Granny Smith Guacamole

Got a hankering for a great snack but have little time to spare? This simple recipe makes for a quick and nutritious dip or a perfect side dish for light, summery meals. Add a dollop to your favorite salad or burger! The fresh apple tartness and the just-right touch of heat from raw jalapeno are … Continued  

Dairy-free Cashew Cauliflower Soup

A great recipe goes a long way when it comes to plant-based eating. And great ingredients go a long way for made-from-scratch meals at home. We love this step-by-step for Dairy-free Cashew Cauliflower Soup. Find all the supplies at the Co-op then whip out your biggest soup pot and get cooking! View a short cooking … Continued  

Firsthand Frittata

The Durham Co-op Market is proud to source our meats from Firsthand Foods, an incredible company that sources directly from small family farms that are raising their animals humanely and on pasture. We love their mission and their products! Try out this delicious recipe for a tasty breakfast, made with FHF Kielbasa, now on sale for … Continued  

Beans! Beans!

“Beans! Beans! They’re good for your heart! Every time you shop put them in your cart!” Not only are beans FREE for owners in August* but they are a healthy component of a variety of recipes. We put together some scrumptious meal ideas so you can put your owner giveaway (or pantry essentials) to good … Continued  

Cooking with Local Items

Our Meat Department offers a wide selection of locally-sourced and sustainably-produced meats from Firsthand Foods, including Spicy Italian Sausage, which is currently on sale for $6.69 (save $1!).  We love cooking delicious meals made with fresh, affordable, and local ingredients, and if you’re looking for inspiration for great summer meals, the Co-op has a lot to … Continued  

Cooking Locally

Our Meat Department offers a wide selection of locally-sourced and sustainably-produced meats from Firsthand Foods, including Spicy Italian Sausage, which is currently on sale for $6.69 (save $1!).  We love cooking delicious meals made with fresh, affordable, and local ingredients, and if you’re looking for inspiration for great summer meals, the Co-op has a lot to … Continued  

Local Pizza, Made at Home

Making meals from scratch is fun and delicious, especially with local ingredients and on-sale items. Combine local ingredients, like pizza dough from The Accidental Baker (available in our frozen section), Red Hawk Farm organic arugula, Siano Mozzarella, Nellino’s marinara sauce, or Firsthand Foods sweet Italian sausage. Try out some of our recipes below or forge … Continued  

Cooking Locally

Our local vendors put the vision, commitment, and hard work into growing and handcrafting the delicious foods we offer at the Durham Co-op Market. So when it comes to cooking mouthwatering meals made with healthy, affordable, and fresh ingredients, we turn to the experts that love their products and know how to make the most … Continued  

Cooking with the Co-op

Our friends at Spicewalla tipped us off to #thestew that went viral last month, and we’re so excited about this delicious vegan meal. We’ve combined our favorite local ingredients – like Spicewalla & Diaspora Co. Turmeric – and our affordable Co-op Basics to bring you this easy, creamy, hearty stew perfect for the doldrums of … Continued  

Pass the Dip

You could say we’re on the tasty team, meaning we’re big fans of great food and crowd-pleasing recipes. We can’t get enough of this savory sausage dip, made with ingredients from some of our favorite local vendors and fellow co-ops! Try it out at your next gathering. Neese’s Sausage Dip INGREDIENTS -1 lb. Neese’s Sausage … Continued