This Spring FrameWork was fortunate enough to have Carlton Farms join as one of the newest members of the FrameWork family. They also are celebrating an amazing milestone, as this year marks their 60th year in business. Congratulations Carlton Farms! As we get firmly settled in to Summer vacations and get-togethers of all kinds, Carlton Farms has been generous enough to share a delicious suggestion for that time honored tradition – Summer BBQ’s! We love partnering and serving great companies like Carlton Farms, and we hope you’ll take a minute to learn a little more about their commitment to quality and community, and take advantage of their generous offer.
Carlton Farms is a family-owned producer of delicious all-natural, artisan fresh pork, smoked pork, sausage, and beef products. Log on to carltonfarms.com to discover a wide selection of award-winning meats and innovative recipes. It’s a perfect source for grilling ideas throughout the year.
Located in the Willamette Valley and celebrating its sixtieth year in business, the company partners with Pacific Northwest family farmers who raise animals according to time-honored methods—naturally and humanely—and all to Carlton Farms specifications, without hormones, animal proteins, or growth accelerants.
Carlton Farms products are processed by hand. Artificial flavors and chemicals are never used to cure or age meats. Smoked products are cured with salt and sweet brines, dry aged, and smoked over hardwood fires. Fresh pork is processed for delivery within 24 hours to fine food stores and restaurants. And premium beef is hand-trimmed and dry aged with exquisite marbling and a velvety texture.
Carlton Farms was an innovator in the farm-to-table movement. The business was founded in 1956 by the Duyn family, who understood the importance of partnering with people they could trust long-term. Carlton Farms adheres to strict certification and inspection standards, so you can be sure that every cut of meat is all-natural, hand-processed, and absolutely delicious.
From supporting community values to advancing appreciation of fine cuisine in the Pacific Northwest, Carlton Farms delivers the exceptional product quality and customer service you expect.
As a special introduction to FrameWork customers, Carlton Farms is offering free shipping on orders placed before August 31, 2016. First review Carlton Farms products at carltonfarms.com, then phone 800-932-0946, identify yourself as a FrameWork customer, and place an order. Enjoy.
Pork Tenderloin with Date and Cilantro Relish
Here’s a great recipe for grilling a pork tenderloin. It serves four people, and the combined preparation and cooking time is less than 1 hour.
Pork Tenderloin
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 Carlton Farms Pork Tenderloin (about 1¼ lb.)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preheat grill (or oven) to 425° F. On the stovetop, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork with salt and pepper and cook, turning, until browned on all sides, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer pork to grill (or oven) and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part reads 140° F, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer pork to a cutting board and let rest at least 5 minutes before slicing; set aside pan drippings.
Relish
⅔ cup Medjool dates (about 4 oz.), diced
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
Pan drippings
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro plus leaves for garnish
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Toss dates, orange juice, reserved pan drippings, chopped cilantro, and remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Spoon relish over pork and top with cilantro leaves.
Note: Relish (without pan drippings) can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Add pan drippings just before serving.