Tuesday, August 18, 2026
By By: NCG's Co+op Kitchen - grocery.coop

Make breakfast once, then freeze it so you can effortlessly reheat on those busy mornings. These simple sandwiches have enough protein to carry you through to lunch, and the spinach gives you a little veggie goodness, too.

Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon, pork, turkey or plant-based
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (only if using plant-based bacon)
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
  • 6 English muffins or sandwich thins
  • 6 slices cheddar cheese

Preparation

  • In a large saute pan over medium heat, place the bacon and fry until crisp, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. If using plant-based bacon, fry in olive oil until crisp. Place on a paper towel-lined plate to cool.
  • Pour off the bacon fat, leaving enough to coat the pan. In a medium bowl, lightly whisk the eggs, salt and pepper. Place the pan over medium heat and pour in the eggs. Scramble until almost cooked, about 3 minutes, then stir in the spinach. Cook until the eggs are cooked but still soft, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool.
  • Place the 6 English muffins or sandwich thins on a cutting board and remove tops. Place cheese slices on the bottom slices, then scoop ½ cup of the scrambled eggs on top. Break each bacon slice in pieces and put on top of the eggs. Top with bread.
  • Wrap tightly in waxed paper, then freeze for up to two months. To reheat, place frozen sandwich on a paper towel and microwave for 2½ to 3 minutes.

Nutritional Information

400 calories, 21 g. fat, 400 mg. cholesterol, 760 mg. sodium, 27 g. carbohydrate, 2 g. fiber, 24 g. protein

 
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
By By: NCG's Co+op Kitchen - grocery.coop

Add some Greek flair to your next picnic, or just make this easy salad for a light weeknight meal. White beans and feta cheese provide protein, and cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers make for a delicious vegetarian main course.

Total Time: 25 minutes | Servings: 4-6

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces farfalle pasta, about 3½ cups
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, coarsely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, chopped
  • 1 (15-ounce) can navy beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Preparation

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat, then cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain well.
  • In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper and whisk to mix well. Add the drained, still warm pasta and toss to coat while you prepare the vegetables.
  • Add the tomatoes, cucumber, navy beans, olives, pepper, red onion and feta and toss to mix.

Nutritional Information

650 calories, 36 g. fat, 65 mg. cholesterol, 800 mg. sodium, 64 g. carbohydrate, 10 g. fiber, 19 g. protein

 
Monday, August 03, 2026
By By: NCG's Co+op Kitchen - grocery.coop

Fasolia is how cooks from the Middle East, Greece, Egypt and Ethiopia turn a harvest of fresh green beans and tomatoes into a savory side dish with a hint of garlic and ginger. There are countless variations! You’ll find that it is a versatile side that plays well with just about anything.

Total Time: 25 minutes; 15 active minutes | Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 pound green beans, trimmed
  • 2 large carrots, thinly sliced
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

  • Place a large saute pan over medium-high heat and drizzle in the oil. Add the onion and stir. When it starts to sizzle, reduce the heat to medium low and stir frequently until soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and keep stirring until the paste is a shade darker, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the green beans, carrots, tomatoes, ginger, garlic and salt and stir. Cover the pan and raise to medium, then cook for ten minutes.
  • When the carrots are tender, taste for salt and serve.

Serving Suggestion

Serve as a side dish with Mediterranean or Middle Eastern-inspired main dishes.

Nutritional Information

140 calories, 6 g. fat, 0 mg. cholesterol, 300 mg. sodium, 23 g. carbohydrate, 6 g. fiber, 4 g. protein

 
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
By Drew Dix, Board President

Greetings, fellow cooperators

At our regular monthly board meeting last night, we held our annual elections, and I'm thrilled to announce the new board leadership team for the coming year:

President- Lisa Hinton
Co-Vice Presidents- Khaila Daye, Andrea Davidson
Secretary- Ambrose Kee
Treasurer- Debra Smith-El
Asst Treasurer- Cecilia Allen

Please join me in congratulating each of the new (or continuing) officers! I'd also like to recognize new at-large board member Michael Rubin, stepping in to complete the term of the recently resigned Mollie Blafer. Welcome Michael (and we'll miss you Mollie)!

It's been my extreme pleasure to function as board president this past term. I'm looking very much forward to remaining on the board as an at-large member to support the new team and continue the mission of Deep Roots Market. We have a very special place- thank you for your continued support and for remaining united to meet the common economic, social, and cultural needs of our community.

Sincerely,
Drew Dix

 
Monday, July 27, 2026
By By: NCG's Co+op Kitchen - grocery.coop

For a quick weeknight meal, try this Asian-inspired skillet, where quick-cooking ground turkey simmers in lime, soy and honey.

Total Time: 30 active minutes | Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 8 ounces snap peas, trimmed
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • Cooked rice

Preparation

  • In a cup, stir the lime juice, soy sauce and honey and reserve.
  • Place a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Drizzle with canola oil and add the onions. Stir until the onions start to soften, then reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 5 minutes, until golden and lightly browned in spots.
  • Raise the heat to medium-high. Add the garlic and stir for a minute, then crumble in the ground turkey and add the pepper flakes. Stir, breaking up the meat as it cooks, for about 5 minutes.
  • When the turkey is browned, pour the lime juice mixture over the pan and stir. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened.
  • Sprinkle the peas over the meat and cover the pan to steam them for 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle with mint and peanuts and serve over rice.

Serving Suggestion

For an alternative to rice, serve over butter lettuce leaves!

Nutritional Information

370 calories, 21 g. fat, 85 mg. cholesterol, 600 mg. sodium, 20 g. carbohydrate, 3 g. fiber, 26 g. protein