Islander Pork Roast

The flavor from the Islands inspires this first place recipes from the Wisconsin State Fair by Barbara Driscoll of West Allis. …

Cashew BBQ Pork

Lori Beach of Maple Grove brings a little of the Islands to the grill with this first place recipe from the Minnesota State Fair. …

Mango Punch

Fresh mango is usually in season from about May through September. A fragrant tropical fruit, many supermarkets now carry this exotic fruit. This punch highlights the sweet Caribbean taste. …

Island Marinade

This citrus marinade can also work on small roasts. Grilling brings out the flavor. …

Papaya Salsa

Give your salsa a tropical twist with ripe papayas. Serve along side ham or grilled tenderloin. …

Jerked Pork Tenderloin with Guava-Rum Glaze

Chef Cindy Hutson creates a jerked tenderloin that has a slightly sweet glaze. Some larger supermarkets and specialty stores carry different tropical juices and nectars, like guava. Serve with fresh sliced mangoes and other tropical fruits. …

Caribbean Rub

A Caribbean rub that brings the slightly sweet and spicy flavors of the Islands simply. Try with pork chops on the grill or a roasted tenderloin. …

Jalapeno Jerk Baby Back Ribs

This recipe has been adapted from BBQ USA by Steven Raichlen (Workman Publishing). Ribs are considered the ultimate in American barbecue. Tender, sweet and smoky and with a little bite, these baby back ribs take more time to prepare and …

Tropical Pork Curry

This fruity curry makes a quick weeknight supper served over hot cooked rice and with steamed green beans. Look for fresh pineapple, cored and cut, in the produce department; or use canned pineapple. Leftover curry reheats nicely, and taste even …