Missing the State Fair? Recipes for All Year Round
Nothing hits like fair food – the smells, the colors, the tastes. If you are already missing the fair or you did not attend this year, here are some recipe dupes for some essential fair favorites.
7 Delicious Brat Pairings for Summer Grilling
Summer is the kick off to the grilling season (and especially in Minnesota, brat season)! With so many hot afternoons to spend on the patio or in the local park, a variety of brat pairings can keep things fresh, and accommodate everyone’s tastes and dietary preferences. Whether you’ve got a…
Brat Board
Start your summer sizzle with a Brat Board. A little bit relish tray and a little bit the Midwestern cousin to charcuterie, the Brat Board is a great way to dish up local flavor this summer. Snacky, satisfying, and somehow both nostalgic and new. We got to…
Meet Chef Lachelle Cunningham
Chef Lachelle has been a dynamic force on the Twin Cities food scene and is known for cooking globally inspired comfort food that thwarts unhealthy stereotypes and fuses in global flavors. She began her culinary career by launching Chelles’ Kitchen in 2012 and soon became known for her work…
Plant-Based Grilling
Grilling season is the best, and it’s not just for meat and kabobs! Plant-based menu planning for the grill means using creative, colorful combinations that will please any BBQ fan, especially when using local, peak-season produce. Here are some of our favorite ideas for grilled vegan goodies that you can…
Root Veggies: A Bounty of Options at the Co-op
Root vegetables are so much more than carrots and potatoes. We offer a wide selection here at the co-op, from turnips and red beets to daikon and kohlrabi. The 13 veggies highlighted below are nutritious, fiber-filled and versatile. Store them wrapped in your crisper drawer to enjoy the…
Celebrate World Vegan Day
Whether you’ve been eating vegan for years or are just starting out, celebrate World Vegan Day on Nov. 1 with some of our favorite plant-based recipes. Hungry for more? Click the “vegan” filter on our recipe page or browse all recipes. …
Plant-Based Eating in the New Year
This New Year, consider incorporating more plant-based foods into your life for improved health and well-being. Kickstart this commitment by including more fruits, vegetables, legumes, beans, and whole grains into your daily routine. While the focus is on eating more plants and less meat, salt, sugar, and processed foods, plant-based…
Local Profile: Tempeh Tantrum
Begun in 2014, Minneapolis-based Tempeh Tantrum makes two varieties of fresh organic tempeh. A traditional Indonesian staple dating back to the 12th century, it has a unique nutty flavor and firm texture. Unlike tofu, which is made using soy milk, tempeh is made using whole soy…