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Easy Summer Veggie Pasta Bake
Sometimes you want something cozy… even in the summertime. Enter: the Summer Veggie Pasta Bake. It’s packed with seasonal produce, comes together in under an hour, and makes enough to feed a hungry crew or fuel a week of quick lunches. And the best part? Nearly every...
Grow Your Own: A Beginner’s Guide to Gardening with the Co-op
🌱 Grow Your Own: A Beginner's Guide to Gardening with the Co-op Spring is in full swing, and there’s no better time to dig into gardening. Whether you’re planting your first container of herbs or building out a full backyard plot, the Co-op is here to help you...
Alternative Flours 101: What They Are and How to Use Them
Looking to mix up your baking routine or explore gluten-free options? Alternative flours offer unique flavors, added nutrition, and versatile uses—perfect for seasoned bakers and curious cooks alike. Whether you're baking cookies or cooking savory dishes, the Co-op...
Watermelon & Feta Salad with Mint
As the days get longer and warmer, few things say "summer" like a crisp, juicy slice of watermelon. At the Fredericksburg Food Co-op, we love celebrating seasonal produce — and right now, watermelon is stealing the show. Whether you're planning a picnic, looking for a...
Crispy Summer Veggie Fritters with Yogurt Herb Sauce
Some summer nights, you just want something quick, cozy, and packed with seasonal flavor—without turning on the oven or making a sink full of dishes. Enter: summer veggie fritters. These golden little rounds are crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and...
Cooperatively Yours: Blue Ridge Bucha
Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a family-run business is brewing what many call the best kombucha on the East Coast. Kombucha is a fermented tea made by combining sweetened tea with a symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast, known as a SCOBY. The...
Spring Stuffed Bell Peppers
As the days warm up and the garden begins to bloom, there’s nothing better than a dish that showcases the vibrant colors and fresh flavors of spring. These Spring Stuffed Bell Peppers are a wonderful way to enjoy the season’s produce. Filled with a delicious mix of...
Spring Vegetable Frittata
Easter weekend is here, and that means gathering around the table with the people you love—and a dish that makes you look like you’ve got it all together (even if you threw it together 30 minutes before guests arrived). This Spring Vegetable Frittata is exactly that:...
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What to Do with Leftover Easter Food: 7 Delicious Ideas from the Co-op
🐣 What to Do with Leftover Easter Food: 7 Delicious Ideas from the Co-op After the Easter baskets have been opened, the eggs dyed, and the table cleared, one thing often remains: leftovers. Whether you’ve got an extra carton of hard-boiled eggs, half a ham, or a pile...
Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs: A Colorful, Eco-Friendly Tradition
🌿 Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs: A Colorful, Eco-Friendly Tradition Looking for a beautiful, non-toxic way to dye your Easter eggs this year? Skip the synthetic dyes and try natural egg dyeing using ingredients you may already have in your kitchen! At the Fredericksburg...