Summer Salads By: Robin Asbell When the days are long and the sun is high, eating is sometimes the last thing on your mind. We all get so busy playing outside, and the heat just seems to vanquish appetite. Then it dawns on everyone that they are famished! This is the time for cool salad [...]
Southwestern Stuffed Zucchini Boats By: Co+op Total Time: 30 minutes; 10 minutes active, Servings: 5 Zucchini takes center stage, stuffed with spiced up black beans, red pepper and topped with cheddar. Ingredients 4 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup diced green onions [...]
Honey Ginger Lemonade By: Co+op Total Time: 30 minutes; 10 minutes active Servings: 5 Make yourself a refreshing drink and infuse it with antioxidant-rich turmeric and ginger while you’re at it. This lemonade will give your tongue a little tingle, thanks to the ginger. It’s naturally sweetened with honey. Ingredients 1 1/2 cups water 1 [...]
A tasty and healthy way to beat the heat and extend the berry season. Ingredients 2 cups fresh berries, washed and chopped (use a single kind or a variety) 1/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons honey 1/4 cup water 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 1/2 cups plain, nonfat Greek yogurt Preparation In a saucepan, bring [...]
Fresh berries, with their vivid colors, saturated flavors, lush textures and fragrant aromas are as stimulating to the senses as they are good for your health. These classic fruits, many of which are native to North America, are grown in the U.S. from coast-to-coast, quite literally! California is the leading producer of strawberries, while [...]
Red, White, and Blue Potato Salad By: Co+op Recipe Information Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 4 You can't go wrong with this colorful and tasty potato salad recipe! Add eye appeal to your salad with a colorful mix of red, blue and white new potatoes, drizzled with a light vinaigrette. Ingredients 1 pound mixed [...]
Stone Fruit Salad By: Co+op Recipe Information Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 6 When peaches, nectarines, plums, cherries and other stone fruits are in season, make this sweet and tart slaw. Select firmer fruits, so they will be easier to slice and still have some crunch to add to the slaw. Ingredients 2 tablespoons [...]
With a few simple ingredients and reusable equipment you can keep your space clean, healthy, free of chemicals, and reduce your waste! Simple DIY Eco-Cleaner For One Spray Bottle 1 part - Water 1 part - Distilled White Vinegar 5-10 drops of your favorite essential oil *optional 3-5 drops tea tree oil for stronger [...]
Moroccan preserved lemons Preserved Lemons By: Co+op Recipe Information Total Time: 20-30 days; 30 minutes active Servings: 36 If you think a fresh lemon delivers a great flavor, you need to try a preserved lemon. The peels soften, and the fermentation adds great depth of flavor and umami. A salty, tangy flavor [...]
White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse By: Co+op Recipe Information Total Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes active Servings: 6 Many mousse recipes rely on gelatin or raw egg whites for a stable, lofty texture. In this easy mousse, white chocolate and whipped cream are folded together to create a mousse that is both rich and creamy [...]
