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Produce At Its Peak: Basil
Local produce can be in season year round with some products and basil is one of them. We sell basil from numerous different hydroponic and outdoor farms including Urban Organics in St. Paul, Featherstone Farm in Rushford, MN, Wisconsin Growers Co-op near Mondovi, Wisconsin, Living Waters Gardens in Wells, MN, and this upcoming summer from Sin Fronteras Farm in Stillwater, MN. We are currently carrying beautiful hydroponic basil from Living Waters Gardens.
Basil is a highly fragrant and flavorful herb used in many dishes. The flavor comes from the oil in the leaves and even if your basil gets a little wilted it is still useable. The best way I have found to store basil is to wrap it (unwashed) in a paper towel and place it in a loosely closed bag at room temperature. You can wash as needed for use. I also like to dry it for later use.
There are many kinds of basil with Sweet basil and Thai basil being two of the most popular. These are commonly used in Italian and Southeast Asian cuisine. Another basil variety, Holy Basil, or Tulasi, is used for religious and medicinal purposes. It is used in Ayurveda and revered as an elixir of life in Hinduism. We will see some Holy Basil later this summer from Red Clover Apocathery.
I typically use fresh sweet basil, the type you will commonly find year-round in our stores, on pizza, caprese salads, pasta dishes, and for making pesto. However, one of my favorite ways to use any variety of basil is in spring rolls. Spring rolls are fun and simple to make. Try this recipe or alter to taste!
Spring Rolls
Ingredients:
Rice paper, round and dried
Protein of choice (fried or steamed tofu, cooked shrimp, chicken, pork or steak)
Rice vermicelli or bean thread noodles
Mung bean Sprouts
Shredded Carrot
Cilantro
Mint
Basil (Sweet, Thai, or Lemon are fine choices)
Dipping sauce of choice (peanut, hoisin, or sweet chili are good options)
Method:
Prepare protein, noodles and vegetables and set aside ready to use. Warm water in a large pot, but do not boil. Swish rice paper carefully in warm water until it becomes flexible and transparent but not too soft. Place rice paper flat on a cutting board and compile prepared protein, cooked noodles, bean sprouts, shredded carrot, cilantro, mint and basil sprigs in center. Wrap two opposite sides of rice paper towards center first, then wrap the other two sides to create a tight burrito like roll. Enjoy with dipping sauce!
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Organizational Changes at Seward Co-op
CANCELLED – Indigenous Foods Class Series – Squash and Maple Syrup (virtual class)
November 29, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Note- The 11/29 class has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience! You can access our past classes from our Indigenous Foods series here- https://seward.coop/2022-indigenous-foods-class-series/
Co-op Community Conversations presents:
Indigenous Foods Class Series
We are honored to partner again this year with local members of Indigenous-led organizations Dream of Wild Health, Division of Indian Work, Gatherings Café, and American Indian Family Center to share their knowledge through a series of cooking and lecture workshops.
These six classes will all focus on a different recipes using traditional ingredients. We will learn how to make delicious meals, drinks, medicines, and desserts as instructors share their expertise on sourcing, sustainability, and environmental impacts on local and native-grown foods.
Free virtual classes, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Note- you will need to register on Eventbrite for each class. You can find all of the class links at seward.coop/events
Thursday, Nov 3 with Brian Yazzie (Yazzie the Chef, Gatherings Cafe)
Monday, Nov 7- Wild Rice with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Thursday, Nov 10- Squash and Maple Syrup with Vanessa Casillas, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 15- Wild Rice and Hazelnuts with Alanna Norris, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 22- Nettles with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 29- Squash and Maple Syrup with youth leaders with American Indian Family Center
The event series “Co-op Community Conversations: Exploring the intersection of racial, social, and food justice” is presented by Seward Community Co-op, Eastside Food Co-op, Mississippi Market Food Co-op, and Twin Cities Co-op Partners as a way to examine and connect our cooperative values with social justice movements
Indigenous Foods Class Series – Nettles (virtual class)
November 22, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Co-op Community Conversations presents:
Indigenous Foods Class Series
We are honored to partner again this year with local members of Indigenous-led organizations Dream of Wild Health, Division of Indian Work, Gatherings Café, and American Indian Family Center to share their knowledge through a series of cooking and lecture workshops.
These six classes will all focus on a different recipes using traditional ingredients. We will learn how to make delicious meals, drinks, medicines, and desserts as instructors share their expertise on sourcing, sustainability, and environmental impacts on local and native-grown foods.
Free virtual classes, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Note- you will need to register on Eventbrite for each class. You can find all of the class links at seward.coop/events
Thursday, Nov 3- Cushaw Squash, Walleye, and Blue Corn with Brian Yazzie (Yazzie the Chef, Gatherings Cafe)
Monday, Nov 7- Wild Rice with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Thursday, Nov 10- Squash and Maple Syrup with Vanessa Casillas, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 15- Wild Rice and Hazelnuts with Alanna Norris, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 22- Nettles with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 29- Squash and Maple Syrup with youth leaders with American Indian Family Center
The event series “Co-op Community Conversations: Exploring the intersection of racial, social, and food justice” is presented by Seward Community Co-op, Eastside Food Co-op, Mississippi Market Food Co-op, and Twin Cities Co-op Partners as a way to examine and connect our cooperative values with social justice movements
Indigenous Foods Class Series – Wild Rice and Hazelnuts (virtual class)
November 15, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Co-op Community Conversations presents:
Indigenous Foods Class Series
We are honored to partner again this year with local members of Indigenous-led organizations Dream of Wild Health, Division of Indian Work, Gatherings Café, and American Indian Family Center to share their knowledge through a series of cooking and lecture workshops.
These six classes will all focus on a different recipes using traditional ingredients. We will learn how to make delicious meals, drinks, medicines, and desserts as instructors share their expertise on sourcing, sustainability, and environmental impacts on local and native-grown foods.
Free virtual classes, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Note- you will need to register on Eventbrite for each class. You can find all of the class links at seward.coop/events
Thursday, Nov 3- Cushaw Squash, Walleye, and Blue Corn with Brian Yazzie (Yazzie the Chef, Gatherings Cafe)
Monday, Nov 7- Wild Rice with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Thursday, Nov 10- Squash and Maple Syrup with Vanessa Casillas, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 15- Wild Rice and Hazelnuts with Alanna Norris, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 22- Nettles with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 29- Squash and Maple Syrup with youth leaders with American Indian Family Center
The event series “Co-op Community Conversations: Exploring the intersection of racial, social, and food justice” is presented by Seward Community Co-op, Eastside Food Co-op, Mississippi Market Food Co-op, and Twin Cities Co-op Partners as a way to examine and connect our cooperative values with social justice movements
Indigenous Foods Class Series – Squash and Maple Syrup (virtual class)
November 10, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Co-op Community Conversations presents:
Indigenous Foods Class Series
We are honored to partner again this year with local members of Indigenous-led organizations Dream of Wild Health, Division of Indian Work, Gatherings Café, and American Indian Family Center to share their knowledge through a series of cooking and lecture workshops.
These six classes will all focus on a different recipes using traditional ingredients. We will learn how to make delicious meals, drinks, medicines, and desserts as instructors share their expertise on sourcing, sustainability, and environmental impacts on local and native-grown foods.
Free virtual classes, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Note- you will need to register on Eventbrite for each class. You can find all of the class links at seward.coop/events
Thursday, Nov 3- Cushaw Squash, Walleye, and Blue Corn with Brian Yazzie (Yazzie the Chef, Gatherings Cafe)
Monday, Nov 7- Wild Rice with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Thursday, Nov 10- Squash and Maple Syrup with Vanessa Casillas, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 15- Wild Rice and Hazelnuts with Alanna Norris, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 22- Nettles with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 29- Squash and Maple Syrup with youth leaders with American Indian Family Center
The event series “Co-op Community Conversations: Exploring the intersection of racial, social, and food justice” is presented by Seward Community Co-op, Eastside Food Co-op, Mississippi Market Food Co-op, and Twin Cities Co-op Partners as a way to examine and connect our cooperative values with social justice movements
Indigenous Foods Class Series – Wild Rice (virtual class)
November 7, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Co-op Community Conversations presents:
Indigenous Foods Class Series
We are honored to partner again this year with local members of Indigenous-led organizations Dream of Wild Health, Division of Indian Work, Gatherings Café, and American Indian Family Center to share their knowledge through a series of cooking and lecture workshops.
These six classes will all focus on a different recipes using traditional ingredients. We will learn how to make delicious meals, drinks, medicines, and desserts as instructors share their expertise on sourcing, sustainability, and environmental impacts on local and native-grown foods.
Free virtual classes, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Note- you will need to register on Eventbrite for each class. You can find all of the class links at seward.coop/events
Thursday, Nov 3- Cushaw Squash, Walleye, and Blue Corn with Brian Yazzie (Yazzie the Chef, Gatherings Cafe)
Monday, Nov 7- Wild Rice with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Thursday, Nov 10- Squash and Maple Syrup with Vanessa Casillas, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 15- Wild Rice and Hazelnuts with Alanna Norris, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 22- Nettles with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 29- Squash and Maple Syrup with youth leaders with American Indian Family Center
The event series “Co-op Community Conversations: Exploring the intersection of racial, social, and food justice” is presented by Seward Community Co-op, Eastside Food Co-op, Mississippi Market Food Co-op, and Twin Cities Co-op Partners as a way to examine and connect our cooperative values with social justice movements
Indigenous Foods Class Series – Cushaw Squash, Walleye, and Blue Corn (virtual class)
November 3, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Co-op Community Conversations presents:
Indigenous Foods Class Series
We are honored to partner again this year with local members of Indigenous-led organizations Dream of Wild Health, Division of Indian Work, Gatherings Café, and American Indian Family Center to share their knowledge through a series of cooking and lecture workshops.
These six classes will all focus on a different recipes using traditional ingredients. We will learn how to make delicious meals, drinks, medicines, and desserts as instructors share their expertise on sourcing, sustainability, and environmental impacts on local and native-grown foods.
Free virtual classes, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Note- you will need to register on Eventbrite for each class. You can find all of the class links at seward.coop/events
Thursday, Nov 3 – Cushaw Squash, Walleye, and Blue Corn with Brian Yazzie (Yazzie the Chef, Gatherings Cafe)
Monday, Nov 7- Wild Rice with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Thursday, Nov 10- Squash and Maple Syrup with Vanessa Casillas, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 15- Wild Rice and Hazelnuts with Alanna Norris, Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 22- Nettles with Derek Nicholas (Division of Indian Work), Hope Flanagan (Dream of Wild Health)
Tuesday, Nov 29- Squash and Maple Syrup with youth leaders with American Indian Family Center
The event series “Co-op Community Conversations: Exploring the intersection of racial, social, and food justice” is presented by Seward Community Co-op, Eastside Food Co-op, Mississippi Market Food Co-op, and Twin Cities Co-op Partners as a way to examine and connect our cooperative values with social justice movements