Author: Lakewinds
Local Cheese and Apple Pairings
In-season apples and cheeses are a juicy-but-savory flavor match, made even better by being locally grown or crafted. Welcome fall with the tastes of mouth-puckering crispness paired with sharp cheesy bites by following our flavor pairings, or let your combinations roam freely. Zestar!® – Whistling Well Farm* Pair with: Chevriotte by Montchevre Taste Profile: Crisp, … Continued
Lightning Fast Healthy Breakfasts
Prep these quick breakfasts on Sunday to have all week—ready in 15 minutes (or even less)! Now you’re traveling at the speed of life. Hearty Breakfast Biscuits Make bite-or-biscuit size, depending on appetites! Ingredients 1 lb Bulk Lakewinds breakfast sausage 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 2 cups flour 1 Tbsp baking powder … Continued
Out of This World Snacks
Teach kids about the wonders (and fun!) of space while introducing them to healthy snacks and fun treats. These are easy for little hands to make or help with, and are fast, simple snack options for back to school lunch boxes or after school snacks between events. Rocket Hot Dogs Shoot for the stars … Continued
Eco-Friendly (And Easier Lunch) Lunchbox Tools and Tips
We love reusable containers multifunctional tools and packaging-free foods for any school (or work) lunchbox. Keep things eco-friendly and make packing (and carrying) lunches easier for everyone–See our top picks for new items in stores and just why we love them! U-Konserve Stainless Steels Leak-Proof Nesting Trio All three metal containers with fitted plastic lids … Continued
Local Tomato Types (Always Grown With Best Practices)
We have heritage tomato varieties rolling into stores over the next few weeks! Our local tomato farmers incorporate best farming practices into every plant they grow and use the most natural methods to achieve the best local, organic and delicious results. The first step to great tomatoes is healthy soil with lots of organic matter and … Continued
I Scream, You Scream: Local Craft Ice Cream At Home
Craft ice cream is all the rage and we’ve put a delicious local spin on it. Minnesota boasts many amazing ice cream brands made with local ingredients, thoughtful crafting methods and using produce or dairy from local farmers. We picked some of our favorite mix-and-match combos using unique ice cream flavors and tasty toppings from bulk–Great for … Continued
2017 Recycling Reports and Practices
Every quarter Lakewinds recieves Waste Diversion reports through Waste Management to see how we did with recycling paper, plastic, aluminum, glass, cardboard and organic material. Per store, we diverted: Richfield: 37.97 tons of waste Chanhassen: 28.05 tons of waste Minnetonka: 34.40 tons of waste The combined efforts from our shoppers and employees has had a big environmental impact! Just … Continued
Chile Limon Mango Tango Quinoa Salad
Our friends at Salad Girl Dressings have created a zesty protein-packed quinoa salad featuring their Chile Limon dressing. Use their dressings at full impact for maximum taste, or dilute with water for a lighter, softer flavor. Serves 6-8 Ingredients 7 oz. organic mixed baby greens 1 cup chopped green onions 1 cup chopped cilantro 1 cup … Continued
Two Ingredient Magic Ice Cream Topping
Pour this chocolate coconut shell onto ice-cold ice cream and watch it harden in 30 seconds to a minute and CRACK at the touch of your spoon. You’ll know it’s ready when it turns from glossy to matte. Don’t forget to use your magic hands while you wait! Magic Chocolate Topping Ingredients 2 1/2 … Continued