(Family Features) Summer is here and it’s time to hit the grill. Take at-home entertaining to the next level by upgrading everyone’s favorite cheeseburger with ground pork. Family and friends will love this elevated twist on a summer favorite that is oh-so-deliciously different than the traditional beef patty. These Pork and Bacon Burgers are made with Heritage Duroc pork, known for its rich flavor and juiciness, and will be a hit at your next barbecue. The crispy bacon adds another level of texture and flavor, making these juicy burgers a gourmet treat that rivals any takeout burger. Celebrating 150 years as the premium all-natural meat choice for families, Coleman All Natural Meats offers a variety of products that are sourced from American family farmers who humanely raise livestock with no antibiotics ever and no added hormones. Find more recipes to elevate your grilling experience at ColemanNatural.com.

Pork and Bacon Burgers

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 6

• 2 pounds Coleman Ground Pork
• 1/4 pound ground pork chorizo
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 cheese slices (optional)
• 6 hamburger buns
• 6-8 strips Coleman Hickory Smoked Uncured Bacon, cooked
• tomato slices (optional)
• red onion slices (optional)
• lettuce (optional)
• ketchup (optional)
• mayonnaise (optional)

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. In large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chorizo, onion, garlic, salt and pepper.
3. Gently mix ingredients, being careful not to overwork meat.
4. Divide meat into six burger patties.
5. Cook burgers 3-4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145 F or desired doneness.
6. During last 2-3 minutes of cooking, place cheese slices on top of burgers to melt, if desired.
7. Transfer burgers to platter. Assemble burgers with buns, bacon, tomato slices, red onion slices, lettuce, ketchup and mayonnaise, as desired.

Tip: Burger patties may be frozen up to 1 month. Fully defrost before cooking.   SOURCE: Coleman Natural Foods

(Family Features) Before heading out the door for pool days, bike rides, summer camps and other family-favorite activities, there’s one key component to starting your day on the right foot: a nutritious breakfast. Filling morning meals help you and your loved ones power through all summer has to offer, whether you’re getting active on a hike or family walk or simply soaking in the sun. Paired with a healthy lifestyle, an 8-ounce glass of 100% orange juice includes key nutrients such as vitamin C, folate, thiamin and potassium, as well as calcium and vitamin D (in fortified juices), that help support the immune system all year long. Summer is no exception – particularly with its usual hectic schedules that include sports and other outdoor activities. Plus, it’s fat-free, cholesterol-free, sodium-free, has no added sugar and is made up of almost 90% water, which means it’s a healthy complement to your water hydration routine – another must during the hot summer months. While delicious and nutritious on its own, an option like Florida Orange Juice can also be enjoyed as part of morning favorite recipes like French toast. As a meal that can satisfy the entire family, this Orange Juice French Toast with Infused Whipped Cream offers a twist on a breakfast classic. As a delicious addition to any diet, 100% orange juice is a perfect way to sit down together at the table before tackling the day’s adventures. To find more nutrition-forward summer recipe ideas, visit floridajuice.com.

Orange Juice French Toast with Infused Whipped Cream

Recipe courtesy of the Florida Department of Citrus

• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3/4 cup, plus 1/4 cup, Florida Orange Juice, divided
• 10 slices milk bread
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• neutral oil
• maple syrup, for serving

1. In shallow dish, whisk eggs, milk and 3/4 cup orange juice.
2. Dunk each slice of bread in egg mixture, letting it soak in.
3. While bread soaks, whip heavy cream until it reaches stiff peaks, about 3 minutes. Gently fold in remaining orange juice until well combined.
4. On hot pan over medium heat, in small amount of oil, fry both sides of each bread slice. Remove from heat when golden brown.
5. Serve French toast in stacks with dollop of whipped cream and drizzle of maple syrup.

  SOURCE: Florida Department of Citrus

(Family Features) Watermelon, strawberries, corn and green beans get all the fresh produce love in the summer, but don’t forget broccoli as a warm-weather staple. Instead of dunking in dressing or smothering with melted cheese, go for a lighter dish with this Broccoli Salad – an ideal light lunch or simple summer side. Visit Culinary.net to find more veggie-inspired salad ideas.

Broccoli Salad

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6

• 2 medium heads broccoli
• 2 apples
• lemon juice
• 1 carrot
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup sunflower seeds
• 1 cup pecans
• 1 package (2 1/2 ounces) real bacon pieces

Dressing:

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons poppy seeds

1. Coarsely chop broccoli and place in large bowl. Coarsely chop apples and brush with lemon juice to prevent browning; add to bowl. Shred carrot and add to bowl with blueberries, cranberries, sunflower seeds, pecans and bacon.
2. To make dressing: Mix mayonnaise, milk, apple cider vinegar, sugar and poppy seeds. Pour over broccoli salad and mix well.

  SOURCE: Culinary.net