Recipe

Colorado is well known worldwide for its high-quality lamb, ranking third in the nation for sheep and lamb production, with over 445,000 raised statewide. Colorado lamb comes from various sheep breeds raised primarily in free-ranging pastures, grazing throughout the summer and fall, and many in the meadows and fields of the High Country.

Enhancing salads with millet makes a delicious and nutritious addition to any meal.  Millet is a grain that thrives in Colorado. Often overlooked in other states, this tiny seed makes a big impact on our economy.

You’ve had them baked, mashed, and fried, but have you ever had them street style? Potatoes are a meal time staple and their versatility, diverse flavors, and nutritional value mean they can easily become a star of any meal. Potatoes contain many essential nutrients including potassium, vitamin C, fiber, B6, iron, magnesium, fiber, and antioxidants. 

Even in the winter, you can still find fresh produce in Colorado. Greenhouses and high-tech storage facilities let us shop local even during the coldest months of the year. Gourds store especially well in the right conditions. Many of our Colorado Proud farmers provide winter squash, which you can find at local retailers or winter farmers markets. 

Pork and hominy come together in a stew to warm the soul. Preparing and cooking stews that can feed groups of any size makes life a bit easier, especially during the holiday season. Set your table with decorative ears of dried corn and small gourds or pumpkins, and you’ll be ready to enjoy Colorado’s traditional flavors. 

September brings us to the cusp of fall, so the Colorado Proud Recipe of the month is bringing a warm and savory classic. We are taking the world famous Pueblo Green Chile and adding it to a corn bread to complement your main entree.

August brings a bounty of produce for all to enjoy, especially since that's when Colorado's sweet corn is in season! Chef Jason Morse takes a classic like grilled street corn and adds a little Hawaiian style.

In July we celebrate cherry season, a summertime staple grown right here in Colorado. Enjoy this sweet dessert with out-of-town guests and show them what our great state has to offer.

June is National Dairy Month, honoring one of Colorado’s most important agricultural commodities.  What better way to celebrate than with some cheese on a grilled pizza, just in time to enjoy outdoor summer weather.