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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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 […]

Sweet Potato Puff
This is a delicious and adaptable recipe that is great with sweet potatoes but you could also try it with winter squash (butternut, kabocha, acorn etc.). Ingredients with an asterisk […]
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Simply Nourished Grain-Free Pancakes
This recipe comes from Ashley Coleman, founder of the Simply Nourished Stores. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to […]
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Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup
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.

Sneaky Chef Mac & Cheese
Add some extra nutrition to your Mac & Cheese with this creamy and delicious recipe that has 2 hidden veggies (pumpkin and chickpeas). Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available […]

Spiced Butternut Squash Custard
This easy recipe features butternut squash, but could also be used for other winter squash such as acorn, carnival and kabocha. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right […]

Baked Pears
Did you know that pears, when stored properly, can keep for months after harvest? Enjoy this comforting dessert all through the fall and winter! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available […]
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Mashed Rutabaga
Looking for more variety when it comes to mashed potatoes? This comfort food may be replicated using any root vegetable. If you're looking for a sharper flavor try a 50/50 […]

Sautéed Celery and Leeks
Although raw celery is an awesome snack, they take on a new life when cooked! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on […]

Sautéed Bok Choy
Try this recipe and uncover the world of flavor within Asian cuisine! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to […]
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Marinated Tomatoes
No cooking in a hot kitchen here. Cold, refreshing tomatoes marinated in a basic dressing. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on […]
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Ratatouille
A tasty way to enjoy the bountiful harvest of summer. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them […]
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Cinnamon Sugar Radish Chips
Sweet, Spicy, and Crispy! 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 […]
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Strawberry Balsamic Vinaigrette
Sweet strawberries and zingy vinegar balance each other nicely in this dressing! Choose leafy lettuces, spinach, and other tender greens, harvested as freshly as possible! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) […]
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Basic Green Salad with Vinaigrette
Reclaim simplicity in your kitchen with this quick and easy recipe. You'll be having a green salad with or even FOR dinner regularly with this simple-yet-amazing green salad using a […]
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Baked Asparagus Fries + Homemade Ranch Dressing
Fun and easy recipe to do with the whole family. Super delicious and easy enough for any dinner or party! Make sure to leave enough time to refrigerate the ranch […]
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Spring Panzanella
Panzanella is usually made with leftover or stale bread and tomatoes. This version highlights all the best flavors of North Iowa in the springtime. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are […]
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Tiny Tacos (Sheet Pan Nachos)
Tiny Tacos (or Sheet Pan Nachos) are a crowd-pleaser. Garnish with what sounds good! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select […]
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Sweet Potato Hummus
Creamy and sweet. An excellent accompaniment to chips, crackers, and raw veggies! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to […]
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Upcycled Berry Pancakes (Amy’s Brew Cakes)
Upcycled food? What does that mean? Healthy Harvest collaborated with NETZRO, SBC. They work to provide a sustainable integrated solution to food waste. This recipe is one of MANY uses […]