To start thinking “outside the bag,” use these ideas to put together a fun lunch that brown baggers of all ages will enjoy. Be sure to add your favorites to the list!

Rule: Never get caught out and about hungry!

I spent some time learning how to plan and think ahead. It’s all second nature now, and I can’t imagine any other way, especially when I pull out my yummy homemade food, and am so grateful that I’m eating wholesomeness I can trust.

Tomatillos are fruits, impersonating as vegetables. They grow well in our area, and are a delicious seasonal garden and farm crop. They are in the Coop’s produce area this week and should continue throughout the summer and we have some ideas on how to prepare them.

Nasturtiums are one of those magical plants. They grow vigorously without much effort, produce gorgeous blossoms throughout the summer months and many parts of the plant are edible: leaves, stems, flowers and seeds.

Local blueberries are in high demand and we will be doing our best to keep them on the shelves!  

Our Board members Lisa and Juri recently demonstrated how to make this Easy Peasy Peanut Sauce to keep in a jar. Here is the recipe in case you missed it!

Spanish nut based sauces for Summer plus a rocking garlic infused mayo !

Learn about trussing a chicken and check out Sidonie’s recipe POULET RÔTI À L’AIL (Roast Chicken with Garlic) in the Co-op Commons, July 3rd!

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Hold onto your shortcakes, it’s strawberry season! Sidonie shares with us how she processes her vats of strawberries each year to help carry her into the winter season.

3 Salsa Recipes For Your Cinco De Mayo Party and Beyond!

Try this recipe when a vegetarian pho is in order. It’s flavorful mushroom broth and spicy notes contrast well with the shiitakes and aromatic basil. The lime, added at the table, sets everything harmoniously together.   

Did I mention that I love poached eggs? Let me count the ways: on a bed of sauteed spinach, on top of a bowl of soup, with melted cheese salsa and beans, as a quick cold snack, poached egg pickles….

With a pot each of beans and rice, you have the foundation for a series of easy meals.

This tropical pasta salad is a great side dish for grilled chicken or tofu seasoned with a jerk spice rub.

 The Instant Pot is a boon for cooking tasty Irish stews. It requires little effort and time, and the results are fabulous. After an hour, including prep and hands-off cooking time I have a stew that’s fall apart tender with a rich stock and complex flavors.

To Celebrate Pi Day, We are sharing 9 recipes with you!

Sunflowers dig deep, stand tall, turn towards the sun, and aren’t afraid to be big and bold. The best thing about sunflowers is that they share their bounty with all.

Making a multi-step meal simple with Instant Pot and Oven as your dance partners.