Thanksgiving Tart Takeover

November 11, 2014 | by Cherry Marketing Institute

From aromatic stuffing and the celebrated turkey to soul-soothing desserts, Thanksgiving is filled with traditional and time-tested flavors.

But recently, traditions that have been passed down through generations are shifting to encompass a more modern twist – Friendsgiving and holiday potlucks are giving food lovers even more opportunities to branch out of their comfort zone and spice up classic holiday fare.

This collection of recipes shows how you can create a memorable holiday meal that marries old and new with bold, Montmorency tart cherries –the perfect modern complement to savory holiday dishes with a taste and nutrient boost that’s bound to stand out.

Roasted Cherry Ricotta Crostini

Roast Montmorency tart cherries with sugar to make a delicious sauce, perfect to top creamy ricotta and warm, toasted baguette for an eye-catching appetizer your guests won’t be able to resist.

Roast Montmorency tart cherries with sugar to make a delicious sauce, perfect to top creamy ricotta and warm, toasted baguette for an eye-catching appetizer your guests won’t be able to resist.

Amy Christie / via thisheartofmineblog.com

 

Cherry Compote on Warm Brie 

Savory Montmorency tart cherry compote sits atop smooth, melted brie in this simple but tasty appetizer, sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

Savory Montmorency tart cherry compote sits atop smooth, melted brie in this simple but tasty appetizer, sure to be a hit with your friends and family.

Caroline Edwards / via chocolateandcarrots.com

 

Frozen Tart Cherrytini

Arm your dinner guests with this Montmorency tart cherry infused martini for a sweet-tart bevvy worthy of the season.

Arm your dinner guests with this Montmorency tart cherry infused martini for a sweet-tart bevvy worthy of the season.

Via ChooseCherries.com

 

Corn Bread Stuffing

With subtle sweetness from cornbread, crunch from walnuts and an added punch from Montmorency tart cherries this stuffing is bursting with flavor.

With subtle sweetness from cornbread, crunch from walnuts and an added punch from Montmorency tart cherries this stuffing is bursting with flavor.

Amber / via dessertnowdinnerlater.com

 

Butternut Squash and Tart Cherry Quinoa Salad

Feta cheese and dried Montmorency tart cherries bring bursts of sweet and tangy flavor to this seasonal salad.

Feta cheese and dried Montmorency tart cherries bring bursts of sweet and tangy flavor to this seasonal salad.

Jeanine Donofrio / via loveandlemons.com

 

Tart Cherry Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Temper the bitterness of Brussels sprouts with Montmorency tart cherry juice sweetened with brown sugar and Sriracha for an added kick. This dish might just make veggies a favorite at your dinner table.

Temper the bitterness of Brussels sprouts with Montmorency tart cherry juice sweetened with brown sugar and Sriracha for an added kick. This dish might just make veggies a favorite at your dinner table.

 Lindsay Landis / via loveandoliveoil.com

 

Acorn Squash Stuffed with Cherry Quinoa Pilaf 

Stuff acorn squash with quinoa pilaf packed with pumpkin seeds, toasted almonds and Montmorency tart cherries for a seasonal side dish you can feel good about.

Stuff acorn squash with quinoa pilaf packed with pumpkin seeds, toasted almonds and Montmorency tart cherries for a seasonal side dish you can feel good about.

Amber / via eastewart.com

 

Tart Cherry Pie

Not a fan of pumpkin? Switch up your pie rotation by serving this classic Tart Cherry Pie with a buttery, flaky lattice crust.

Not a fan of pumpkin? Switch up your pie rotation by serving this classic Tart Cherry Pie with a buttery, flaky lattice crust.

Lindsay Landis / via loveandoliveoil.com

 

Tart Cherry Bread Pudding

This savory-sweet comfort food classic is worth saving room for, and the perfect end to a magnificent Thanksgiving meal.

This savory-sweet comfort food classic is worth saving room for, and the perfect end to a magnificent Thanksgiving meal.

Amy Christie / via thisheartofmineblog.com

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