NOVEMBER 2016 EDITION
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Thanksgiving planner How much food will you need? Thanksgiving gatherings don’t need to be elaborate, stressful, or the source of hundreds These general guidelines will help you plan the (or thousands) of empty calories consumed in correct amount of food to make or purchase. one day. With a bit of planning and resolve, you can create a healthier - and just as satisfying - day per person groups of ten of delicious food and thankfulness. Here are a few suggestions to get Entrées 5-7 pounds ½ to ¾ pound you started! Start the day right Take a few quiet minutes to eat a breakfast high in protein and healthy fats. Fill a water bottle to keep with you throughout the day and stay hydrated. By starting the day this way, you will be less susceptible to going overboard later. Ingredient substitutions Think whole, fresh or frozen vegetables in place of canned, and real butter or coconut oil in place of margarine and vegetable oils (which are likely made with GMO soybeans). Your taste buds will thank you for fresher, stronger flavors - and your side dishes will contain far less sodium and trans-fats! Find a list of more healthful holiday (continued, p. 2)
Potatoes
½ to ½ pound
4 pounds
Vegetables
¼ to ¹⁄3 pound
2 ½ pounds
Stuffing
¹⁄3 to ½ pound
4 pounds
Gravy/sauce
¼ cup
2-3 cups
Turkey (whole)
1 to 1½ pounds
10-15 pounds
Cranberry relish
2 ounces or ⅛ cup
1½ pounds or 2 cups
Snacks/ appetizers
2-4 ounces
2-3 pounds
Pie
1 slice
2 9-inch pies
Ice cream
½ cup
½ gallon
Cookies/bars
2 each
20 total
Butternut Apple Bisque Ingredients
1 medium onion, diced 1 tablespoon butter or vegetable oil 1 tablespoon curry powder (or more, to taste) 1 butternut squash, about 1 1/2 pounds, seeded, peeled, and cubed 1 Granny Smith apple, cored, peeled, and cubed 5 cups low-sodium vegetable stock Sea salt to taste
Prep
In a 4-quart pot, heat the butter or oil and sauté the onion over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add curry powder and sauté 3 more minutes, being
careful not to burn. Add squash, apple, and vegetable stock to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 20-30 minutes, or until the squash is tender. Puree the soup in a food processor or blender and salt to taste.
Tip
For some extra spice, add 1 tablespoon ginger, peeled and chopped, to the pan at the same time as the onions, or add chopped candied ginger as a garnish before serving.
Recipe & photo adapted from Co+op, stronger together www.strongertogether.coop
Welcome, New Maurice Cooper Ian Demro Jerilyn Endrizzi Lisa Fisch John Gwin Christine Hayes Valerie Herr Jan Karlen Beth Knutson Wendy Koser Wendy Langer Eileen Meredith Mary Miller
Owners! Diana Romeo Janet Schommer Carrie Shimko Crystal Smith Mike Spencer Tiana Steinhorst Quint Studer Nadia Taggart Annette Taroli Alice Uglum Bonnie Urban Randi Vicenzi Ryan Voight
November Staff Anniversaries
Shirley 10 years
Trish 3 years
Thanksgiving planner (continued from p. 1) substitutions at the Co-op, just inside the entryway (next to co+op deals flyers). Focus on friends and family - not food While we tend to emphasize the “turkey day” feast itself, we can also choose to focus on connecting with friends and family, and celebrating all that we are thankful for in life. Pre-dinner, fill a small plate of appetizers and go socialize in a separate room (it really does help to use smaller plates psychologically, a large empty plate is disappointing but a small full plate is not). Post-dinner, instead of camping out in front of the television organize a group walk, sport or other activity to keep everyone moving while enjoying each other’s company. Avoid the slippery slope of sugar Holiday cookies, sweets and fun sugary drinks make their debut at Thanksgiving and tend not to let up until after New Year’s. The problem is, the more sugar you consume the more you will crave. Instead make sure you include sweet veggies such as carrots, beets, peas, red peppers and sweet potatoes to help satisfy your sweet tooth and give a boost of energy. Use spices such as cinnamon, coriander, clove, cardamom, and nutmeg to add a sweet spice to dishes and help control sugar cravings. Eat plenty of protein, which stabilizes blood sugar and provides sustainable energy.
Did You Know? Great American Smokeout November 17 The American Cancer Society marks the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November each year by encouraging smokers to use the date to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advance and quit smoking that day. By quitting — even for one day — smokers will be taking an important step towards a healthier life, one that can lead to reducing cancer risk. Approximately 40 million Americans still smoke, and tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in our country. Many vitamins, herbs, tinctures and teas have been found to assist with mood and energy balance during quitting, and others can support your body’s natural detoxification processes. Holy basil, ashwaghanda, rhodiola and passionflower, for example, are known as adaptogenic herbs. Adaptogenic herbs are often taken to improve the health of the adrenal system, which is in charge of managing your body’s hormonal response to stress. For assistance, ask any of our experienced staff in the Basics Supplements department.
New & Returning Natural & Organic Holiday Meats Turkey Whole Frozen Plainville natural $1.99/lb. Larry Schultz organic $3.49/lb. Whole Fresh Mary’s natural $2.69/lb. Mary’s non-GMO $2.99/lb. Twisted Oaks local pastured organically raised $3.99/lb. Turkey Breast, Frozen Larry Schultz organic $4.99/lb.
Whole Ham Twisted Oaks local pastured organically raised $4.49/lb. Garrett Valley natural $5.99/lb. (spiral sliced) Turkeys and hams are first come, first serve (no unpaid holds) at Co+op Basics every day low price (no additional discounts). Delivery dates vary. For availability please feel free to call ahead to (608)7543925. Phone payment accepted.
November 2016 Events November Super Tuesday Sale Basics Co-op Owners enjoy 5+10% off regular-priced items storewide, the first Tuesday of the month! Not yet a Co-op Owner? Come in and get to know us – enjoy free samples and live demos from vendors and community partners throughout the store. Save 5% on regular-priced items.* 6am-8pm Tuesday, November 1
turn to Health. Appointments will be booked on a first-paid basis at Customer Service and are non-refundable with less than 72 hours notice. Cost: Co-op Owners $30 / Gen. Public $50. 5-8pm Tuesday, November 8
Co-op Owner Appreciation Sale Basics Co-op Owners enjoy 5+10% off regular-priced items storewide* 8am-8pm Sunday, November 20 CLOSED Thanksgiving Day Happy Thanksgiving! Normal store hours resume 6am Friday. Thursday, November 24
Fall Aromatherapy Workshop Hands-on essential oils instruction Hosting dinner for a crowd? with Jane from the Health & Beauty Individual Nutrition department, featuring aromatherapy Let Basics help! Consultations projects for personal care and holiday Ask us about Maximize your health and well-being gifting! Oat bath tea, skin care masks by making the best nutrition choices and cozy diffuser blends will be the fresh party for your individual health goals and focus of this free workshop in the platters for lifestyle. A one-on-one consultation Basics Community Room. RSVP every occasion. with Deb Cyrel, certified holistic nu- appreciated. tritional consultant and owner of Re- 10am-12pm Saturday, November 12
Please place orders a minimum of 24 hours in advance.
*Excludes Shizen Sushi, Loon Lake Deli, consignment, party platters, gift boxes/baskets, alcohol, Owner investments.
To register for classes/workshops call (608) 754-3925 or sign up at Customer Service.
Basics Co-op Board of Directors Jim Hutchinson
S. David Roang
Clarice Green
Dr. Carrie Kaiser
S.A. Welch
Please mail all Board correspondence to: Basics Board c/o Basics Cooperative, 1711 Lodge Drive Janesville, WI 53545 Letters to the Board will be opened at the next scheduled meeting.
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