A slow cooker is a great way to spend less time in the kitchen while still preparing hearty, nutritious meals the whole family will love. This recipe is simple and affordable, thanks to the Co-op’s everyday low-priced Co-op’s Basic grocery staples, and our bulk department where you can always get as little or as much of any ingredient as you need.

Make your own homemade cocoa-hazelnut spread! Smooth, creamy, and oh-so indulgent. The family is sure to love it.

This British classic with twist of southern carm is perfect for a tasty light treat for the kids.

No complaints of “too spicy!” with these crowd-pleasing curry dinners.

The Tater Tot. It’s hard to resist these crunchy golden-brown potato morsels piled high in a basket, or nestled on a plate accompanying our favorite burger or sandwich. For many of us, “Tater Tot” and “comfort food” go hand-in-hand. It’s ingrained in our culture—at least from a food perspective!

Starting the day with thoughtful calories can put anyone, especially young people, on the right track for school, sports, activities and mood.

When the weather gets cold and the rains start, what’s better than the warmth of the oven, the rich aroma of fresh-baked treats, and the simple pleasures of being indoors. Find everything you need at the Co-op for these tasty muffins.

From trick-or-treating to candy canes, the holiday season is packed with sugary temptations. While these treats are a fun part of celebrating, aim for tooth-friendlier treats like these:

If you like traditional potatoes, try incorporating their tasty, tuber cousin into your cooking — sweet potatoes! These kid-pleasing dishes are rich in fiber, carbs and vitamins. A few easy ways to try them:

Kids can learn so much in the kitchen, from math and vocabulary, to science and fine motor skills. Let them have a go at these fun recipes.

Cheesy chive muffins, Autumn morning muffins and Golden cornbread muffins

Take your mocktails to a fun and functional new level with extracts from Oregon-based Herb Pharm. Herbs are your ally in this healthy and delicious drink, with passionflower said to calm an exhausted mind.

When you think of classic fair food, what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s cotton candy, funnel cakes, or caramel apples. For many Americans, the ultimate fair staple is the corn dog. And when it comes to corn dogs, one name stands out in the annals of fried food history: the Pronto Pup.

There’s nothing corny about tasty snacks — unless you’re talking popcorn!

The Oreo cookie. Two chocolate wafers with a creamy vanilla filling sandwiched between them. A perennial favorite for decades, Oreos are loved by millions around the world, with one major debate baked into its delicious existence, which revolves around the best way to eat them: dunk or twist. There are two opposing camps: Twisters and Dunkers. The former maintain that the best way to eat an Oreo is to twist them apart and enjoy each side separately; some eat the creamy center

This quick and easy recipe for tiramisu cups is sure to be a new family favorite!

These non-alcoholic mocktails will have you feeling fancy and refreshed.

If you’re like many Oregonians, summertime and Marionberries go hand-in-hand. From early July through August, Marionberries are harvested and begin appearing in the produce section of grocery stores, pies and a plethora of other food and drink items. But, did you know that this scrumptious berry did not even exist until the 1940s? Had you walked into a Portland diner in the 1920s and asked for a slice of Marionberry pie, you would have been met with puzzled looks.

From hot chicken to grits, the cuisine of the South is unique and delicious. We can enjoy it right here in the Pacific Northwest, with fresh and local ingredients from the Co-op. Collard greens are not only a celebration of Southern cooking, they are packed with health benefits: their dark leafy greens are one of the best naturally available sources of folate, a vitamin that helps with development in pregnant women and young children. They also provide vitamin K, which is vit

Because most everything tastes better with sauce. Try these recipes for, tasty fry sauce, familiar honey mustard sauce and hot honey for very little money.