Stuffing
Sourdough Dressing Herby and packed with fall veggies! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby [...]
2025 Local Farm to School Champions
2025's Inspiring Leaders in the Farm-to-School Movement In North Iowa, the local food movement continues to thrive thanks to the dedication of passionate individuals and organizations. From schools to community [...]
Flakey Buttermilk Biscuits
Flakey Buttermilk Biscuits Local honey gives a hint of sweetness to these biscuits. Pair them with homemade jam, sausage gravy, or simply butter for a delightful addition to any meal. [...]
Homemade Ricotta Cheese
Homemade Ricotta Cheese A few simple ingredients and a little bit of time is all it takes to make delicious homemade ricotta cheese. Use it in your favorite lasagna [...]
A Homecoming Meal with Local Flavor
A Homecoming Meal with Local Flavor When Charles City’s FFA was asked to host a community homecoming meal, they wanted it to be more than just a gathering. They wanted [...]
Comet BBQ Sauce
Comet BBQ Sauce Crafted by Ginger’s Top Shelf in collaboration with Charles City’s FFA, this signature Comet BBQ Sauce was first served at the Farm-to-Homecoming meal featuring local honey. [...]
Kernza® Pizza Crust
Kernza® Pizza Crust Give your pizza crust a nutty, earthy twist by using Kernza® flour, a perennial grain with deep roots and a sustainable story. Kernza® not only adds [...]
Lard Pie Crust
Lard Pie Crust Local lard makes the flakiest pie crust imaginable. This recipe will make 1 crust. For a double crust pie, simply double the recipe. Recipe from our friends [...]
Santa Fe Zucchini Skillet
Santa Fe Zucchini Skillet An easy, one-pan meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. Use yellow squash in place of the zucchini, add bell peppers, and whatever other summer produce [...]
Homemade Rotel Style Tomatoes
Homemade Rotel Style Tomatoes Preserve the freshness of your garden to use throughout the year in your favorite recipes. Try using spicier peppers if your like the extra heat. [...]