Three Easy Appetizers Featuring Deer Park Farm Goods
A go-to guide for when you don’t know what to bring
We’ve all been there. You're heading to a gathering and someone says, “Just bring something simple.” Suddenly you’re staring into your kitchen trying to figure out what that actually means.
This is where Deer Park Farm shines. Our ferments and small-batch goods add instant flavor and character, turning a few everyday ingredients into something memorable. These appetizers travel well, come together in minutes, and feel thoughtful without requiring much work. Perfect for last-minute invites or slow evenings spent with friends.
Ginger Kraut Crostini with Apple & Brie
Ingredients:
Deer Park Farm Ginger Kraut
Fresh baguette, sliced and toasted
Brie
Crisp apple, thinly sliced
Optional: honey drizzle
How to Make:
Layer brie and apple on toasted baguette. Top with a spoonful of Ginger Kraut. Add a light drizzle of honey if you want a touch of sweetness.
Pair With:
A chilled dry cider or a clean, bright Chardonnay.
What a better way to incorporate ginger in your diet when adding it to a fermented gut superfood! You’ll be eating it out of the jar throughout your day!
Cowboy Candy Cream Cheese Dip
Ingredients:
Deer Park Farm Cowboy Candy
Block of cream cheese
Crackers, pretzels, or sliced veggies
How to Make:
Spread or place the cream cheese on a small plate. Spoon Cowboy Candy over top. Serve with dippers.
Pair With:
A pale ale or a lightly sweet Riesling to balance the warmth.
12 Ounces
A combination of sweet and spicy will sure have your boots kickin! Pickled jalapeños in an apple cider vinegar mixed with brown sugar and a hint of turmeric, leaves your pallet craving more! A mouth watering appetizer topping a cracker with cream cheese!
Pickled Beet & Goat Cheese Endive Boats/Toast
Ingredients:
Deer Park Farm Pickled Beets, diced
Endive leaves or Toast
Soft goat cheese
Cracked black pepper
Optional: toasted chopped walnuts
How to Make:
Spoon a bit of goat cheese into each endive leaf or toast. Top with a spoonful of Pickled Beets. Finish with cracked pepper and walnuts if you want a little crunch.
Pair With:
Dry rosé or a crisp Prosecco.
When you keep thoughtful ingredients on hand, you’re never unprepared. A jar of kraut, a sleeve of crackers, a little cheese — that’s all it takes to make something worth sharing.
Simple. Beautiful. Shared. That’s the Deer Park way.
