PCC Recipes: How to Make the Most Popular Dishes from Seattle's Iconic Grocery Chain

PCC Community Markets, known locally as PCC, has been a beloved Seattle grocery institution since 1953. Beyond quality local foods, PCC is known for its extensive prepared foods selections and signature recipes like scotcheroos and chicken mole verde. This article shares step-by-step instructions for making some of PCC's most iconic recipes from scratch at home.

History of PCC Recipes

PCC was founded as a food co-op with a dedication to high quality, local ingredients. As the company grew over decades, it developed signature recipes for its deli, bakery, and prepared foods sections.Many of these recipes spotlight local Pacific Northwest flavors and produce.

Notable Recipes from PCC Include:

• Scotcheroos - Rice krispie treats with chocolate and peanut butter
• Chicken Mole Verde - Shredded chicken in green sauce
• Beecher's Flagship Mac and Cheese
• Wild Salmon Burgers
• Hazelnut Dukkah Crusted Halibut

Scotcheroos Recipe

This take on rice krispie treats swaps the Rice Krispies for chow mein noodles and adds rich peanut butter and chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 1 1⁄2 cups chow mein noodles
• 1⁄2 cup peanut butter
• 1⁄4 cup butter
• 6 tbsp corn syrup
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 12 oz chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Grease an 8x8” pan and add noodles to coat bottom.
2. In a saucepan, combine peanut butter, butter, and corn syrup. Heat until melted and blended.
3. Remove from heat, stir in powdered sugar until smooth.
4. Pour and spread mixture evenly over noodles.
5. Melt chocolate chips in microwave and spread over peanut butter layer.
6. Chill pan for 1-2 hours until set, then cut into bars.

Chicken Mole Verde Recipe

This easy shredded chicken is smothered in a rich and flavorful green mole sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shredded cooked chicken
• 1⁄4 cup mole verde sauce
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth
• 2 Tbsp cilantro, chopped
• Lime wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat mole verde, cumin and chicken broth to a simmer.
2. Add shredded chicken and stir to coat in sauce.
3. Continue simmering 5 minutes until chicken is heated through.
4. Stir in chopped cilantro.
5. Serve chicken mole verde with lime wedges.

Beecher’s Flagship Mac and Cheese Recipe

Creamy, gooey mac and cheese made with Beecher's signature Flagship cheese.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb elbow macaroni, cooked
• 3 Tbsp butter
• 3 Tbsp flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 1⁄2 cups grated Beecher’s Flagship cheese
• 1⁄4 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 Tbsp parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux.
3. Whisk in milk slowly and cook until thickened.
4. Add Flagship cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
5. Fold macaroni into cheese sauce and transfer to a greased baking dish.
6. Top with panko and parmesan. Bake 20 minutes until golden.

Conclusion

With signature recipes for delicious prepared foods and baked goods, PCC has established itself as much more than a grocery store. By making PCC favorites like scotcheroos, chicken mole verde, and Beecher's mac and cheese at home, you can recreate the community market experience in your own kitchen.

FAQs

Where are PCC store locations?

PCC has over 15 store locations in the Seattle metro area, along with stores in Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond and Issaquah.

Does PCC sell their recipes?

Yes, PCC has published several cookbooks over the years sharing their recipes for items like moles, soups, baked goods, and more.

What is PCC's most famous recipe?

Scotcheroos are considered one of PCC's most iconic and beloved recipes. Customers have been enjoying them for decades.

Does PCC make their own mole sauce?

Yes, PCC has its own line of pre-made mole sauces in flavors like mole poblano and mole verde available at their stores.

Where can I find Beecher's Flagship cheese?

Beecher's cheese can be found at PCC locations or purchased online. It's made locally in Seattle.