The Beet

A Port Townsend Food Co-op Blog

Whether you're passionate about healthy recipes, sustainability initiatives, local giving programs, or supporting local farms, we’ve got something for you. Stay connected with the latest co-op news, learn how we’re making a difference in the community, and discover how you can get involved. Join us as we promote eco-friendly living and share the best in organic, local food."

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My Roasting Mantra

There is nothing like the smells that fill the kitchen, of roasting fruit and vegetables. Roasting adds indescribable depth to a dish, a melting sweetness with smoky after notes.

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Kebobs!

Party friendly summery treats from the grill! The fruit kebobs can be a nice compliment to a spicy dish or as a dessert with a scoop of ice cream…

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Cooperatively Yours!

Jon Steinman visited 125 food co-ops with storefronts and 23 startups in various stages of development. He took a LOT of photos and his new publication is one of the many outcomes of that journey.

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Flavor Sleuth

Summer’s about outdoor cooking and good barbecue sauce is a necessity. There are lots of sauces to buy, but homemade is so much better.

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Cooking Is A Celebration!

I sit down with a sketchbook and write “celebration” in the middle of the page and draw a circle around it. Then, draw rays from the circle writing all the questions I can think of…

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June is PRIDE Month

June is PRIDE Month! Share your PRIDE with families and friends. Prepare a Rainbow Pizza using our galette crust or a fresh fruit Rainbow Tart!

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Banana “Nice” Cream

Craving a sweet treat? Instead of ice cream, make “nice” cream from frozen bananas. It’s dairy free and you can easily create custom flavors.

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Rhubarb 101

There are lots of creative ways to use rhubarb in savory dishes, too. Its tartness can replace the vinegar in dressings…

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The Best of Rhubarb

This year, I’m again in a rhubarb glut, and have set myself the challenge to use it in previously unimagined ways. Prepare to be amazed and inspired…

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