All Recipes Using North Iowa Local Ingredients
How our food is grown, processed, and packaged really does matter. Our food choices influence our health, the quality of our environment, jobs in our community, and the culture and diversity of our society. Read more about why it’s important to choose local food.
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Berry Quinoa Salad
A refreshing salad using local berries and herbs. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or […]
Caprese Sandwich
Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop by your local farmer’s market.
Banana Aronia Muffins from Berry Hill Orchard LLC
This adapted recipe comes from Berry Hill Orchard LLC. They write: These muffins are delicious, hearty, and filling. The heart-healthy bananas and oatmeal, the buttermilk containing protein, vitamins, minerals and […]
Holiday No-Bake Granola Bars
Everyone will love these tasty homemade granola bars! Sweetened with local honey, they make a perfect addition to your holiday festivities, or as a sweet snack for any special day. […]
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
A recipe written for the Little Locavores, but readily enjoyed by all ages. Want to increase your kids’ greens intake? The orange juice helps make this green smoothie more palatable […]
Spooky Root Vegetable Hummus
A perfect Halloween party snack to serve with crackers, Homemade Pita Chips, raw vegetables, or even to spread on a sandwich. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right […]
Zuppa Toscana
Hearty and creamy! This soup combines salty bacon, spicy sausage, fluffy potatoes, and crunchy greens to bring you a delightful bowl of local flavors. North Iowa has many pork producers, […]
Pumpkin Butter
Like pumpkin pie in a jar! Use homemade pumpkin puree and smear this butter on toast, over oatmeal, on a bagel, or with yogurt! It’s also the main ingredient in […]
Classic Burgers
These burgers come together in a snap using ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. Make them your own using homemade salt blends, fresh herbs, or local seasoning mixes. […]
Beef Tacos
Everyone loves taco night! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop by your local farmer's […]
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Butternut, Sage, and Apple Pizza
A fun twist on pizza night! This savory-and-sweet dish is full of local produce and creativity. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click […]
Butternut Squash Hummus
A savory winter hummus packed with garlicky flavor! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or […]
Drunken Cabbage
Maybe I'll have a beer while cooking, with some beer (from a local brewery, of course!)? Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click […]
Tomato Eggplant Spread
Tomato and eggplant spread is delicious on crusty bread or as a side dish over rice. This recipe is from Cate of North Iowa – thank you Cate! Ingredients with […]
Roasted Beet & Citrus Salad
Both warm and bright – perfect for the holidays. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby […]
Sweet Potato Bacon Frittata
A warm and filling frittata perfect for a cold winter's day! Serve for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! […]
Roasted Turkey
Thanksgiving doesn't have to be the only day we roast turkey! You can roast one anytime and have enough meat for a few days worth of meals! For example, use […]
Green Bean Casserole
A Thanksgiving staple in much of the Midwest, we challenge you to think outside of the can for this one and opt for fresh ingredients – it'll be a showstopper […]
Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
An unexpected side dish or dessert, hasselback sweet potatoes use a fun method: thinly sliced, but left joined at the bottom and baked to crispy perfection. Ingredients with an asterisk […]
Hasselback Potatoes
Baked potato meets french fries meets mashed potatoes? Add bacon, cheese, and sour cream for a loaded version or simply butter and salt. This technique works on any potato, but […]