We visited Cherry Republic Winery this week. Located in Glen Arbor, Michigan this is a unique winery. The wines are made with cherries. Several wines are a blend of cherries and grape varieties. If there is a product that can be made with cherries you will likely find it here. There is a separate building for wine. Next door is a building where one can sample cherry products. Next is a restaurant. According to the owner, this has become a destination for visitors. People will go out of their way to visit. Below is a recipe from Cherry Republic.
Cheers! Kathy
Chicken in a Red Wine Sauce
Ingredients
2 T olive oil
1 each large onion, finely diced
2 T Sage, ground
2 c Cherry Red wine
2 c chicken broth
3 T olive oil
4 each chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
6 each shallots, minced
1 lb mushrooms (cremini or portabella), sliced
½ c whipping cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 5 minutes.
- Add wine, chicken stock, and sage. Boil until liquid is reduced by 1 cup, about 25 minutes. Strain sauce into a small saucepan.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in another heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides, 15 minutes.
- Add shallots and mushrooms. Saute until golden, about 10 minutes. If mixture is to dry add a little chicken broth or more oil.
- When the mushrooms have cooked pour strained sauce over the mushrooms and add cream. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
Recipe provided by Cherry Republic, Glen Arbor, Michigan
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