Ingredient Insights

Rhubarb- The Pie Plant

Spring means it's time for rhubarb. Most often associated with pies, rhubarb is actually not a fruit at all, it's a vegetable! Rhubarb is beautiful, healthy, and has many culinary applications beyond pie. The earliest recorded cultivation of rhubarb was in ancient China, where it was used for a wide range of medicinal purposes including… Continue reading Rhubarb- The Pie Plant

Coop Kitchen, Gluten Free, Vegetarian/Vegan

Rhubarb Jam

It's that time of year again for rhubarb! It's for more than just for pairing with strawberries. Have you ever tried it on it's own? If you are looking for new ways to use rhubarb, why not try making jam? With few ingredients and easy preparation, this is a good recipe to try for those… Continue reading Rhubarb Jam

Ingredient Insights

Beets- Bright and Beautiful

Do you ever see beets at a local store or farmers market and wonder what to do with them, or perhaps feel somewhat of an aversion because you have only had them canned? Beets are actually quite versatile, good for you, and more than just something in a can you find on a restaurant salad… Continue reading Beets- Bright and Beautiful

Coop Kitchen

Leek and Spinach Quiche

This is a beautiful dish to add to your Easter brunch table this Sunday, and a great way to use some our fresh veggies in the store this week. We also have farm fresh eggs from three different farms for you to choose from! This quiche is light, flavorful, and a wonderful accompaniment to a… Continue reading Leek and Spinach Quiche

Coop Kitchen, Vegetarian/Vegan

Cream of Asparagus Soup

Not many things say Spring quite like fresh asparagus. It is a beautiful and versatile vegetable, and does great with a wide variety of cooking techniques. One of the tastiest ways to eat it is in a creamy soup. It is wonderful paired with a sandwich or salad for lunch or dinner. This soup requires… Continue reading Cream of Asparagus Soup