From fork to field. Recipes of what I'm feeding my farmers in the middle of somewhere IA!
The Ames Famous Superdog has been capturing hearts on Welch Ave since 2003. An all-beef hotdog on top of a hoagie roll, a piece of crispy bacon, a slice of cheese, slathered with 5 different sauces (pineapple sauce, ketchup, mustard, garlic cilantro sauce, and special sauce), and finished off with potato chips. It’s an unforgettable …
Daylight hours are getting longer, and it has me longing for summer. We made one of my favorite salads last night, I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! This past summer my Aunt and Uncle, along with some close friends, drove all the way out to the farm from Washington State. That’s …
Pork and Veggie Stir Fried Udon Noodles – an easy one pan meal you will love! All About the Noodles I don’t know about you, but noodles (in any form) may just be my favorite food. Udon noodles are like a thicker and chewier spaghetti noodle. You can make them from scratch, buy them dried, …
Pork tenderloins marinated then baked resulting in a flavorful high protein appetizer. This is the perfect appetizer to bring along to any gathering, and it’s been a staple for my family in Seattle. I like to make a large batch ahead of busy times of year and freeze the whole tenderloin, that way when a …
Here’s a crowd pleaser to serve alongside just about anything! This cheesy garlic bread will having you asking for seconds (and thirds…) My Uncle Dave made this during one of my visits back to Seattle. I knew right away that I had to make it for my Iowa family, it was a huge hit and …
Made with pantry staples, this delicious pasta dish has become a go-to for us on nights when we haven’t thought ahead about what to make. It is largely based off Alex Guarnaschelli’s recipe from her cookbook The Home Cook which I highly recommend. Close friends of ours gave us a copy as a part of …
5 ingredients to a delicious tzatziki sauce that can be used as a dip for pita chips and fresh veggies or a topping for a variety of dishes! Tip: I always use Fage brand yogurt because it is extra thick and I don’t have to strain it. WHAT IS TZATZIKI? Tzatziki is a Greek yogurt …