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I would like to start off by introducing myself. My name is Matt Reasoner. I have been an employee/member of Ever'man for over 20 years. A lot of you may know me as the Garden Street Operations Manager, and some may even remember my days as
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has been a vital part of the coop for 30 years. Herall-important role as buyer is now in the capable hands of JustinSt. Peter, who has plenty of experience in this position and weare thrilled to have him as part of the staff. In February, ourlong-time General Manager, William Rolfs, resigned, after manyyears of leading the helm, and we thank him for all the hardwork he put in over the years, and especially in his leadership inthe opening of our second store on Nine Mile Road. Like Thalia,we wish William all the best as he enters the next phase of hislife. William’s role has been taken by a twenty-year veteran ofEver’man, and the Operations Manager of the Garden Streetlocation, Matt Reasoner. Matt has lived and breathed Ever’man for a long time and he loves the coop. In his short time as thenew Interim General Manager, he has proven himself in anumber of ways, and we are excited about the future with Mattand his skillful leadership.
Who doesn’t love spring with all the flowers, the treescoming alive, the hummingbirds passing through on theirmigration north and the beach entertaining us with its warmwater and breezes? We love it here at Ever’man, too, and we are ready to provide you with all the fresh, local produce that wecan offer, along with our regular lineup of organic, non GMO,preservative-free, clean food items that you have come to trust.This spring brings with it some major personnel changes atthe coop, too. Our long-time buyer, Thalia Lawrence, retiredin December and we wish her all the best as she enjoys her retirement.Thalia
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Like so many other businesses in this crazy labor market,Ever’man has had its share of challenges when it comes tostaffing and you may notice a lot of new faces. We are up to thechallenge and Matt and his team have been doing a gallant jobin finding and recruiting the right people in these extraordinarytimes. Fortunately, Ever’man is a great place to work with itsculture and meaningful purpose, and we continue to search forthe best possible team members as openings occur, and we areup to the task of placing the right people in the right positions.If you ever have a situation with any personnel that doesn’tgo the way you think it should, please let the front desk knowin order that we may be aware of any situations that need ourattention. We really want to know and Matt and his staff reallydo care and want your shopping experience to be a pleasant one.
If you have not shopped at our Nine Mile Road store,you are in for a real treat. It is a beautiful store that also has awalking track, outdoor tables and fire pit, along with a gelatobar, taco bar and wine and coffee bar. Our marketing team hasplanned, and is planning, more special events, and with springhere and, what looks like the end of the pandemic, be sure to seewhat next special event you would like to attend.
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Spring is here and with it comes wonderful weather,outdoor fun and activities, organic gardens coming alive, thebeach, Blue Wahoos baseball, and a spirit of optimism. It’s greatliving in Pensacola and we at Ever’man are having the best timeserving your grocery needs.
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The Good Guys in the Garden
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Adult lady beetles (pictured), bees, and praying mantids are familiar beneficial insects, but there are many more, such as green lacewings, hover flies, ground beetles, and soldier bugs.
In the old westerns it was easy to tell the good guys from the bad guys. Good guys wore white hats; bad guys wore black hats and were the ones shooting at the hero from behind those rocks in the box canyon. Unfortunately bugs don't wear hats, so we have to work a little at learning who's who in the garden. We gardeners would do well to learn who these good guys are so we can monitor their presence and avoid spraying unless absolutely necessary.
By: National Gardening Association
Our gardens are teeming with insects, mites, spiders, and other creatures. To a new gardener every "bug" is a likely suspect. As we learn more about gardening and that elusive thing called "the balance of nature," we discover that very few insects are pests worth our concern. Most are either beneficial, of no direct significance, or have a role yet to be understood fully. The fraction that is pests get a lot of attention. A few stink bugs on a tomato plant or some hungry flea beetles on an eggplant seedling are indeed cause for concern. However, our efforts to control these pests can have a direct effect on the "good guys of the garden." Most sprays, whether organic or synthetic, tend to not discriminate between pests and beneficials. When you spray the garden, pests will be killed but so will beneficial insects. When you kill a beneficial insect you inherit its job. That lady beetle larvae may be about to eat several dozen aphids. When it dies, controlling those aphids and their thousands of potential offspring is now your job.
Beneficial insects are part of the natural ecosystem. They can be "managed" in ways to encourage them to stay around and increase in population. Here are four simple ways to attract beneficial insects to our gardens and to make sure they stay around.
1. Provide an accessible source of water. A birdbath with some stones that stick up out of the water to provide easy access for tiny beneficials or a periodic sprinkling will work great.
2. Plant flowers to provide nectar and pollen for beneficial adults to feed upon. Species such as syrphid flies and parasitic wasps need this for an energy source. Among the better pollen food sources are plants that have umbrella-shaped bloom heads, such as dill, yarrow, tansy, and fennel. Other plants to include are those with small daisylike flowers (such as chamomile and feverfew), and other blooming herbs (thyme, oregano, rosemary). If you plant root vegetables, leave a few to go to seed (carrots, radishes, turnips) as their blooms are also favorites of some beneficial insects.
4. Avoid pesticides that may damage beneficial insects. This includes both organic and synthetic products. And don’t spray indiscriminately. Before you use any pesticide, make sure you have identified that a pest is indeed causing a problem and what type of pest it is. When a situation warrants a spray, select a product with a narrow spectrum of control (such as Bt that only targets caterpillars) to avoid killing other insects. Choose one that breaks down fast when possible, such as insecticidal soap or neem. Direct the spray only at the plants with the pest problem. Try these tips this season and then take a few strolls out in the garden and give things a closer look. You'll see many species of beneficial insects helping you out by munching on those pests that love to munch on the fruits of your labor.
3. Allow some pests to remain as a food source for beneficial insects. Zero pest populations are not sustainable and will leave beneficials with no reason to stay in your garden area. Lady beetles are our friends but they are not philanthropic! They lay eggs on plants with pests present so their babies can have food. No pests ... they move on. Just remember that it's good to have a few pests around.
Information courtesy of the National Gardening Association, www. garden.org.
And often the immature stage of the “good guys” looks completely different from the adult insect. (What appears to be a picture of a tiny alligator on a leaf is actually a hungry lady beetle larva busy hunting down aphids.) Check out on-line resources and garden books for pictures of all the life stages of the helpful insects you’d like to welcome in your garden.
Attracting beneficials
Nuzzi-St. Claire: • 1/8 ounce citronella oil (72 drops) • 36 drops lavender oil • 18 drops lemon eucalyptus oil • 18 drops tea tree oil • 18 drops jojoba oil Better Bug Management Based Oil Concentrate* Do not use this blend undiluted on your skin. Follow these instructions for diluting: Add 4 ounces of jojoba or almond oil to the base oil mixture and blend thoroughly. Insect Repellent Oil Insect Repellent Spray Add 4 ounces of vodka to the base oil mixture, pour into a spray bottle, and shake before using.
It’s important to be mindful of what we’re slathering on our skin. This protective sheath is the largest organ of the body and readily absorbs what it’s exposed to. We all want protection against critters but when you consider the longterm implications of exposure to the chemical cocktails often found in bug repellents, you may want to explore your options.
Choosing and Making Bug Spray
The most commonly used chemical in insect repellents is DEET. While effective, high levels of exposure have been linked to negative health effects. Fortunately, we have safer options for keeping bugs at bay. Some botanical oils and extracts have been shown to be as effective as DEET in areas where insect-borne illnesses are not an issue. Cinnamon oil, Neem, from the Indian tree Azadirachta indica, and geraniol, a plant-derived compound, all provide significant protection. Other powerful protectors include citronella, peppermint oil, and lemon grass oil. Debra
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No matter where you live, you'll undoubtedly face bugs at some point during the year. What's your best defense against bug bites? It turns out that not all chemicals in insect repellent are created equal.
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Look for repellents containing the following natural ingredients make your own super effective oil or spray. Here is a natural insect repellent recipe, adapted from and courtesy of herbalist
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Food is a cornerstone of community health and wellbeing, a necessity and pleasure that we all share. Every food co-op that exists today was organized by people who shared a desire to improve their community’s access to food, whether it was a need for fresh foods in their neighborhood, a desire to buy food grown without pesticides, a place for farmers to sell local products, all of the above and more. Today, NCG represents 148 community-owned food co-ops like ours that have common goals. Collectively, we have 1.3 million members who believe we can build a strong, resilient and equitable food system together.
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Change Things
Food co-ops are community-owned grocery stores with the power to drive BIG change.
Collectivism and cooperation have been practiced by indigenous societies since before recorded history, and modern co-ops enjoy a place in history and the Civil Rights movement as a proven tool to bring communities together to self-determine their own solutions to shared challenges. At food co-ops, we say “good food brings us together.”
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We have what it takes to dream big because food co-ops are grassroots organizations that are powered by democracy. Each food co-op can grow and change as community needs change, not when investors change their minds. Anyone, and everyone, is welcome to shop at the co-op, apply for a job and join as a member. Co-ops exist to serve their members and their community — this approach is our biggest strength.
Our annual impact report reflects the values and goals of the communities we serve, both as individual food co-ops and through our national cooperative, National Co+op Grocers (NCG). If you like what you see, consider joining a food co-op near you! If you’re already a member, thank you for strengthening your community.
Good Food Brings Us Together
How big? We have a vision for our food system that prioritizes people’s wellbeing — from the fields to factories, cashiers to cooks and everyone in between. We are working towards the day when everyone can eat delicious, nutritious food produced and sold in ways that are good for people and restorative to the environment and our climate.
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Even so, we know that promotions aren’t enough to make food affordable for our community members living in cycles of poverty and food insecurity. More than 40% of food co-ops offer a needs-based discount, and co-ops work together at the federal level to advocate for increased funding for nutrition programs like SNAP, WIC and fruit and vegetable incentive programs. In addition, food co-ops donate over a million pounds of nutritious food to local food pantries each year and raise money at the registers for these valuable community partners.
Three Cheers for Co-op Careers
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Everyone deserves the best food Earth can grow. In fact, this is why food co-ops organized to form NCG. Our national co-op helps our small, local, independent co-ops achieve pricing on organic and natural products that’s comparable to much larger chains, and makes it possible to pass additional savings on to shoppers with our Co+op Basics everyday low prices and Co+op Deals sales. That’s the power of people working together!
During the pandemic, food co-op staff have demonstrated courage, kindness, selflessness and tenacity. It’s their willingness to show up and contribute that makes our shared goal of a more equitable food system possible.
Groceries by the People, for the People
Recognizing that racism and p overty, and the federal policies that perpetuate them, are root causes of food insecurity, food co-ops also work through NCG to fund organizations working towards long-term systemic change.
Food co-op staff come from all walks of life but share a love of community. Our staff are empowered to go the extra mile to make your day, solve problems and have fun doing it because we’re all in this together. Every worker deserves a livable wage, healthcare benefits and the sense of security that comes from building retirement savings. As independent businesses in a competitive industry, food co-ops are working to achieve these goals for our staff. We are making steady progress towards making it a reality — today 58% of food coops can pay all staff a livable wage* and we won’t stop until we reach 100%.
Currently, 95% of food co-ops are consensually and securely tracking demographic information for their staff, and 76% track demographics for their leadership, with a goal to reflect our communities at all levels. NCG offers education, training, discussion and support to empower food co-ops to make institutional changes towards full participation and shared power among diverse groups in our communities in determining mission, structure, policies and practices.
Healing Racial Divides in Our Communities
Fresh Food from Farms Near You
The local folks who grow, produce, harvest, process and transport our food are also essential members of our communities, and food co-ops are proud to partner with them to build a strong, resilient local food system.
Food co-ops have cultivated relationships with local farmers and producers for decades, even when it wasn’t trendy, cost effective or convenient to do so. Locally grown and produced food increases our connection to each other and the land we all live on and builds a bridge between rural and city communities, which is needed now more than ever. Through NCG, food coops support federal policies to help small, regional farms and farmers thrive.
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Through N CG, food co-ops invest in organizations led by people of the global majority working towards a more just and equitable food system, as well as racial equity initiatives by historically white-led organizations within the food system.
Food co-ops have established an inclusive trade program to promote products from certified diverse-owned companies that are at least 51% owned by women, a person or people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, veterans and those who are differently able. Now in its first year, we look forward to sharing this program’s impact in years to come.
Food co-ops also work together to fund the National Farm to School Network, bringing the benefits of locally grown food into public schools in all 50 states and U.S. territories and expanding the market for local farmers and producers, as well.
We are proud to be the best place in town to find products that prioritize social and environmental benefits. Building an inclusive economy that works for everyone means changing business as usual — these labels can be found on products from companies doing just that! Building an inclusive economy that works for everyone means changing business as usual — these labels can be found on products from companies doing just that!
Products That Build an Inclusive Economy
Our country’s food system was built upon stolen land and depends on the labor of people of color earning low wages while working in vulnerable conditions. We recognize that racial equity is urgent and long overdue.
One Planet, We Are All Connected
Food Co-ops: The OGs of Organic
Food co-ops have a special place in our hearts for organic food. Many food co-op communities worked to get Congress to pass the original legislation that established a national organic certification program at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in 1990. Food co-ops continue to advocate for strong organic standards to this day.
USDA Organic Certification is the gold standard of food labels because it speaks to so many issues people care about today, including protection of our air, water and soil. Organic farming has been shown to sequester carbon from the atmosphere, slow global warming, and protect and foster biodiversity, including the essential pollinators we need to grow food. Organic certification does not permit the use of toxic, persistent chemicals that are detrimental to human, animal and environmental health, nor does it permit the use of bioengineering (GMOs). Organic also includes standards for animal Throughwelfare.NCG, food co-ops are championing and supporting racial equity work within the organic industry.
At food co-ops we believe that a healthy environment is a prerequisite for healthy people and a sustainable, resilient food system. We work together to measure, manage and report on our environmental impact. For grocers, it’s especially important that we find alternatives to traditional refrigeration methods that are particularly harmful to the atmosphere.
Each year, food co-ops offset the carbon emissions generated by business travel and office utilities for our national cooperative, NCG, by planting fast-growing tropical trees in South American rainforest's. To date, we’ve planted and/or protected nearly 2 million trees in Peru, and in 2021, we began contributing to rain forest reforestation efforts in the Mato Grosso region of Brazil. This program helps us achieve long-term, verifiable carbon sequestration because we work in mutually beneficial relationships with farmers and scientists on the ground. Co+op Forest generates ecosystem benefits and income for the communities with whom we partner, while protecting the one world we all share.
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Benefits of
Seeds are found in cuisines around the globe. They stand alone as snacks and add umami and a satisfying crunch to salads, soups and desserts. Seeds can be ground into flour to thicken soups and stews or used to replace flour in baked goods. Each seed offers unique flavor and characteristics. Here are some highlights of a few mighty seeds:
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Seeds are an amazing food. Each seed contains the potential to sprout and grow into a plant—a plant that will mature and produce more seeds, which will sprout, mature and make more seeds. Every time we eat a seed, we are consuming the potential—all the protein, vitamins, minerals, enzymes—needed to grow an entire plant and all its future seeds. As Joey Lawrence from the 90's sitcom Blossom would say, “Whoa.”
Hemp seeds are a complete protein, which is rare in the plant kingdom. Unlike flax, you don’t need to grind hemp seeds to enjoy the benefits. Hemp seeds have a creamy texture and a mild, nutty flavor that complements grains, salads and meats. Sprinkle hemp on top of spaghetti in replacement of Parmesan cheese or substitute hemp seeds for pine nuts in pesto. Hemp seeds are also a delicious addition to grain salads, like tabouli. Store them whole in the refrigerator to preserve the GLA.
The texture of chia is unique. When soaked in liquid, the seeds develop a jelly-like coating that makes a thick mixture which can be used as a nutritious replacement for cornstarch or arrowroot powder in baking and puddings. Chia are composed of soluble fibers that enhance satiety and feed the beneficial bacteria in your digestive tract. My favorite way to eat chia is in pudding form—add 5-6 tablespoons to a can of warmed coconut milk. You can customize the flavor with cocoa powder, coconut flakes, pureed bananas or berries, and sweeten to taste with maple syrup or honey. Keep a toothpick handy—these seeds have an affinity for the space between teeth.
Also known as pumpkin seeds, pepitas have a lot of potential health benefits. Like soybeans, they are a rich source of phytoestrogens, which have been shown to promote heart health and possibly prevent some types of cancer. Pepitas are also the best plant source of zinc, an essential mineral used in the immune system and especially beneficial for men’s health. Make your own pepitas by tossing cleaned seeds from pumpkins and other edible winter squashes in oil and roasting at 400°F for about 20 minutes. Toss a handful on roasted root vegetables…or right in your mouth!
These crunchy little seeds are one of the oldest condiments. Mixed with sea salt to make Japanese gomasio or roasted and ground into a Middle Eastern staple, tahini, sesame has found a home in cuisines around the world. The seeds are rich in the anti-inflammatory mineral, copper, and contain a unique chemical called sesamin which protects the brain and liver from oxidative damage. The oil in these seeds is susceptible to rancidity so store them whole in the fridge to add to stir-fried veggies, sautéed kale or other leafy greens
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Sunflower seeds
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Quinoa is a seed although it is often referred to as a grain. It was first cultivated in the harsh conditions of the Andes Mountains where it remains a staple of Peruvian and Bolivian cuisine. Quinoa is a nutritional powerhouse, packing high-quality plant protein, B vitamins, essential minerals and antioxidants like vitamin E that combat "free radicals" or the environmental and dietary pollutants that cause cell damage. Add a handful or two of rinsed quinoa to bothy soups in the last 20 minutes of cooking to add nutty texture. Quinoa also makes a hearty and delicious breakfast cereal when cooked in coconut milk and topped with dried fruit and other seeds, like chia, hemp and sesame.
When you root for the home team, you’re not just celebrating sunflower seeds as a fantastic baseball snack, but as a plant native to North America. Sunflowers were cultivated by American Indians in the southwest even before corn. They used the seeds for food, dye and medicinally to treat snake bites. Like olives, sunflower seeds contain oleic acids, a mono-unsaturated fat that lowers cholesterol. Sunflower seeds also contain tryptophan, the amino acid required to synthesize serotonin. Try raw sunflower butter as an allergy-free, B vitamin-rich replacement for peanut butter on crackers and apple slices.
Flax are also high in fiber, which helps prevent "sugar crashes," among other benefits. Flax, along with hemp and chia, contains alpha-linolenic acid, (ALA) an omega-3 fat that may help prevent age-related diseases. Omega-3 oils are very fragile and can go rancid quickly after being exposed to air and heat. Store whole flax seeds in the fridge and grind as needed to add to breakfast cereal, yogurt, smoothies, or baked goods.
Chia is Mayan for strength. Ancient Mayans consumed chia seeds to provide lasting energy on long journeys. They are a complete protein, high in fiber, omega-3 fat and antioxidants.
Despite millet’s fine nutritional and culinary profile, we are more familiar with it as birdseed in the U.S. In parts of India, Asia and Africa this drought-resistant, prolific crop is a culinary staple. It grows quickly and reliably, stores easily and is high in protein and B vitamins. It’s also alkaline in nature, making it very easy to digest. Like quinoa, millet is a seed grain. Creamy and nutty, it makes a naturally glutenfree substitute for couscous and pairs wonderfully with Mediterranean flavors like artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs.
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A Gift With a StoryThat Keep on Giving
Maybe this is the year your best friend went all KonMari and is aggressively decluttering, or you drew the mysterious office introvert in your company’s gift exchange, or you’re stumped about what to get the millennial in your life. Everyone struggles with finding the perfect gift from time to time but your food co-op can help!
While most people appreciate a food gift, everyone enjoys a good story. When you buy fair trade certified products, you get both! Great food that has an inspiring story you can share with the lucky recipient.
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Why are fair trade stories inspiring? Because fair trade empowers people to improve their lives in ways that are meaningful and long-lasting, especially in circumstances where opportunity is scarce. Fair trade standards go beyond ensuring farmers get a fair and consistent price for their crops and safe working conditions. A percentage of a fair trade certified product’s sales also go into a shared account that farmers collectively decide how to spend, often funding community development projects like building schools or clinics in their communities.Foodco-ops are proud to carry a great selection of fair trade products with inspiring stories from around the world—here are a few suggestions for products with stories that will resonate with different people on your list.
Entrepreneurs
Fair trade is a self-help mechanism, not a handout. Fair trade puts protections in place to make sure that hard work is rewarded so farmers are able to improve their lives and communities. Fair trade coffee is a great choice for people who appreciate hard work and an entrepreneurial spirit—coffee is a labor intensive crop and primarily produced by small family farmers.
Many fair trade products are made by female worker co-ops that empower women with financial independence and options in life. In addition, some companies use their profits in ways that benefit women and girls in their communities. Look specifically for lotions, soaps and haircare products for men and women made with fair trade shea and cocoa butters.
Caregiver or Teacher
Homemade, Do-It-Yourself Types
For a great story about environmental impact, you can’t go wrong with fair trade yerba mate from South America. The leading fair trade brand of yerba mate uses regenerative agriculture methods that offset more than 100% of the carbon it takes to produce, ship and distribute the beverage worldwide. It’s also nutritious, stimulating and tasty.
Gender Equality Activists
Giving homemade baked goods is always welcome and it’s easy to incorporate fair trade certified products into your recipes and share the story. Look for baking staples like fair trade sugar, chocolate chips, shortening, cinnamon and vanilla. Fair trade molasses makes these gingerbread cookies and cupcakes shine, while fair trade cocoa is a must in this traditional yule log cake. Enjoy the salted caramel trend with these salted toffee chocolate bar, topped off with fair trade pecans. Fair trade holiday baking—now that’s pretty sweet!
In some parts of the world, lack of access to healthcare is the leading cause of mortality. This is why building clinics and hospitals is a common desire for fair trade farmers. Give a gift of fair trade olive oil and red wine (where available) for a heart-healthy choice that also helps this Argentina cooperative build a clinic.
Environmentalist, Nature Lover
Animal Lover
Parents, teachers, anyone working with children on a regular basis is likely to appreciate fair trade chocolate truffles, candy bars and cocoa because they are among the only chocolate producers who can guarantee chocolate that has been produced without unpaid child labor. Fair trade protects human rights and helps kids stay in school.
Fair trade palm oil producers are growing sustainable tropical rainforest's to replace those destroyed by industrial palm oil farming, preserving habitats for endangered animal species like the Sumatran orangutan, elephant, rhino and tiger. You can give a gift of fair trade palm oil for cooking at home (it’s tasty!) or look for soaps, lotions, lip balms and chocolates that use it as an ingredient.
Doctor, Nurse, Healthcare
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2 Tablespoons Honey
In a saucepan, bring the berries, sugar, honey and water to a boil. Simmer for a few minutes to dissolve the sugar, remove from heat, and pulse in a food processor until just chunky. Place the mixture into a small bowl and cool it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes. Whisk or fold the yogurt and lemon juice into the berry mixture until thoroughly combined. Pour the mixture into molds (see Tips & Notes) and freeze for at least 5 hours. Run molds under hot water to release the ice pops.
11/2 Cups Plain, Nonfat Greek Yogurt or Non Greek Yogurt
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TIPS & NOTES
If you can't find molds, use paper cups and wooden paddles or sticks.
2 Cups Fresh Berries, Washed and Chopped (Use a Single Kind or a Variety)
PREPARATION
1 Teaspoon Lemon Juice
Great for Kids
1/4 Cup Sugar
Freeze the ice pop mixture in ice cube trays, and serve two or three in a tall glass of ginger ale for a fun summer cooler. For a non-dairy version, substitute soy yogurt or coconut milk yogurt for the Greek yogurt.
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1/4 Cup Water
79 calories, 0 g. fat, 0 mg. cholesterol, 18 mg. sodium, 16 g. carbohydrate, 1 g. fiber, 5 g. protein
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a green smoothie that convinced me. Spinach, mixed with antioxidant-rich berries and a frozen banana, tasted just like a delicious milkshake! Overnight, a smoothie for breakfast became a part of my routine.
Tip: freeze ve ry ripe bananas for your smoothies. Peel them, break them into chunks and store them in a freezer bag or container
When I was growing up, the blender was for making milkshakes. My mom might have had some other uses for it, but to me, it was the magical machine that made creamy, frosty milkshakes. Maybe that's why Mom didn't use it much. Just putting it on the counter created a hopeful crowd of kids, milling around like cats who hear a can Thatopener.pleasurable association may be why I fell so completely for smoothies. I wasn't an early adopter. Unlike my mom, I got a blender and used it for pureed soups, salad dressings and tofu cheesecake recipes. There were some memorable experiments with piña coladas and margaritas in there, too.
Then, suddenly, smoothies were everywhere. This hippie drink, a new version of the kinds of fruity drinks made in tropical countries for years, was christened "smoothie" in the 1960's. The smoothie grew to include healthy add-ins, boosting it from a snack, to a meal, and began to inch into the healthy mainstream. Your co-op might well have helped bring the smoothie to your town. Sometime in the early 2000's, entire books were dedicated to the smoothie. Coffee shops and healthy restaurants started offering them. Beautiful people made them on
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By: Robin Asbell
If you are new to making smoothies, there are a few practical things to know. One is about building your smoothie in the blender. I have a high-powered blender, so I can buzz through most anything. But even in a standard blender, you can easily make smoothies with frozen fruit and whatever your heart desires, as long as you load them
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put the hard chunks, like frozen fruit, in first, and any leafy greens in with them. Add any powdery ingredients next, and then pour the wet ingredients in last, making sure that they make it down the sides, too. The order is important, just to keep you from having to scrape down and re-blend more than necessary. If you put in powder first, it clumps under the blade. If you put spinach on top, it floats around the top and doesn't get pureed until you push it down with a spatula.
Here’s a basic recipe to use as a starting point. Amounts are approximations and may vary depending on your combinations.
Flax seeds are packed with Omega 3 fats, cholesterol lowering fiber as well as plant estrogens. 1 tablespoon: 55 calories, 4 g fat, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein, 3% calcium, 3% iron, 2338 mg Omega 3, 606 mg Omega 6
Just remember, start small. The Dark Cherry Smoothie is a creamy and delicious treat, and has enough flavor to carry a couple of tablespoons of chia or hemp, or a couple of cups of Ifspinach.youstart throwing in too many addins, you can end up with something that might be amazingly healthy, but with a flavor that leaves something to be desired.
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With blender loading mastered, it's time for the fun to begin. Want a pure fruit drink to make you feel like you are on the beach? Puree mangoes and papayas, and add some coconut milk or coconut water. Looking for a post-workout muscle builder? Pick a smoothie with protein in it, like the tofu (Mixed Berry and Oat Smoothie with Granola) or nut butter (Creamy Cocoa Banana Smoothie) enhanced Checkrecipes.out these sensational smoothies as starting points. Each one is completely delicious and simple. Depending on your goals and the time of day, you might want to play with some add-ins (see the list of suggestion, below).
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2. 1/2 cup frozen banana or cooked sweet potato
Chia is an ancient "super food" eaten by Aztec warriors. Adding Chia adds healthy Omega 3 fats, protein, fiber, calcium, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus. 1 ounce: 137 calories, 11 g fiber, 4 g protein, 18% calcium
5. Ice (optional)
As you add dry ingredients, you will need more liquids. So, if you put in a scoop of protein powder or a few tablespoons of oats, add a splash of your milk of choice, juice, or even a few ice cubes. So get that blender out on the counter, and start enjoying the meal that eats like a shake.
4. Nutritional add-ins (optional)
3. 1 1/2 cups other fruits and/or vegetables, chopped, fresh or frozen: bananas, berries, stone fruits, leafy greens (spinach, kale), carrots, etc.
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1. 1 1/2 cups liquid: fruit juice, milk (dairy, almond, soy, coconut, hemp, etc.), yogurt
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Nutritional yeast is a vegan form of B12, and very high in protein. It also adds a "dairy-like" flavor to foods. 2 tablespoons: 45 calories, 5 g carbohydrates, 4 g fiber, 8 g protein, 4 % iron, 130% B12, 480% B6, 280% niacin, 570% riboflavin, , 640% thiamin
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Spinach ranks high in nutritional value in the vegetable world and is high antioxidants. 2 cups: 14 calories, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein, 112% vitamin A, 28% vitamin C, 6% calcium, 10% iron
Oats are a whole grain fiber containing iron, fiber, magnesium and B vitamins. 1/4 cup: 77 calories, 1 g fat, 14 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein, 1% calcium, 5% iron
About 20-30 g protein per serving, depending on the type.
Hemp seeds are very concentrated sources of protein, with Omega 3 and Omega 6 fats, fiber and antioxidants. 3 tablespoons: 170 calories, 14 g fat, 1 g fiber, 11 g protein, 15% iron, 50% magnesium, 50% phosphorus, 25% Zinc 7.5 g Omega 6 LA, 3 g Omega 3 ALA
Matcha is a potent form of green tea, which contains caffeine and antioxidants in abundance.
Protein powdersProtein powders
Matcha powderMatcha powder
Nut butters add protein, healthy fats and fiber, and have been found to promote satiety, keeping you full longer after meals. Try other nut butters, too. 2 tablespoons: 188 calories, 16 g fat, 7 g fiber, 8 g protein, 1% calcium, 3% iron.
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Spirulina is a microscopic algae, very concentrated with protein, chlorophyll, iron, B vitamins and antioxidants. 1 tablespoon: 20 calories, 4 g protein, 1% vitamin A, 1% calcium, 1% vitamin C, 11% iron
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Accompany all of this bounty with some freshly baked bread and a Mediterranean dip-like hummus and you have a gorgeous tribute to the season!
1. Combine the olive oil, basil, citrus juice and the sea salt and pepper in a bowl. Toss the vegetables in this mixture to coat well. Add a little extra olive oil if you need it.
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2. Preheat a gas grill to high or build a bed of hot coals. Grill the vegetables, turning once or twice, until grill marks appear and the color pops. Don’t overcook them, as they will continue to cook slightly after you have removed them from the grill. Arrange the vegetables on a platter and serve with any of the additional items below. Garnish with wedges of lemon and whole sprigs of basil.
PREPARATION
1 Small Organic Zucchini, Sliced 1/2-inch Thick
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3. Refrigerate the shrimp for 30 minutes to one hour.
1 Teaspoon Lemon Zest
1/2 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 Clove Garlic, Pressed
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
210 calories, 2.5 g. fat, 365 mg. cholesterol, 300 mg. sodium, 0 g. carbohydrate, 0 g. fiber, 46 g. protein
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INGREDIENTS
2 Tablespoons Fresh Parsley
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
1. Skewer the shrimp, four shrimp per skewer, and place in a baking pan or similar container.
2. In a cup, whisk the olive oil, orange zest, lemon zest, orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, parsley, salt and pepper. Pour the marinade over the shrimp and turn to coat.
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4. Preheat the grill. Pour a tablespoon of vegetable oil into a cup, then use a wadded paper towel, held with tongs, to oil the grate. As you take each skewer out of the marinade, let it drip for a few seconds, then place on the oiled grate. Discard the marinade. Cook for about two minutes per side, until the shrimp is browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and serve.
2 Pounds Extra-Large Shrimp, Peeled and De-veined, Patted Dry
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2 Teaspoons Orange Zest
1 Teaspoon Minced Ginger
PREPARATION
2 Cups All-Purpose Flour 1/4 Cup Sugar
1/2 cup Crushed Strawberries
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
1 Cup Chopped Fresh Strawberries
SAUCE
1 Tablespoon Sugar
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1/3 Cup Butter, Melted
PREPARATION
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Combine the eggs, milk, sour cream and butter. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in strawberries.
INGREDIENTS
4. For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine the strawberries, jam and water; heat through. Spread cream cheese mixture over pancakes; top with sauce. (Refrigerate remaining sauce for another use.)
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6 Onces Cream Cheese, Softened
1. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; stir in strawberries. Chill until serving.
4 Teaspoons Baking Powder
355 calories, 18 g. fat, 96 mg. cholesterol, 413 mg. sodium, 35 g. carbohydrate, 2 g. fiber, 8 g. protein
2 Large Eggs, Room Temperature 11/2 Cups 2% Milk
1 Cup Sour Cream
3 Cups Crushed Strawberries
1/4 Cup Seedless Strawberry Jam 1/4 Cup Water
3. Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top. Cook until the second side is golden brown.
PANCAKES
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Cheesecake Pancake
1 tablespoon honey
PREPARATION
SERVING
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 cups buttermilk
1. Trim the chicken breasts and place on a cutting board. Cover chicken with a sheet of waxed paper and use a meat mallet or small saucepan to pound to an even 3/4 inches thick. Place in a gallon zip-top bag. In a bowl or cup, stir together the buttermilk, smoked paprika and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then pour over the chicken in the bag. Seal the top and massage or shake the bag to coat the chicken with the spice mixture. Refrigerate for 4 to 12 hours.
5. Serve chicken breasts with a drizzle of hot spicy butter, or serve the sauce on the side. SUGGESTION
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2. Remove the chicken from the marinade; drain off and discard excess liquid, then place the chicken on a plate.
3. Heat the grill to high. Use tongs and paper towels to rub vegetable oil on the grate. Place the chicken pieces on the grill and cook for about 4 minutes per side, until the chicken reaches 165°F. on an instant-read thermometer. Move to a clean plate and allow to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Grill up red and green bell pepper strips along with the chicken for an easy and colorful side. Serve with cornbread and a tall glass of iced tea or lemonade for a summertime feast.
2 tablespoons Tabasco or other hot sauce
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION 320 calories, 17 g. fat, 125 mg. cholesterol, 290 mg. sodium, 6 g. carbohydrate, 0 g. fiber, 32 g. protein recipe brought to you by: www.grocery.coop 20 min 320 cal 4 serve THE HEALTHY ALTERNATIVE | 25
INGREDIENTS
1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon plus 1 pinch salt,
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4. For the sauce: Melt the butter in a small pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and stir for a few seconds, just until fragrant. Stir in the tabasco, honey and a pinch of salt until dissolved. Keep warm until ready to serve.
GRILLED HOT CHICKEN
1 clove garlic, pressed
vegetables just happen to be perfect for grilling: zucchini, eggplant and bell peppers are naturally tender and become even sweeter on the grill. Slice these vegetables about 1/4-inch thick and toss them in an easy marinade for 30 minutes (or better yet, overnight) before grilling for a few minutes per side.
By: Tara Duggan
The Fruit & Veggie Grilling Guide
peaches, apricots, nectarines, and figs are delicious grilled. Cut fruit in half and remove any pits, then coat lightly with oil. For a sweet-savory side dish to grilled pork, chicken, or lamb, sprinkle on a little salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar, then grill for a few minutes per side. And for dessert, dust with brown sugar, then place the halves on a clean part of the grill for a few minutes per side before serving with ice cream or pound cake (or both).
While most people associate outdoor grilling with burgers, hot dogs, and steaks, the grill imparts big flavors to fruits and veggies too. A wide array of produce paired with spice rubs, marinades and sauces galore will keep your patio table overflowing with delicious additions to your grilling
A simple combination of wine vinegar, olive oil, chopped garlic and herbs, and salt and pepper are all you need for a tasty marinade. This easy mix will turn grilled vegetables into Italian antipasti to serve with bread, olives, and cheese. Or change the blend to vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chopped garlic and ginger for Asian-flavored vegetables that are delicious with rice. Store-bought dressings with a vinegar base make wonderful marinades as well.Summertime
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Some Grilling Tips
Cut vegetables into the largest possible pieces to prevent them from falling through the grill grate and avoid extra time spent flipping more pieces. For example, cut zucchini in slices along the length of the vegetable, rather than slicing into small rounds.
Corn doesn’t always cook through on the grill. Blanch it in boiling water for a few minutes, then grill for 5 to 10 minutes to finish cooking and add smoky flavor.
Be sure to oil your grill thoroughly—fruits and vegetables are high in natural sugars, which means they can easily burn and stick to the grill. Before you begin cooking, clean the grill well, preheat it, and then use several layers of paper towel dipped in vegetable oil to grease it.
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• Use moderate heat (not high); if it’s a charcoal grill, move the charcoal to one side and grill your fruits and veggies on the other side, over indirect heat
From small to large, pumpkins are loved no matter which size. Plant these fun vegetables in the late summer for a fall crop. We recommend planting some for carving and some small ones for the best results in baking.
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Beans are one of the easiest plants to grow from seed, and they are the perfect plant to observe the growth cycle of a plant. Whether you choose a bush or a vining variety, beans will grow quickly and easily once the warm weather is here to stay. As an added bonus, “eat your beans” becomes much more fun when you grow them yourself!
Get your garden going early in the season with sugar snap peas. These crispy vegetables will be one of the first ready to harvest in very early spring. The sweet tasting peas can be eaten straight off the vine, and the hulls are tender and sweet.
The quickest maturing of the cole crops, radishes are ready to be harvested about 30 days from the time you plant your seeds. Kids are often delighted and amazed at the difference between the radish seed and the fruit it produces. They may or may not enjoy eating the peppery vegetable raw, but they will love the experience.
This cool and crunchy vegetable is a great addition to a kid’s garden. Given a support, cucumbers are a very easy vine to grow from seed. They generally take 50-70 days from planting to production, but they are well worth the wait. Be aware the cucumbers hate frost, so plant seeds once all danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed up. If you’d like to get a get a head start on your garden, cucumbers are a wonderful plant for children to start indoors up to 3 weeks before planting outside.
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Creating a love and knowledge of gardening is a wonderful thing to cultivate in children. Kids love growing food, especially when they see results quickly and easily. These vegetables are our top choices to encourage gardening with children. They are easy to grow from seed, which means a quick and cheap
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to Health and Happiness! Join Karina Phoenix Fireheart each month on the topic of self-care that can improve your overall health and wellbeing. INTRO TO AYURVEDA: This class will introduce participants to the basic principles of the 5,000-year-old healing system of Ayurveda. We’ll also cover yoga, meditation, and learn about the three primary mind-body types (Doshas) and, if desired, participants will take a short test to determine theirs. MEDITATION & ENERGY HEALING: Relaxation, healing and inner peace. A brief meditation followed by a mini-energy healing session using the most advanced healing art form available today. Pranic Healing Cost: Complimentary REVESSENTIALS NUTRITIONAL SEMINAR: Losing weight and improving your lifestyle can be easy with simple, daily practices done often. With our monthly seminars you will: • Develop skills through intentional practices • Learn how to shop for food • Manage daily stressors • Control cravings and indulgences • Set realistic expectations and goals to make losing weight and keeping it off easy! SUPPORT GROUPS TRANSGENDER ALLIANCE: Join Pensacola’s transgender community & find fellowship among fellow transgender individuals. Cost: complimentary. LEAPS: (Love, Encouragement, and Postpartum Support): A self-care support group focused on helping moms connect and engage in activities that promote balance, stress management, and overall wellness. Pre-crawling babies welcome. Cost: complimentary. SPONDYLITIS SUPPORT GROUP: This support group aims to help people with various types of Spondylitis to come together and help encourage one another to stay positive despite the hard ships that we have or may face. MOM’S MEET UP: Empowering Mothers through community and knowledge First Thursday of each month Cost: complimentary KIDS
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ECUA RECYCLING: Jim Roberts, Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) public information officer, will create public awareness & provide instruction on recommended environmental strategies. Cost: complimentary.
All Asanas (yoga poses) will be taught in such a way that encourages progression. The emphasis for this class is the development and improvement of yoga skill and knowledge for each participant.
FLOW YOGA W/ TINA: Funky Flow is a creative hour with fun postures and music, combining yin and yang postures. Please wear comfortable clothing. All you need is yourself, a mat and an open mind. Cost: complimentary.
CLASSES Ingle. Learn how to optimize your everyday meals and how nutrition plays a big role in your health and wellness. Cost $5.00 COOKING WITH BAPTIST CANCER FREE KITCHEN: Join Taylor Brown, RD, LDN with Baptist Cancer Institute as she prepares healthy healing recipes Cost $5.00
AT EVER’MAN STORY SPROUTS: Children ages 3-5 are invited to do arts & crafts, make a snack and have story time. The classes are always creative and have an organic, environmental and local twist. Cost: Complimentary. GROVE WITH ME: Groove with Me, a musical playdate! Come move and groove with Neighborhood Children's Theatre in this class designed for toddlers and their caregivers. Toddlers will develop coordination, body awareness, and fine and gross motor skills in this fun music and movement class. Designed for ages 1-3 but older siblings are also welcome! EVER’MAN COOKS! SHOPPING THE CO-OP W/ LAURALEE: Learn to shop the co-op for value. Cooking demonstration & sampling event using current Co+op Deals, coupons, & recipes. Discover your next favorite Ever’man product! Cost: $5.00 JOYFULLY PLANTED :PLANT BASED WHOLEFOOD LIFESTYLE W/ JOY: When you base your meals on plant foods, you’re packing your diet with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. Cost $5.00 VEG OUT With LAURA LEE: Join LauraLee for delicious and nutritious Plant Power Based Recipes Cost: $5.00 WHAT IS COOKING WITH BAPTIST: Join us for a cooking class with clinical dietitian, Ashley
NATURAL HEALING STUDY GROUP: Group study about all illnesses, with a frequent emphasis on Cancer Prevention & Reversal. Presentations are done with DVDs or by Local Practitioners for the purpose of education. Cost: complimentary.
OPEN YOGA W/ DOMINIQUE: This class is for all levels of yoga practitioners.
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Have you heard about the Co+op Kids Explorer Program at Ever’man? This program invites kids to open their imagination to the world of co-ops and fresh foods. Ever’man offers kids a healthy fresh fruit snack while they're shopping with their parents in our store. Also there is a fun membership card, temporary tattoos, a big shiny sticker, coloring pages and a Co+op Explorers Fruit and Veggies Passport! For more information, email education@everman.org
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