Fresh Recipe Inspiration

Quick Weeknight Meals

Weeknight meals should be satisfying and simple. These dishes have minimal prep, making dinner a breeze when you don’t have much time.

 
Winter Squash GuideWhich squash is right for your recipe?We’ve compiled descriptions of common varieties as well as some handy tips for selecting the right squash for you and plenty of delicious squash recipes you'll love.

Winter Squash Guide

Which squash is right for your recipe?

We’ve compiled descriptions of common varieties as well as some handy tips for selecting the right squash for you and plenty of delicious squash recipes you'll love.

 
Spiced Winter Squash BreadWhat is more comforting than a soft, warm slice of cinnamon-scented bread on a cool day? Get the recipe!Can’t get enough pumpkin spice? Try these Spiced Squash Pancakes, or Pumpkin Cookies.

Spiced Winter Squash Bread

What is more comforting than a soft, warm slice of cinnamon-scented bread on a cool day? Get the recipe!

Can’t get enough pumpkin spice? Try these Spiced Squash Pancakes, or Pumpkin Cookies.

Canning 101

It’s the last few weeks of local season in Kansas - preserve your summer harvest with canning! If you’re never tried it, canning tomatoes is a simple, satisfying process.

What’s new at the co-op

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GM Updates - July 2024
GM Updates - July 2024

We are gearing up for the final phase of our renovations, which includes an expansion of our refrigeration system at the Lawrence location. These updates support the growth of our high-performing categories such as produce, frozen foods, dairy, bakery, specialty cheese and deli grab-and-go meal solutions. By analyzing sales and product data, customer feedback, cost of goods, labor and operating costs as well as considering external factors like the pandemic and inflation, we identify both successful programs and those that are struggling. The co-op must remain agile as a business and respond to that data to secure the long-term health of our stores.

After July 12, the co-op will no longer offer a buffet-style lunch and dinner menu. Breakfast burritos, hot soups, salad bar, grab-and-go meal solutions, made-to-order sandwiches and roast chickens will continue to be available.

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Summer Chill — Stay Cool with these Seasonal Drinks
Summer Chill — Stay Cool with these Seasonal Drinks
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The Fruit + Veggie Grilling Guide
The Fruit + Veggie Grilling Guide

Grilling this Memorial Day weekend? Giving fresh vegetables, stone fruit, and even lettuce a turn on the grill will intensify their flavor, with delicious results.

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Board of Directors — May Meeting Report
Board of Directors — May Meeting Report

The Merc Co+op Board of Directors meets the first Monday of each month. Learn more about the Board, their meetings and responsibilities each month in their Board Report.

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Need a break? Visit our deli and try one of our grab-and-go meals, fresh deli sandwiches or naan pizza!