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Spikalaas

A plate of round ginger cookies is arranged on a light-colored surface.

CO-OP COOKIE SWAP A holiday cookie swap is a fun and easy way to stock your kitchen with a variety of seasonal goodies without having to do all the baking yourself. This month we collaborated with Colorado electric co-op employees for a virtual cookie recipe swap. These tried-and-true recipes will get you started on your […]

Thanksgiving Leftovers in a Blanket

Three stuffed pastry rolls topped with sauce are on a speckled plate, accompanied by a small bowl of dipping sauce.

1 package extra-large size crescent rolls (located in the refrigerated section at grocery store) 3/4 cup shredded roasted turkey 3/4 cup prepared stuffing 3/4 cup prepared mashed potatoes 1 cup cranberry sauce 1/4 cup prepared gravy, for dipping Directions Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Lay out […]

Stuffing Waffles with Fried Eggs & Gravy

A stack of waffles topped with a fried egg and drizzled with sauce, served on a plate with a fork beside it.

We spend months planning, weeks meal prepping, and sometimes days working in the kitchen to produce a Thanksgiving meal. Fortunately, the feast is almost always guaranteed to have leftovers. But by Cyber Monday, the turkey and stuffing have lost their appeal, and we can’t stomach the idea of another bite. As beloved as the holiday […]

Leftover Turkey Tamale Pie

A skillet of cheesy nachos topped with guacamole, diced onions, tomatoes, lime wedges, and pomegranate seeds, with a spoon nearby on a dark surface.

Ingredients for the polenta 3 cups water 1 cup quick-cooking polenta 1 tbsp unsalted butter 1/4 cup whipping cream 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar cheese salt and pepper to taste   Ingredients for the turkey 2 tbsp ground chili powder 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp ground coriander 2 tsp ground paprika 2 tsp garlic […]

Eating Veggies Never Tasted So Good

Chocolate cake slice on a blue plate with a fork, surrounded by whole zucchinis on a woven surface.

Each summer I grow zucchini, and there comes a point toward the end of each gardening season where I’m desperate to use all of my harvest. At that point in the late summer, we’re grilling, sautéing, roasting, making noodles (or “zoodles” as they’re called), and leaving zucchini on the neighbor’s doorstep.  This was until I […]

Amaretto Honey Cake

Hexagonal honey cakes with drizzled glaze and nut toppings are displayed beside a jar of whipped honey.

3/4 C butter, softened 1 -1/2 C Amaretto Whipped Honey 2 Tbsp light brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla 2 eggs 1-1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1 Tbsp cornstarch 2-1/2 C flour 1-1/2 C milk 2-3 bags Two Leaves and a Bud Organic Earl Grey Tea Instructions: Preheat oven to 350° and coat a […]

Honey Pork Chops

Grilled chicken breast with herbs, green beans, a lemon wedge, and a sauce bottle in the background on a white plate.

15 oz. center cut boneless pork chops  (3 pork chops) salt ground black pepper 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp chopped Italian parsley   Honey Sauce: 2½ Tbsp Wildflower Honey ¼ tsp salt ½ tsp apple cider vinegar 3 dashes cayenne pepper Season the pork chops […]

Buzzing in the Kitchen

Pull-apart bread with rosemary and cheese on a plate, next to a jar of honey, apples, and a Honeyville cookbook. A hand is pulling a piece from the bread.

Buzzing in the Kitchen When it comes to natural sweeteners, nothing is better than honey. It is delicious in every form — comb, crystallized, liquid, or whipped. The pantry staple can be used in just about any recipe, whether you’re grilling or baking. This month we teamed up with the folks from Durango-based Honeyville to showcase a few of their recipes […]

Bread, Brie, and Bees – A tasty combo made better with Colorado honey

Sliced pull-apart bread served with apple slices, fresh rosemary, and apple butter on a plate. A hand is dipping a piece of bread into the apple butter.

When it comes to natural sweeteners, nothing is better than honey. It is delicious in every form — comb, crystallized, liquid, or whipped. The pantry staple can be used in just about any recipe, whether you’re grilling or baking. This month we teamed up with the folks from Durango-based Honeyville to showcase this savory-sweet recipe […]

Quick-Prep Grab and Go Banana PB&J Wraps

Three wraps filled with peanut butter, banana slices, and jelly, with a red cup in the background.

It’s back-to-school time! This may mean your family is shifting from easy summer days to the rush of the bus schedule and the school bell. Courtesy of Catherine Murray at our sister publication, Ohio Cooperative Living, we’re excited to share her “Grab and Go” recipe for Banana PB&J Wraps.  Spend a Sunday afternoon with your […]