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May 17

4 Summer Menu Ideas

Summer can be a busy time of year. You've got places to go and people to see. That's why Challenge Dairy has partnered up with Good Cook™, Langers® Juice, and Mrs. Cubbison’s® to create four summertime menus to help you celebrate the real flavors of the season. Each menu includes recipes from each of the Real Real Summer Real Flavor Spin Game partners. We hope you give them a try.

Summer Brunch


Summer BBQ


4th of July Party


Dinner Party


posted on May 17, 2013

Apr 16

New Collection: Spring Herbs

Enjoy these springtime recipes featuring fresh herbs.

Spring is the perfect time of year to enjoy fresh herbs, and some of our favorites are parsley, rosemary, sage, and thyme. That's why we put together a collection of recipes where aromatic herbs appear center stage.

Orange-Rosemary Butter Glazed Pork Tenderloins
Enjoy this lean and delicious premium cut of pork drizzled with a sweet and savory citrus flavored butter. With only a handful of ingredients, it's an uncomplicated dish that's quick and simple to prepare and full of aromatic flavor.

Tortellini with Brown Butter and Sage
One of our favorite vegetarian dishes, this brown butter pasta meal can be thrown together in about 15 minutes. (Brown butter is butter that has been cooked over medium-low heat until it turns a deep amber color.) Simple, light, and convenient.

French Style Herb Spread
Very quick and easy to prepare, this flavorful variation of boursin combines fresh herbs, butter, and neufchatel (or cream cheese) to create a delicious appetizer or snack any time.

Balsamic and Herb Roasted New Potatoes
This version of the traditional side gives new meaning to the phrase “comfort food.” It’s fresh and filling in the best possible way. Garnish with a few sprigs of aromatic rosemary.

Broccoli with Lemon Herb Sauce
Fresh lemon juice and garlic give traditional broccoli a wake-up call. Tip: Make sure the broccoli retains its crispness during cooking so that it isn’t overpowered by the liveliness of the sauce. Garnish with lemon and/or thyme.

Lima Bean Hummus with Pita Chips
Exotic flavors transform frozen lima beans into this delicious appetizer with Indian and mid-eastern influences. It's excellent for entertaining, as a snack, or even as a sandwhich spread.

posted on April 16, 2013

Mar 14

Bake Brilliant Biscotti

3 Simple Biscotti Recipes Every Cookie Lover Will Love

Nothing beats homemade biscotti for its fresh flavor and opportunity for personalized flavor combinations. Our top variations of these twice-baked cookies feature distinct flavor bases with the addition of dried fruit for flavor contrast, sweetness, and texture.

Gingerbread Biscotti with Apricots
This delicious, twice-baked double ginger treat features minced fresh ginger complimented by bits of apricot and almond. Enjoy with a cup of hot chocolate or tea.

Cocoa Biscotti with Cranberries
Crunchy twice-baked cookie slices contrast tart/sweet dried cranberries with rich cocoa cookie base — the perfect indulgence with a fresh brewed cup of coffee.

Coconut Cranberry Biscotti
Grind up some coconut flakes, throw in some dried cranberries, and get yours before they're gone. This homemade treat is packed with bursts of flavor, and the added fruit texture complements this dipping cookie's famous crunch.

posted on March 14, 2013

Feb 12

Congratulations to Our Winners

We've been very busy giving away cash and prizes over the past few months. In fact, three of our amazing promotions recently ended, and we wanted to update you with news about the grand prize winners. Thank you to everyone who participated, and stay tuned for more opportunities to win this year!


Butter & Jam Beaches Resorts Getaway to Jamaica

Sharon P. of Halfway, Missouri

"I was so excited I was on the verge of tears! My husband thought that I was playing a cruel joke on him when I called him with the news! We will soon be celebrating our 39th wedding anniversary--- on the beach at Beaches Resort by Sandals in Jamaica, courtesy of Challenge Butter– who just happens to be my new best friend!"

Sharon was the grand prize winner of $2,000 and a 4 Day/3 Night Luxury Included trip for two to Beaches Resorts in Jamaica.

Lone Star Four Star Sweepstakes

Terri W. of Austin, Texas

"For meals that have a,"tastes just like mom's", response from your friends and family you should always use Challenge Butter. Challenge Butter makes my dishes delicious!"

Terri was the grand prize winner of $1,500 and a Culinary trip for two to San Antonio, Texas courtesy of Challenge Butter and Epitourean.

Recipe for Caring Holiday Celebrity Chef Challenge

Carol K. of Seattle, Washington

"I am so happy to have won this sweepstakes! With two teenagers in the house, I can never do too much baking, and I love the taste and high quality of Challenge Butter. All of the celebrity chef recipes were wonderful, and I think that it is great when companies support their communities through donations to charitable organizations."

Carol was the grand prize winner of $2,500 in the Challenge Butter “Recipe for Caring” Holiday Celebrity Chef Challenge.

posted on February 12, 2013

Feb 11

Valentine's Day Dinner Ideas

Butter up your loved one with any of these simple yet impressive recipes.

Delicious meals don't have to be difficult, and complex flavor doesn't have to be complicated. Here are a few effortless dinner ideas to create a special evening with that special someone.

Salmon with Wasabi Butter
A perfect topping for grilled salmon, our homemade, Asian-influenced wasabi butter creates a zen-like balance between the heat of wasabi and the mellow tones of butter. It's an exotically flavored butter that adds moisture and depth to your fish.

Steak Diane
Often found on the menus of the finest restaurants, this is an elegant and classically prepared steak entrée covered in a wonderful sauce flavored with butter, vermouth, garlic, black pepper, mustard, lemon, and Worcestershire sauce. It's a breeze to make yet suitable for special occasions.

Chicken Curry with Toasted Almonds
Enjoy Indian-inspired cuisine at home. This recipe uses a medley of spices to create a flavor profile recognized a world away. A little sweet. A little heat. What more do you want? Garnish with the toasted almonds and slices of fresh lemon. Goes well over a long grained rice like Basmati.

Fettuccini Alfredo
A slightly more indulgent vegetarian offering, this simple yet elegant main entree is perfectly portioned for two, but it also makes a welcomed side dish for the family. Top with freshly grated Paramesan and chopped chives. (Although it's not part of this recipe, you could add grilled chicken.)

posted on February 11, 2013

Jan 29

And the Holiday Celebrity Chef Challenge winner is...

We're proud to announce that the Winning Chef in the “Recipe for Caring Celebrity Chef Challenge" is, drum roll please . . .

Avery Pursell and her Apple Pie with Hot Buttered Rum Sauce recipe! $5,000, will be donated to her chosen charity HIS KIDS which helps families affected by childhood cancer. Congratulations Avery!

We also want to thank chefs Gale Gand and Jon Ashton for their willingness and enthusiasm to participate in the Holiday Celebrity Chef Challenge. Their talents truly made this charitable contest a success. Chefs Gale Gand and Jon Ashton's charities, West Deerfield Food Bank and Feeding America respectively, will also receive $2,500 each.

Check out all of the celebrity chef recipes.

Lastly, we want to thank all our voters! Together, we were able to raise awareness for three deserving causes and give away thousands of dollars to help make a positive difference in the lives of others.

posted on January 29, 2013

Dec 21

New Collection: Holiday Cookies

Baking cookies is a fond family tradition during the holidays, and for many of us the sweet aroma of freshly baked cookies signals the beginning of the season. Here's a short list of cookie recipes we enjoy making to give away as gifts, serve at gatherings, and reward Santa's little helpers, young and old.

Nutmeg Cookie Pretzels
Delicious cookies folded in a traditional pretzel shape and sprinkled with coarse granular or turbinado sugar on top.

Double Ginger Cookies
Minced fresh ginger root and ground ginger combine for a depth and complexity of flavor that pleases any ginger lover.

Cocoa Biscotti with Cranberries
Crunchy twice-baked cookie slices contrast tart/sweet dried cranberries with rich cocoa cookie base — the perfect indulgence with a fresh brewed cup of coffee.

Black Forest Cookies
The rich cocoa, tart dried cherries, and Kirsch (cherry brandy) flavors of Black Forest Cake come together in a delightful chocolate crinkle cookie form.

Chocolate Topped Orange Morsels
Orange butter cookies with easy decorative chocolate topping. Simply place a chocolate chip on a hot cookie fresh from the oven. Then, drag a toothpick across the melted chocolate to give it a drizzled-on appearance.

posted on December 21, 2012

Nov 30

Your Chance to Give and Receive

The Recipe for Caring: Holiday Celebrity Chef Challenge

Here's a chance to give and receive. Vote for your favorite celebrity chef recipe, and Challenge Butter will give $5,000 to the winning chef's charity. But the giving doesn't stop there! Each runner-up will receive a $2,500 donation toward their charity, too.

Plus, by voting you could WIN some of the $5,000 in CASH and Prizes to use however you choose this holiday season.

  • Grand prize - One (1) winner of $2,500
  • Secondary prizes - Ten (10) people will win $250 in holiday bakeware items from Good Cook 

Check out the Chef’s exclusive recipes and vote in Challenge Dairy's 2012 Holiday Celebrity Chef Challenge today!

Vote Now

About the Celebrity Chefs

Gale Gand — playing for the West Deerfield Food Bank
Gale Gand, founding executive pastry chef and partner of the Five Diamond, four star restaurant TRU in Chicago, with it’s Michelin star, was named pastry chef of the year by The James Beard Foundation and Bon Appétit magazine in 2001. Host of the long running Food Network series “Sweet Dreams,”, aired on the Cooking Channel, Gand has appeared on “Iron Chef America”, “Martha Stewart”, Baking With Julia (Child)”, Oprah, and judged Bravo’s “Top Chef” and “Top Chef Just Desserts”, and many more.

Jon Ashton — playing for Feeding America
Jon Ashton is a graduate of St. Helens College in Great Britain and began his culinary career in several notable English restaurants, including the Derby Lodge Hotel and The Kirkfield Hotel in Newton Le-Willows. After moving to the United States to follow his childhood dream, Jon launched into the business with a passion for sharing his craft and making good food accessible. He is currently the food correspondent for the nationally syndicated morning show, The Daily Buzz, and contributing editor for PARADE and dash magazine.

Avery Pursell — playing for HIS KIDS
Drawing on her fine dining experience from some of Los Angeles’ top restaurants including Spago’s of Beverly Hills, home to Chef Wolfgang Puck and Vida (Chef Fred Eric), Avery Pursell has worked closely with Chef Gordon Ramsay and Top Chef Alumni Chef Marcel Vigneron. Avery burst on to the national food scene in 2012 by winning the Bravo TV Series “Around The World In 80 Plates” hosted by Chefs Curtis Stone and Cat Cora.

posted on November 30, 2012