DID YOU KNOW?
All “August Picks” items are on reduced price during the month of August! Now is the time to try something new!
HATCH IS BACK!
Hatch is back and we’re fired up to be bringing you authentic Hatch Chiles from New Mexico, along with our Store Roasts!
Due to popular demand you can now get your Fresh and Roasted Hatch Chiles all season long! Order your Roasted or Fresh Hatch Chiles for in-store
pickup on Wednesdays or during the store roasts.
See the full calendar and preorder your Hatch Chiles today by clicking “Learn More” below.
SUSIE’S CRUNCHY TOPPED CHEESE & MAC
What’s for dinner? Try Susie’s Crunchy Topped Cheese & Mac, a family favorite recipe, that brings
nostalgia with a modern twist to your table.
This recipe is protein packed, featuring In Good Hands
Protein Puffs, and combines the perfect amount of crunch with a craveable cheese flavor. Take your
taste buds back in time with a twist you can pass on to the next generation.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 2.1- to 2.2-ounce package In Good Hands Protein Puffs
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) Real California Unsalted Butter, divided, plus more for the baking dish
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups Real California Milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 8 ounces (about 2 cups) shredded Real California White Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided
- 8 ounces (about 2 cups) shredded Real California Monterey Jack Cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
DIRECTIONS
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 50 minutes
- In a food processor, process protein puffs to the texture of panko or coarse breadcrumbs. Set aside. Lightly butter a 3- to 4- quart baking dish and set aside.
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Also while pasta is cooking, in a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons butter. Whisk in flour. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly. Continue to cook, stirring and scraping the bottom and sides of the saucepan almost constantly, until mixture slightly thickens, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and add salt, pepper, 3/4 of Cheddar cheese, and 3/4 of Jack cheese, stirring to melt cheese. Set aside.
- Drain pasta and transfer to prepared dish. Pour cheese mixture over pasta. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar cheese and Jack cheese. Top with Protein Puffs and paprika. Dot with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and bake until lightly browned on top and heated through, about 30 minutes. Serves 8 to 10.
Notes: Optionally, after adding the sauce, add a layer of sliced tomatoes.
To freeze the cheese and mac, bake in a foil or a good-quality ceramic baking dish for 10 minutes. Cool to room temperature, then freeze in the dish. When ready to serve, defrost and bake at 350°F until browned on top and heated through, 20 to 60 minutes depending on the baking dish and the internal temperature of the defrosted casserole.
Recipe courtesy of Susan Robbins Namerow and image by Jill Silverman Hough for the CMAB
IN GOOD HANDS
Where your food comes from matters!
In Good Hands is committed to creating simple, healthy protein-packed products made from Real California milk from Real, multi-generational farms. Each bag includes 24g of milk protein and is also gluten-free!
Sustainability is championed at all farms and facilities. All Real California Milk farms maintain the highest standards for animal health, comfort and care. These same farms also have greatly reduced reliance on resources aligned with US Dairy Net (carbon) Zero initiative.
In Good Hands Protein Puffs are made with locally sourced Real California Milk and proudly carry the RCM Seal which provides their brand incremental support by the California Milk Advisory Board.
BACK-TO-SCHOOL SNACKS
School is back in session and we are so excited to help you fill those lunch boxes with new, exciting and nutritious snacks to keep your little ones, or even yourself, fueled all day long!
OUTSTANDING SNACKS
Outstanding Cheese Balls: The first-ever dairy-free cheese balls have arrived, you won’t believe they’re good for you. Complete with 20 vitamins and minerals such as Iron, Zinc, B12, D & E, and 4 grams of protein per serving, these little bites pack a seriously crave-worthy punch.
SIMPLE MILLS
Simple Mills began out of a necessity and a desire for food that is simple, healthy, and delicious. In her kitchen in North Carolina, Katlin made the very first Simple Mills muffin mixes one-by-one, using intentional ingredients that made her feel great.
FROM THE GROUND UP
More cheddar flavor… it’s in the dough! Baked in flavor means more taste and less mess! From the Ground Up is here to give you more flavor and crunch, so whether you’re choosing Cauliflower because it’s Gluten-free, or simply to sneak in more veggies – they’ve got you covered.
CLIF KIDS
These delicious energy snack bars deliver great taste and energizing whole grains like organic oats to help fuel active kids during play. Great for before play time, at half time, and any time active kids need a snack.
BEAR
Choose Bear’s Raspberry Fruit Rolls and taste the sweet, berry punch of a freshly picked raspberry. The gently dried Fruit Rolls are made with real fruits and only contain 4 ingredients!
ONCE UPON A FARM
Once Upon a Farm’s organic, cold-pressed fruit & veggie blends and smoothie pouches make for the perfect, refreshing summertime snack. Your kiddos will love the farm-fresh taste and you can feel good about the simple and clean ingredients. Enjoy!
PARTAKE
The icon. The classic. The Chocolate Chip cookie! One taste of these vegan, allergy-friendly & non-GMO cookies prove why it’s cookie time, all the time.
BACK TO NATURE
In 1960, Back to Nature was born in a small California health food store with a simple goal: to create delicious snacks with natural ingredients. They continue that legacy today with their cookies, crackers, granola and nuts: all non-GMO and free from artificial colors, flavors and high fructose corn syrup.
HATCH CHILE SEASON IS HERE!
WHAT MAKES HATCH CHILES SPECIAL?
Hatch Chiles are only harvested in August and September, and these truly unique, meaty green peppers only grow in the fertile soil of Hatch Valley, New Mexico. The nutrient-rich soil, intense sunlight and cool desert nights of the Hatch Valley give the chiles their one-of-a-kind taste. They are packed with earthy flavor and develop heat levels ranging from mild to extra hot.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO ENJOY HATCH CHILES?
Hatch Chiles are traditionally bought in bulk, roasted immediately and frozen to use throughout the upcoming year. They are a staple in New Mexican cuisine and will add flavor to any recipe: burgers, tacos, pastas, casseroles, appetizers and even baked goods like our signature corn bread. The possibilities of this versatile pepper are endless! Mollie Stone’s Chefs will be preparing special recipes – look for our Hatch Chile Cornbread, Hatch Chile Corn Salad, brand new Hatch Chile Tri-tip Sandwich and much more throughout the store!
HATCH CHILE SEASON IS HERE!
WHAT MAKES HATCH CHILES SPECIAL?
Hatch Chiles are only harvested in August and September, and these truly unique, meaty green peppers only grow in the fertile soil of Hatch Valley, New Mexico. The nutrient-rich soil, intense sunlight and cool desert nights of the Hatch Valley give the chiles their one-of-a-kind taste. They are packed with earthy flavor and develop heat levels ranging from mild to extra hot.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO ENJOY HATCH CHILES?
Hatch Chiles are traditionally bought in bulk, roasted immediately and frozen to use throughout the upcoming year. They are a staple in New Mexican cuisine and will add flavor to any recipe: burgers, tacos, pastas, casseroles, appetizers and even baked goods like our signature corn bread. The possibilities of this versatile pepper are endless! Mollie Stone’s Chefs will be preparing special recipes – look for our Hatch Chile Cornbread, Hatch Chile Corn Salad, brand new Hatch Chile Tri-tip Sandwich and much more throughout the store!
RISE AND SHINE!
If you are starting your day with these morning must-haves, it is going to be a good morning indeed!
MUSH
MUSH was founded on the belief that better food yields better outcomes. They make ready to eat foods with clean, natural ingredients to empower people to live healthier lives.
CATALINA CRUNCH
Catalina Crunch is on a mission to deliver great-tasting cereals and snacks earnestly made with protein, fiber, and good fats. While minimizing sugars.
CHIA SMASH
Chia Smash superfood jams are good for you and good for the planet. Packed with simple, real ingredients, made using upcycled fruits and no added sugar, they’ll make your everything a little better.
MIYOKO'S
Inspired from Miyoko’s original European-style butters, their collection now features three delightful flavors of oat milk dairy-free butter. Crafted with simple, organic ingredients, each butter adds delicious flavor to a fan favorite.
JUST EGG
A complete, convenient breakfast that’s ready to heat and eat. And with JUST Egg you know it won’t be like every other breakfast burrito. They’re bringing you plant-based, premium, and healthier breakfasts that will make you stock your freezer for morning after morning – and maybe for lunch too.
NOOSA
They’re Noosa, and we make yogurt. But not just any yogurt. Theirs is thick and velvety, sweet and tart. It’s a labor of love that starts in small batches on the farm and ends in a delicious scoop on your spoon.
CHOBANI
Chobani Greek Yogurt is crafted from farm-fresh local milk, making it an excellent source of protein. Non-fat, low-fat, and whole milk options are the perfect base for breakfast bowls, smoothies, and more.
WEST LIFE
For almost three decades, WEST LIFE™ has been offering non-dairy consumers plant-powered protein as a meaningful source of fuel.
EVERYONE
Everyone offers soothing pure essential oils blended in safe, effective natural products.
EO helps you create meditative moments of self-care through aromatherapy. Everyone is fun botanical body care for the whole family, at a great value.
CHEERS TO SUMMER
Looking for a new thirst quencher? We have so many excellent brands that we want to shout out this month.
ROWDY MERMAID
Rowdy Mermaid is a functional wellness beverage company that creates delicious and healthy plant-based beverages with a focus on sustainable sourcing.
EVOLUTION
A Fresh Take on Soda, with real organic fruit juice, never from concentrate, and no added sugar. Vibrant in taste and bursting with digestive and immune health benefits in every bubbly sip. Welcome to your new favorite, better-for-you soda!
RISHI
Rishi Tea’s Sparkling Botanicals elevate sparkling water with rare and exotic teas and botanicals sourced directly from artisan growers across the earth. Craft-brewed using only organic ingredients, these refreshing bubbly beverages include zero added sugar or sweeteners.
AUGUST MUST-TRYS
From cookies that will give you a taste of France, to cheese crackers made with regeneratively farmed cheese, you won’t want to miss out on all these items.
VAN LEEUWEN
Van Leeuwen Ice Cream began in the streets of NYC in 2008, and to this day they continue to make delicious ice cream for a positive impact!
MICHEL & AUGUSTINE
Bonjour! In 2004, Michel and Augustin left their business suits to make the best cookies in Paris with simple, quality ingredients.
IQ BAR
IQBAR is made using simple ingredients + brain nutrients. Designed to keep you full, focused & energized throughout the day, their gluten-free protein bars also contain 12g plant-based protein, 1g sugar, & only 3 net carbs.
CHEDDIES
If you’re looking for a healthy, delicious, fun-to-eat cheese cracker, you’ve found it. Cheddies are made with regeneratively farmed cheese from happy, healthy cows.
ZACK'S MIGHTY
Zack found that a good chip needs two things: the right corn and the right process. Zack’s Mighty Tortilla Chips are made using the traditional, tortilla-first process, giving each chip the strength to lift even the heftiest guac.
MOLLIE'S OUTDOOR BBQ
Join us at Greenbrae, Sausalito, and Palo Alto, every Friday, from 11am to 2pm, until the end of September as our Chefs fire up the grill with a special BBQ lunch menu just for you.
Swing by for an amazing BBQ lunch featuring a Mix & Match Slider Bar, our Famous Tri-Tip Sandwich and housemade potato chips.
GROCERY ESSENTIALS
Are you looking for the ultimate grocery essentials restock? Because we think that the items below are some of the best to fill your kitchen!
FOOD SHOULD TASTE GOOD
Food Should Taste Good brings delicious and wholesome together with simple ingredients. A signature crunch for feel good snacking and sharing. Lightly sweet and deliciously pairable with fruit salsa, dessert dips, or your favorite sweet (or salty!) treats. Cravings covered.
COOMBS
The Coombs and Bascom Family Maple Syrup producers is a 7th Generation family Owned and operated in the brand in Alstead NH, with over 75 years of experience producing Maple Syrup. Supports over 3,000 farmers in the Northeast Corner. Ranked the #1Organic Pure Maple brand in the US.
FEEL GOOD FOODS
Incredibly Convenient, Undeniably Chef-driven. Skip ordering take-out and open your freezer instead. Feel Good Food products are ready in minutes, so you can heat up, eat up and feel good.
CANYON BAKEHOUSE
Canyon Bakehouse® 7-Grain bread is baked with 7 delicious whole grains including quinoa, teff, amaranth and sorghum for a delightful flavor that is perfect for toast, sandwiches or any creation! Certified Gluten-Free, this classic bread is also free from dairy, nuts and soy and baked with whole grains.