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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Carrot Top Gremolata
Gremolata is an Italian “dry sauce” used to add earthy freshness to dishes like Osso Bucco and pasta. Here we have used the green tops from carrots for a no-waste […]
Ramp Butter
Preserve the flavor of springs with ramp butter. Ramps or wild leeks are found in woodlands in North Iowa. Their flavor is a combination of onion and garlic! You can […]
Garlic Parmesan Pasta
Butter and garlic – does it get any better? A comfort food featuring fresh egg pasta and local garlic is sure to hit the spot any time of the year. […]
Spicy Cucumber Salad
Cooling cucumber meets spicy sriracha for a delightful and refreshing summertime snack! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to […]
Pork Fried Rice with Seasonal Vegetables
This pork fried rice is loaded with whatever’s in season! A perfect way to stretch leftovers and support local farms. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here […]
Cheesy Squash Dish
A yummy alternative to mac and cheese! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop […]
Pickled Dirt Stems (Quick Asian Pickles)
Yep, we said dirt stems—because beet stems taste earthy in the best way. What started as a root-to-tip experiment turned into these tangy, no-waste quick pickles. We used beet stems, […]
Spicy Pork and Greens Soup
North Iowa has many pork producers, but look for the ones selling locally; you’ll be pleasantly surprised at the improved flavor and quality. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally […]
Sautéed Kale (or other hardy green)
This is a simple side dish that features kale or any other hardy green. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select […]
Root Vegetable Hummus
A perfect appetizer to serve with crackers, raw vegetables, or even to spread on a sandwich. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click […]
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Pickled Hot Peppers
A spicy pickle perfect for tacos, nachos, eggs, pizza, sandwiches, or chili! Grab the last of those spicy peppers at your local farmers market and preserve them so you can […]
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Yes, you can make your own #PSL at home using local pie pumpkin! Make the puree in advance, and you can have homemade pumpkin spice lattes every morning. Ingredients with […]
Tomato Confit (Slow Roasted Tomatoes)
Extend the life of your cherry tomatoes with tomato confit to serve in pasta, pizza, sandwiches, wraps, bruschetta, or as a quick snack. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available […]
Grandma’s Frozen Corn
Enjoy peak summertime sweet corn all year long with this freezer corn recipe shared by Ashely Coleman, from her Great Grandma Marjorie Janes. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available […]
Roasted Winter Squash and Quinoa Salad
Great with nearly any type of winter squash. Serve this salad hot or cold. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select […]
Butternut Squash w/ Chard, Cherries, and Pine Nuts
Swiss Chard and Rainbow Chard are the same plant, but with different colored stalks. Either one works great in this Fall dish. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally […]
Homemade Bone Stock
Delicious and healthy stock that's so easy to make. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby […]
Borscht (Beet and Vegetable Soup)
Great fall soup using a variety of seasonal veggies. Borscht is traditionally served cold, but this recipe is also delicious at room temperature, or heated. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) […]
Sweet ‘n Spicy Cornbread
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.
Vietnamese Spring Rolls
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.