Wine Pairing Recipes

Slayer Red Wine infused Spiced Cranberry Sauce from the Cypher Kitchen

“Slayer” WINE-INFUSED Spiced Cranberry Sauce

This fabulous, spiced wine cranberry sauce recipe is a family favorite developed years back and anticipated at everyThanksgiving! This year I'm putting a spin on it swapping out Zinfandel for Slayer (51% Cabernet / 18%Petit Verdot / 15% Tannat / 12% Zinfandel / 4% Petite Sirah)! I hope yourfamily enjoys this rich, sweet, tangy cranberry …

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Wine Country Olive Fig Tapenade with baguette

Irresistible Sweet & Savory Fig Olive Tapenade

This quick and easy olive tapenade will definitely become one of your go-to recipes! Loaded with two types of olives, shallots, figs, fresh rosemary, and lemon zest, this sweet and savory relish is the perfect Holiday appetizer! Simple to make, it pairs divinely with your favorite Cypher Red, and is guaranteed to delight your family and friends! We wouldn’t be surprised if you receive a request or two for the recipe from your guests. Serve on your favorite cracker or crostini, on a cheeseboard, or over a log of goat cheese.

Vegan Walnut Pasta Sauce Cypher Kitchen Wine Pairing Hero

Deliciously Creamy Easy Vegan Walnut Pasta Sauce

This deliciously creamy, easy-to-make, vegan walnut pasta sauce will no doubt become a standard in your recipe rotations. Easy to make with only 8 ingredients, this walnut white sauce is high in protein, chock full of nutrients, and lower in saturated fat than its cousin the traditional dairy-free cashew cream sauce.

With a buttery-smooth consistency, this sauce is the perfect substitute to create vegan Alfredo pasta, creamed spinach, or even a white sauce lasagna! Get creative in the kitchen and see what else you can create with this velvety delicious alternative to a heavy cream sauce.

Warmed Brie with walnuts dates and fig balsamic

Warmed Brie with Walnuts, Dates and Blackberry Balsamic

ZinPunk’s balance of Jam, spice and earthy tannin plays off this simple and elegant recipe beautifully. It is another one of our favorites bringing a unique and exciting twist to your wine and cheese pairings. The fusion of creamy brie with the earthy tannins in the walnuts, and the deep fruit of the balsamic vinegar dances in delightful harmony with the flavors and aromas of ZinPunk.

Toasted Walnut Salted Maple Syrup Brittle

Toasted Walnut Salted Maple Syrup Brittle

No heavy corn syrup in this delicious brittle recipe! We swapped in pure maple syrup in its place for a rich, full-bodied sweetness that pairs beautifully with bitter walnuts and rich creamy butter. Top it off with a sprinkling of sea salt for an added crunch and yin to the sugar’s yang. Keep in an airtight bag or container for afternoon snacks or bundle in clear cellophane bags and tie with ribbon for gift giving.

Amazing Walnut Honey crusted Chicken

Amazing Walnut Honey Crusted Chicken

Farm fresh organic walnuts bring an extra flare and are the secret ingredient to this recipe’s success! Toasted walnuts paired with local honey make the chicken savory, sweet, and moist! This recipe is easy to throw together and quick to impress. Whether you are hosting a casual get-together or formal sit-down dinner, our amazing walnut honey-crusted chicken is sure to delight!

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