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."
Blue Heron Students— Multicultural Meals
When Blue Heron Kids cooked with the Co-op one of the things they loved the most was a new found openness to experiment and try new things.
Radicchio—Beautiful But Bitter (in a good way)
People tend to love it or hate it. I love it, but I understand how it can be a bit overwhelming at first. I think the best way to add radicchio to your diet is…
Tasty (and Tasteful) Kitchen Gifts
‘Tis the season of giving. And nothing feels quite so jolly good as sharing a great gift with a loved one.
Happy and Healthy Holidays.....How to cut more sugar from holiday baking
Happy and Healthy Holidays —
How to cut more sugar from holiday baking .
Recipes for Cinnamon Crinkle Cookies and Anise and Coriander Biscotti included
Quick & Easy Peanut Sauce
Use it as a sauce for grilled or steamed veggies, or for proteins like chicken, salmon, or tofu.
Redressing Thanksgiving and Indian Spiced Butternut Squash Salad
People in my classes often tell me how much they enjoy cooking in community. Cooking with others, one on one, or with small groups is one of my golden goodies.
Thanksgiving Treasures and Sweet Potato Pie with Rye Crust
People in my classes often tell me how much they enjoy cooking in community. Cooking with others, one on one, or with small groups is one of my golden goodies.
Fall in Love with Pumpkin!
Of course pumpkin (which can often be exchanged with other winter squash) makes terrific savory dishes as well.
Cook With Others!
People in my classes often tell me how much they enjoy cooking in community. Cooking with others, one on one, or with small groups is one of my golden goodies.
And the winner of the Grow Fund Grant is........
Growing our local food system cooperatively.
Sweet Potato and Chard Gratin
Red Dog Farm Red and Rainbow Chard with sweet potatoes for an easy hearty meal.
Red Dog Farm Tour: A Balancing Act
The Food Co-op produce team takes a tour of Red Dog Farm…
What to do with fresh tomato abundance? - And two tomato salads to swoon over
What to do with an abundance of tomatoes? Here are two recipes to swoon over.
Already Tired of Zucchini Bread? .....Try these Gluten Free Flatbreads Instead.
Wondering what to do with all that zucchini? You grew it, friends brought gifts, or it was left anonymously on your doorstep. Instead of Zucchini Bread — Try Gluten Free Lemon Date Zucchini Flatbread and Gluten Free Cheesy, Olive, Basil, Walnut, Zucchini Flatbread
Back to School Lunch Ideas
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!