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Asparagus Facts

Asparagus is a member of the Lily family.

Under ideal conditions, an asparagus spear can grow 10" in a 24-hour period.

An asparagus planting is usually not harvested for the first 3 years after the crowns are planted allowing the crown to develop a strong fibrous root system.

Asparagus is a nutrient-dense food which in high in Folic Acid and is a good source of potassium, fiber, vitamin B6, vitamins A and C, and thiamin. 

Asparagus is low in sodium.

Sunshine Acres Tomato Sauce is on sale now!

Tomato Basil or Marinara, 24 oz. Only $2.19 each (while supplies last)! Pick some up and try out the following recipe:

Zucchini Parmigiana

Honey Mustard Tofu

Ingredients
3 tablespoons butter
1 pound firm tofu, sliced into 1/4 inch slices
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup water
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 cubes vegetable bouillon
4 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/4 cup honey

SALE! Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar 32 oz. $4.89 (Reg. $6.49) Save $1.60 and 16 oz. $2.99 (Reg. $3.99) Save $1. While supplies last.

Salt and Vinegar Potato Salad

Newark Transitions Toward Sustainable Future

Cinnamon and Honey Almonds

SERVES 16, 2 cups

Ingredients
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups almonds
3/4 teaspoon salt

Pesto Sandwich Spread

Sale! Tree of Life Organic, Expeller Pressed Coconut Oil $5.99/14 oz. (Reg. $7.99) Save $2.00. Sale ends 4/30/10. 

Nikki's Healthy Cookies Recipe

The Benefits of Coconut Oil

Coconut oil has been getting good reviews recently because of the many health benefits it is said to give. Coconut oil, sometimes known as coconut butter, is made by extracting oil from dried coconuts. Here are some benefits that have been associated with coconut oil consumption.

On SALE now at the co-op...Tree of Life organic Coconut Oil 14 oz. $5.99 (Reg. $7.99) Save $2.00.  Sale ends 4/30/10.  Pick some up and whip up a batch of homemade all-natural coffee creamer

Cashew Coconut Creamer (Dairy Free) 

Servings: 1 1/2 cups
Preparation Time: 2 minutes, besides soaking time