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

1. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and saute for 5 minutes.
2. Add wine, chicken stock, and sage. Boil until liquid is reduced by 1 cup, about 25 minutes. Strain sauce into a small saucepan.
3. 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.
4. Add shallots and mushrooms. Saute until golden, about 10 minutes. If mixture is to dry add a little chicken broth or more oil.
5. 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