process for you and give you the best recipe for… Read More
We are without a doubt, living in the land where tacos rank supreme. With street-style taco shops and trucks at very corner, the competition is stiff - which most of the time, means amazing tacos that you just can't get anywhere else (besides Mexico, of course).
But sometimes it's fun to plan an elaborate taco night at home. Side note: Remember when taco dinner box kits were a weekly "indulgence"? Oh, nostalgia. We'll leave those taco kits in the past though.
Because crafting up cantina tacos at home really isn't that difficult. Short-cuts make it even easier too. Here's our simple recipe for carnitas tacos that is a sure bet, every time.
Carnitas Tacos
Ingredients:
2 lb pork shoulder
Juice from two limes
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cups chicken stock, divided
1/2 cup cooking oil, divided
For building tacos:
corn… Read More
