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July 23, 2021July 23, 2021

Rhubarb is in Season – 16 Unexpected Recipes

Ask most folks what they think of when they see rhubarb in the stores and farmers market at this time of year and they will answer “rhubarb pie”. Certainly, that is the most popular use for this vegetable. It pairs well with sweetness and fruit. Since rhubarb is in our boxes this week, here are …

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March 16, 2021March 16, 2021

Spring is Arriving: English Peas are in the Co-op

This month we've been fortunate to have English peas in our bins. These harbingers of Spring are not only yummy, but they're quick to cook and incredibly versatile. Tips for handling, storing and using English peas Tip #1: One pound of peas in their pods yields about 6 ounces (1 cup) of shelled peas. Tim …

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March 14, 2021March 14, 2021

How to Wash Vegetables & Fruits

Although we strive to eat organic foods that are certified and responsibly farmed, almost no food is 100% free of pesticides. Even organic foods can have some pesticide residue, albeit light in comparison to conventional produce. A trace of pesticide can be windborne from a neighboring conventional farm. Washing produce is important to reduce your …

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March 13, 2021March 13, 2021

Emerald Coast Organic Food Co-op

Welcome to our food co-op. Our mission is to provide to our community members healthy organic foods grown with care and integrity. To further assist our community, our blog will include recipes and helpful information to get the most out of your produce selections. We strive to order as much local and/or regional produce when possible. …

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March 13, 2021March 14, 2021

Privacy Policy

Who we are Our website address is: http://emeraldcoastorganicfoodcoop.org. The Emerald Coast Organic Food Co-op is a non-profit organization founded in 2009 to source and provide to its members responsibly-farmed organic foods. Our website is open to and welcomes public visitors, but the main purpose for the site is to support and educate its members. We …

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