Seasonal Articles
How to Hit a Home Run at the Grill This Summer
Spoiler: it starts with Hempler’s. Now that baseball season is underway, we know you want to bring the ballpark magic home this summer! Step up to the plate with Hempler’s Seattle Mariners Beef Franks—aka the Official Hot Dog From Heaven of the Seattle Mariners. These...
Hempler’s Double Smoked Ham for Easter Dinner
Make Easter Easy (and Delicious) with Hempler’s Double Smoked Ham Easter is all about gathering with loved ones, celebrating spring, and, of course, enjoying tasty eats. If you're hosting this year (or just bringing the main dish), let Hempler’s help make things...
Hempler’s Playbook for Game Day Eats
When it’s time for game day, your appetizer spread needs to bring its A-game. That’s where Hempler’s steps in, turning your snack table into the MVP of the party. With Teriyaki Style Meat Sticks, Summer Sausage, and a mix of savory sides, this spread is a guaranteed...
Bacon for the Holidays!
We love to cook up a batch (or two) of bacon in advance and keep it in a ziplock, ready to add to our favorite dishes throughout the holiday season. Having crispy, crumbled bacon on hand makes it easy to top your meals with that perfect savory touch. Here are some fun...
Simple Ways to Celebrate Labor Day with Hempler’s
Ready to celebrate Labor Day weekend with #Hemplers? 🎉 Whether you're firing up the grill or camping in the great outdoors, Hempler's covers all your needs to make this holiday weekend unforgettable. Here are some tasty ways to incorporate our products into your...
How to Cook: Bacon on the Grill
Nobody wants to be stuck inside cooking this summer. Take it outside and cook bacon on the grill, leaving no grease on the stovetop. All you need is bacon and a barbecue. This method is so easy you won’t believe it! Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Reduce the heat...
How to Cook: Chicken Breast Skewers
Thaw in refrigerator prior to cooking. Cook on the grill or stovetop over medium heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through. Skewers are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees as measured by a food thermometer.
How to Cook: Fresh (Uncooked) Sausage and Ground Pork
Sausage Links: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add sausage links and cook for 12-16 minutes, turning often, until sausages are browned on all sides and completely cooked through to a minimum temperature of 165°F as measured by a food thermometer. Ground...
How to Cook: Franks and Smoked Sausages
Our franks and smoked sausages are fully cooked. Simply reheat using your favorite method. We love them on the grill!
How to Cook: Bacon
Stovetop Method: Place your bacon slices in a cold skillet and turn the heat to medium. Take care not to crowd the pan. Turn occasionally and cook until the bacon reaches desired crispness. Oven Method: Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and place your...
How to Cook: Ham – Bone-In and Boneless
Our premium hams are all fully cooked, so all you need to do is simply reheat them in your oven and serve. Ham Reheating Instructions: Watch how to prepare a Hempler’s Ham Heat oven to 325° F Remove all packaging materials, including the clear “button” over the bone...
Ham Hotline: Answering all your Hempler’s Ham questions
Welcome to the Ham Hotline. You’re either thinking about it or you’ve got your hands on a Hempler’s Ham…. now what? Check out some of our most frequently asked questions & answers below. 1. How do I reheat my ham? Our premium hams are all fully cooked, so all you...
Christmas Sides to Serve with Your Hempler’s Ham
Hempler's offers a full line of hams for your holiday meal, but we also love starring in your side dishes. Here are five that are sure to impress! Bacon Stuffing: Everyone loves this savory and satisfying side. They'll love it even more with bacon! Roasted Brussels...
1 Holiday Hempler’s Ham, 3 Ways
The holidays are all about family, friends, celebrations and of course, great food. Ham has always been a traditional part of holiday meals for families. If you are making ham for the first time this holiday season, or carrying on a family-long tradition, we have...
Pumpkin + Bacon Recipe Round-Up
Pumpkin pie is cool and all but how about these pumpkins & bacon recipes for the whole family? So how do we elevate everyone's favorite seasonal flavor? With bacon, of course! Here are some recipes to try this fall: Bacon Tart with Pumpkin and Maple: This sounds...
Recipes for the In-Between Season
Pumpkin Spice season has been in full swing for a month and a half now, but technically fall has only just begun. Still, we all know that the weather doesn’t care about the calendar or your favorite seasonal flavor combo. This time of year the temperature swings...
Introducing Hempler’s Seahawks Dogs in the Safeway Deli!
It's a new season for the Seattle Seahawks, and the deli departments at Safeway and Albertsons are ready with some brand-new offerings featuring some of Hempler's most flavorful sausages. First up is the Seahawk Dog made with Hempler's Andouille Jalapeno & Cheddar...
International Bacon Day is September 3rd. Here’s How to Celebrate!
It's not Christmas, but it feels like it to us here at Hempler's. International Bacon Day is just around the corner on September 3rd, and we've rounded up some fun ways to celebrate the day. Because what's life if you're not having a little bit of fun? Incorporate...
Make Your Summer Barbecue Memorable with Hempler’s!
Sun's out, school's out, and the calendar has finally turned to July. And you know what that means - it's GRILLING SEASON! Hempler's wants to be there for allllllllllll your summer cookouts with our delicious selection of franks, smoked sausages, and chicken skewers....
Protein-Packed Snacks to Fuel Your Summer Adventures
Summer is a time for adventure. Hiking. Camping. Boating. Picnics. Beach days. No matter what your adventure is, you need to stay fueled up - and Hempler's got the perfect protein options. Our pepperoni sticks, landjaeger, and beef jerky are shelf-stable so they're...
Get Ready for Grilling Season with Hempler’s Chicken Breast Skewers
Whether you're a year-round outdoor chef or a fair-weather griller, the official "grilling season" is just around the corner - and Hempler's is ready to make it great! Delicious barbecues have NEVER been easier than with our perfectly seasoned chicken breast skewers....
Don’t Forget Your Hempler’s Ham for Easter!
Getting ready for Easter? The ham is the star of the show, and Hempler's has options for every gathering. From whole hams to half hams, boneless to bone-in, honey-cured to uncured, spiral-sliced to unsliced, and even chicken roasts as an alternative to the traditional...
A Little Bit of Hempler’s History
Hempler's has grown over the years, but when we look back at our roots, not much has changed. We're still the same small-town relationship-focused company we've always been. Because relationships are how Hempler's started, grew, and continues to flourish. Here's a...
Winning Pizza Combinations
Pizza has a reputation for being simple fare, but the right topping combinations can elevate this rustic dish to new heights. Here are some winning combinations to try on your next pizza night. Caramelized onions, bacon, and figs: The saltiness of the bacon pairs well...