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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Delicata Squash Onion-y Rings
Delicata squash are an unsung fall hero. The skin is so thin that you don’t need to peel it and it’s filled with vitamins – making this a low-prep, easy, […]
Delicata Squash Tacos
Delicata squash are an unsung fall hero. The skin is so thin that you don’t need to peel it and it’s filled with vitamins – making this a low-prep, easy, […]
Spring Salad with Dressing
A simple, basic salad recipe. Customize with your favorite seasonal produce. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them […]
Simply Perfect Meatballs
Create a full meal by pairing this with your favorite pasta sauce and a Spring Salad! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click […]
Pumpkin Muffins
Homemade pumpkin puree is the trick for moist, rich, flavorful muffins – see for yourself! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on […]
Nachos from Purple Ribbon Beef
Purple Ribbon Beef is dedicated to providing premium beef to your table. Our beef tastes better because we pay attention to the little details as every animal is born on […]
Pumpkin Pie Hummus
A sweet hummus to welcome the Fall. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select ingredients to find them nearby or stop […]
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 and Caramelized Onion Pizza
Looking to switch up pizza night? Get the whole family together for a make-your-own pizza night featuring local butternut squash! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here […]
Caramel Apple Ricotta Toast
Ricotta toast is a quick snack, or filling meal that can be ready in minutes using local products. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! […]
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Ham, Potato, and Corn Chowder
An excellent way to use leftover holiday ham and sweet corn saved from the summer harvest. North Iowa has many pork producers, but look for the ones selling direct-to-consumer; you’ll be […]
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
A fun twist on the traditional Chicken Noodle Soup. The use of lemon adds brightness for the coldest winter months. All your favorite veggies are here, but use any greens […]
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, […]
Gourmet Compound Butter
Add flavor to your favorite dishes with compound butters! Melt over steaks or poultry, add to sauces, cooked vegetables, and pastas, top baked potatoes (or sweet potatoes) or add to […]
Indian Pumpkin Curry
This Indian-inspired one-pot pumpkin curry is super creamy, loaded with veggies and naturally dairy-free (vegan). Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select […]
Creamy Quinoa Soup
This comforting, Creamy Quinoa Soup is made even better with fresh, local ingredients like ground pork, seasonal vegetables, and vibrant spinach. Simmered in rich bone broth and Italian herbs, it’s […]
Halloween Hummus
Pumpkin Pie Hummus is a sweet dip that adds some nutrition to an otherwise surgary holiday! Feeling extra? How about some Spooky Witches' Fingers for dipping? Ingredients with an asterisk […]
Green Monster Kale Smoothie
Blend up some fun and nutrition for Halloween with our Green Monster Kale Smoothie! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click on select […]
Turtle Apple Spiders
These apple slices are the perfect sweet treat for your Halloween party, or an anytime spooky snack. Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! […]
Spooky Chef Mac & Cheese
Turn up the spook factor and sneak in some nutrition with our creamy, spooky Mac & Cheese! This delicious recipe hides two secret veggies—pumpkin and chickpeas—making it a frightfully tasty […]