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Mocha Brownies

October is Co-op Month, and we’re celebrating with these delicious and decadent mocha brownies. Made with rich and full-bodied chocolate and coffee from worker co-op Equal Exchange, these brownies are perfect for crushing all your chocolatey cravings. The coffee perfectly compliments and elevates the deep flavor of the chocolate, with a creamy frosting to round it all out. Enjoy it for an afternoon treat, or as a late night snack by substituting with decaf.
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Southern Cheese Ball

Celebrate Co-op Month this October by whipping up this wonderfully savory cheese ball, featuring cheeses from farmer-owned cooperative, Tillamook®.
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Annual Report 2025

At Friendly City Food Co-op, we publish an Annual Report each year. Here's the one from 2025!
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Homemade Apple Butter

Fall is the peak season for deliciously crisp and sweet local apples, and if you’re like us, a visit to an apple orchard is a must. If you picked a few more apples than you know what to do with, try your hand at making homemade apple butter. This recipe is a set-it-and-forget-it wonder that will have your home smelling like heavenly spiced apples, and have you marveling at this delicious spread. Use it to make apple butter bread, spread it on toast, add it to yogurt, swap it out as a cinnamon roll filling: the options are endless. No matter what you do with this delightful spread, you’re sure to enjoy it.
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Quinoa Jar Salad

Looking for a healthy and hearty meal to pack that stays fresh and tastes delicious? Skip the lunch line or frozen burritos and try this ultra-customizable quinoa jar salad. Packed with flavor, protein and fresh veggies, it has everything you’ll need to keep you fueled for the day. Perfect for the office, school lunches, or even a picnic, this salad won’t let you down.
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Late Summer Fruit Salad

Meld together the flavors of summer with this delightfully fruity fruit salad. Sweet and tart stone fruit pair beautifully with fresh mint and a bit of lemon, particularly on a hot day. Add a bit of honey if you feel so bold, but either way, you’re sure to enjoy this spoonful of summer.
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Huevos Rancheros with Shishito Pepper Salsa

Put a new spin on this breakfast classic by blending up your own fresh-made shishito pepper salsa. Savory and full-flavored, topped with a delicious fried egg and garnished with fresh cilantro, these huevos rancheros make for a wonderful meal to enjoy anytime.
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Esquites

This classic summer street food comes in many forms and formats, but today we're enjoying it as the salad, esquites. Click here for the recipe!
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Cherry Pie

Scrumptious summer cherries are in season, and it's time to whip up some fresh cherry pie. Check out this recipe to learn more!
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Huevos Rancheros with Shishito Pepper Salsa

Put a new spin on this breakfast classic by blending up your own fresh-made shishito pepper salsa. Savory and full-flavored, topped with a delicious fried egg and garnished with fresh cilantro, these huevos rancheros make for a wonderful meal to enjoy anytime.
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Esquites

This classic summer street food comes in many forms and formats, but today we're enjoying it as the salad, esquites. Click here for the recipe!
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Cherry Pie

Scrumptious summer cherries are in season, and it's time to whip up some fresh cherry pie. Check out this recipe to learn more!
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Eton Mess

Hailing from over the pond, this sweet treat makes full use of scrumptious summer-ripe strawberries.
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Pad Thai

Bring your favorite takeout into your own kitchen with this easy and delicious Pad Thai recipe.
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Lady Baltimore Cake

A delightfully decorated dessert is a gorgeous centerpiece for a Mother’s Day celebration, and this delicate Lady Baltimore cake fits the bill.
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Soy-Glazed Salmon Bowl

Finding yourself in a dinner rut? Try out this delicious Soy-Glazed Salmon Bowl recipe packed with veggies and a delicious savory sauce!
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Air Fryer Karaage

Frying chicken the traditional way can get a bit messy, and can require some serious equipment. If you have a handy-dandy air fryer at home, you can try your hand at “frying” up some karaage. This savory chicken dish hails from Japan and is bursting with mouth-watering flavor and a crunchy exterior. Enjoy it as you would popcorn chicken, but don’t forget the Kewpie Mayo® on the side.
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Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon rolls are a bakery classic and the favorite treat of many. While they do take a little more elbow grease, these gooey and deliciously comforting delights are worth the time and effort it takes to make them. Unlock a new skill and craft these sweet and cozy cinnamon confections in your own kitchen.
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