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Game Day Food!

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted January 28, 2017

Ready for some winning recipes and tips? Check out these tasty ideas for game day food.   And the Secret Ingredient is…Beer Choosing Steak How to Cook Great Steak Get the Grill Started Chipotle Black Bean Dip Three Bean Chili Jalapeno Cheddar Cheese Bites Almond Crusted Chicken Fingers Sweet & Sour Vegetarian Meatballs    

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Fresh Deals: Red Delicious Apples

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted January 28, 2017

Fresh Deals: Red Delicious Apples ORGANIC Red Delicious Apples $1.49/lb ORIGIN: Washington We’re loving these crisp red delicious apples from Washington state. Try ’em out in these recipes: Apple Chips Classic Waldorf Salad Apple Salad with Candied Bacon and Goat Cheese Warm Cabbage, Apple, and Onion Slaw Apple Bacon Gorgonzola Salad Don’t forget, you can

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Fresh Deals: Tangerines

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted January 13, 2017

Fresh Deal: Tangerines ORGANIC Tangerines $3.49/lb.   For a refreshing, sweet uplift in the midst of winter-or any time, for that matter-reach for a tangerine. Tangerines are a type of mandarin orange that has reddish-orange skin. The high concentration of vitamin C in tangerines and other citrus may help in preventing cancer. Eating tangerines and other citrus

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What’s Fresh? Pomegranates!

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted December 19, 2016
What’s Fresh? Pomegranates!

What’s Fresh? Pomegranates! Originally from the Middle East, pomegranates offer a fun, exotic touch to holiday dishes. The fruit contains no cholesterol or saturated fats. Pomegranates contain antioxidants that have been shown to boost immunity, improve circulation, and offer anti-cancer benefits. Pomegranates are also a good source of vitamin C and fiber.Seeding a pomegranate is

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What’s Fresh? Buddha’s Hand Citron!

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted December 9, 2016
What’s Fresh? Buddha’s Hand Citron!

What’s Fresh? Buddha’s Hand Citron! Our produce peeps love to bring in unusual things for you to try and this week we have Buddha’s hand. A native of China, this citrus looks sort of like an octopus or Cthulhu. Antioxidants in Buddha’s hand have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. The fruit also acts as

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Give Your Holiday Meal a Makeover

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted November 21, 2016

A celebratory dinner should be exactly that: a time to share delicious food with family and friends. While many people wish to serve traditional family favorites, for most, there’s still plenty of room to liven up your holidays with a few new flavors, local foods, and even nutritional boosters. Here are some ideas for making your holiday meals fresh, easy, and fun.

Try something different with your turkey this year. Add citrus (lemon, lime, or orange) to your rub. Spice things up with hot pepper flakes or cayenne. If you need some pointers for cooking your bird, check out these turkey roasting tips.

  • Give that classic green bean casserole a makeover with fresh green beans, a spritz of lemon, and a topping of toasted pine nuts. Boost the cranberry sauce with a handful of fresh or dried fruit and a dash of cayenne. Use brown rice or quinoa as the basis for your turkey-day stuffing this year, and toss in some walnuts and chopped local apples.
  • Instantly transform the typical fare with seasonings: spice your eggnog with cardamom instead of (or as well as) cinnamon this year, and sprinkle tarragon on plain mashed potatoes. Or add some festive flavors to an otherwise ordinary recipe, like theseEggnog Spiced Sugar Cookies.
  • Make gravy like Grandma (or your favorite cooking show chef) if you like, but don’t feel obligated! There are some top-notch, healthful cooking mixes available that are especially helpful this time of year. You’ll find delicious, organic gravy mixes, dessert mixes, and seasoning blends for salad dressings and dips at your co-op.
  • Bring the unexpected to the table by adding an entirely new recipe or two to this year’s menu. Sweet Potato, Red Onion & Fontina Tart or a Winter Squash Risotto are two great options that use seasonal vegetables in new combinations. Focus on just one or two “special” dishes to complement your main course—especially if you’re serving appetizers, a couple delicious sides are all you really need and will allow you to spend more time with your guests.
  • Great dishes needn’t be complicated made-from-scratch recipes, either. Purchase some strikingly flavorful, easy-to-prepare foods to serve alongside the usual. A plate of Brie with Orange Preserves and Almonds would be a memorable addition to any menu.
  • Unless you adore kitchen duty, never refuse a guest’s offer to bring food — and remember you can count on your grocery store for prepared foods, too.  Visit the bakery department for lovely desserts (you may want to order pies, cheesecakes, and other specific favorites ahead of time). While you’re there, choose some cranberry date scones or pumpkin pecan muffins to treat family and/or guests to special breakfast fare. You may even consider picking up a couple of extra quick breads to give as gifts!
  • If you’ll be hosting guests for more than just the main meal, look to the deli for speedy main course items and sides (like lasagna, smoked salmon, wheatberry salad, golden beet and kale salad, or roasted root vegetables).
  • Don’t forget to stock up on some local wine and beer, too. Pair a good beverage with an array of cheeses or cookies for an instant party when unexpected guests arrive!

It takes just a little planning and a good source for great food to pull off a wonderful holiday meal—something full of tradition, genuine nourishment, and good will.

 

Republished with permission from strongertogether.coop.

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What’s Fresh? Brussels Sprouts!

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted November 21, 2016
What’s Fresh? Brussels Sprouts!

What’s Fresh? Brussels Sprouts! Did you know that the same compounds (called glucosinolates) that give Brussels sprouts their bitterness have also been shown to help prevent cancer? The fiber in steamed Brussels sprouts can help lower your cholesterol. (You can avoid the sulfurous smell by not overcooking them.) Brussels sprouts are also loaded with vitamin K (important for

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What’s Fresh? Pumpkins!

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted October 24, 2016
What’s Fresh? Pumpkins!

What’s Fresh? Pumpkins! Pie pumpkins can be used for so much more than just dessert. Plus, they are loaded fiber to aid in digestion and vitamin A for healthy eyes and skin. This week we have local, organic pie pumpkins from Hermit Creek Farm in Highbridge, Wisconsin. Savory Stuffed Pumpkin Spicy Pumpkin Soup Savory Pumpkin

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What’s Fresh? Romanesco!

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted October 3, 2016
What’s Fresh? Romanesco!

What’s Fresh? Romanesco! Roma-whatsa? Romanesco’s chartreuse color and fractal shape makes it almost alien looking. But this crunchy veggie has a mild, delicate, and nutty flavor. It’s also loaded with vitamins C and K, plus dietary fiber. As a member of the Brassica family, romanesco is a relative of broccoli and cauliflower. Speaking of those

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Get to Know Tomatoes

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted August 29, 2016
Get to Know Tomatoes

The French and Germans, who first met the tomato in the 16th century, dubbed it “the apple of love,” and “the apple of paradise.” Our less-romantic name for the fruit dates back further, though, to the Aztecs, who called it “xitomati,” or “plump thing with a navel.” Both in Europe and America, it took a

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What’s Fresh? Tomatoes!

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted August 29, 2016
What’s Fresh? Tomatoes!

What’s Fresh? Tomatoes! Tomato season is upon us and we are loaded up with a large selection of fresh, local, and organic varieties. We have cherry tomatoes from Great Oak Farm in Mason, Wisconsin, Bay Produce in Superior, Wisconsin,Hungry Hill Farm in Washburn, Wisconsin, and Hermit Creek Farm in Highbridge, Wisconsin. There are also slicer

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Make Lunch Easy with Salad in a Jar

by Chequamegon Food Co-opPosted August 22, 2016

Is there anything you can’t do with a canning jar? They can be used to freeze homemade margarita mix, ferment pickles, display a collection of beach glass, organize screws and nails, and store bulk grains.

So it should come as no surprise that there’s yet another amazing (and handy) thing you can do with canning jars: they make a perfect container for a lunch-on-the-go. Meet your new fresh and healthy friend: salad in a jar.

Start with a clean, dry mason jar. For a small to medium salad with few greens, a pint jar is perfect. If you like a lot of greens, or want to make a large salad, use a quart jar. Wide-mouth canning jars are easiest to fill, but regular jars work for smaller ingredients just fine. Depending on how hearty you like your salads, fill the jar as follows:

  • Add 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite dressing to the jar.
  • Next, add the hardest, least-absorbent ingredients. Chopped veggies like carrots, celery, fennel and onion can marinate in the dressing on the bottom and absorb flavor without compromising their texture.
  • Next, add cooked beans and/or firm grains like rice, barley or spelt; things that won’t get too soggy if they sit on top of, or in, the dressing.
  • Proteins such as tofu, cooked chicken, ham, or tuna can be added next.
  • Then add cheese and any softer veggies or fruits that are complementary to your mix. Berries, sliced apples and pears are good seasonal choices, but don’t forget dried fruits like raisins or cranberries that are nice year-round.
  • Next add cooked, light, absorbent grains like quinoa or couscous, or pasta.
  • Then seeds, nuts or croutons—stuff you’d like to keep fairly crunchy.
  • Finally, fill to the top with chopped salad greens.

Twist on the top, stick the salad in the fridge, and you’re good to go! When you’re ready to eat, the salad will be dressed by the act of emptying the jar, so shaking is not necessary but you can give it a gentle shake just before emptying if you like. Enjoy your fresh, crisp salad and be prepared to soak up compliments around the lunch table with your fun and functional salad in a jar.

 

Republished with permission from strongertogether.coop.

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