All Recipes Using North Iowa Local Ingredients
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Greek Nachos
Nachos with a twist! While we like the addition of meat in this recipe, the veggies are hearty enough to make it an easy vegetarian meal. As an added bonus, […]
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 […]
Honey Cream Cheese Frosting
Try a new twist on a traditional classic by using a natural sweetener in your frosting- honey! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click […]
Beet Pasta Sauce
Move over tomatoes, there’s a new veggie coming to pasta night! This recipe showcases beet’s earthy sweetness and gorgeous vibrant color. Make it extra special with Homemade Duck Egg Pasta. […]
Dye-Free Red Velvet Cake
Showcase the versatility and beautiful color of beets with this yummy dessert. The red in this velvet cake comes entirely from the beet purée. The addition of chocolate makes this […]
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. […]
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 […]
Page 1 of 29
Greek Nachos
Nachos with a twist! While we like the addition of meat in this recipe, the veggies are hearty enough to make it an easy vegetarian meal. As an added bonus, […]
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 […]
Honey Cream Cheese Frosting
Try a new twist on a traditional classic by using a natural sweetener in your frosting- honey! Ingredients with an asterisk (*) are available seasonally right here in North Iowa! Click […]
Beet Pasta Sauce
Move over tomatoes, there’s a new veggie coming to pasta night! This recipe showcases beet’s earthy sweetness and gorgeous vibrant color. Make it extra special with Homemade Duck Egg Pasta. […]
Dye-Free Red Velvet Cake
Showcase the versatility and beautiful color of beets with this yummy dessert. The red in this velvet cake comes entirely from the beet purée. The addition of chocolate makes this […]
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. […]
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 […]