Syracuse Read Food Co-op News, July 12th, 2009

This Week’s Fresh Produce: Reeves Farm Blueberries
They’re here! Certified organic, local blueberries. Strawberry season whizzed right by us, so make sure to take advantage of these delicious, local, fresh blueberries while you can.

Half Pint Organic Blueberries  $3.29

Blueberry Compote: Good on Just About Everything
You know that its really summer when you can sit down to a bowl of yogurt with fresh blueberry compote, or enjoy ice cream smothered in blueberry compote, or pancakes, or toast, or (well, the list goes on and on – try it on everything!).

Ingredients:

• Blueberries (Half Pint)
• 3/8 Cup of water
• 3/8 Cup sugar
• Lemon juice
• Lemon or orange zest

Bring water, zest, and sugar to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in blueberries and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until blueberries begin to break down. Remove from heat and add lemon juice. Enjoy it warm, or at room temperature.

Event Committee Members Needed
The co-op is beginning an aggressive outreach campaign to offer more value to co-op owners. Holding regular educational and social events is one more way to add value to your investment in the co-op. Events like farm tours, movie showings, cooking classes, and the next owner forum are in the immediate radar, but any other suggestions or ideas are welcomed.

To make these ideas become a success, I am looking for volunteers for an event committee. The committee will meet every other Wednesday, for about an hour to plan and organize co-op events.

If you are interested in joining the event committee, please call with your name, e-mail address, and phone number. I will contact you this week about getting involved!

Featured Product:  Pepper Dog Salsas

Try this award winning salsa, on sale now at the co-op. Check out their website for recipes and more information.  All Pepper Dog Salsas $3.49

Sincerely,
Amanda Gormley
Syracuse Real Food Co-op