We have a majorly deep passion for fermenting. Just think about it: tiny microorganisms—lactobacilli, in the case of kimchi—are busy, busy, busy eating up all …
We Heart Kimchi
Salads
APPLE HARVEST TIME!
The orchard is calling, folks! Ring in fall with a new way to love apples. Our sweet, apple-centric spin on classic French carrot salad is …
Gimme Your Digits
Gorgeous late summer potato harvests have been gracing our farmer’s market these days, and with another heat wave coming on, cool salads with dinner are …
Grab da Tots!
A cool, rain fall weekend is setting in and the kitchen is calling. Let’s grab a baking dish and pull some tots out of the …
Corn off the Cob
Sweet corn season is here and we couldn’t be happier! In Iowa, we take our sweet corn very seriously (we do grow the best in …
Taters Go Green
Barbecue season is coming in hot (woot, woot!), and you’ll need a good potato salad to go with all that delicious grilled food. This is …
When Seasons Collide
It’s asparagus season, Orbiters! Whether you’re plucking it from your garden (thanks, Mother Earth!), grabbing some from the farmer’s market, or simply getting a good …
The King of Dressings
It’s ranch time, folks. Crisp, cool spring veggies—radishes, snap peas, baby carrots, green onions, and others—taste even more amazing with a little dip in ranch. …
Chop, Chop!
The eggplants are looking fabulous in my garden these days, and just begging for a little kitchen love. Now I ADORE my usual eggplant dishes—eggplant …
Cool Summer Spaghetti Salad
We’re in the depths of summer here in Iowa, and the heat and humidity can make anyone feel sluggish. With that said, pasta is usually …
Potluck Season is Here!
As memorial day weekend is upon us, it’s time to start pulling out those staple summer potluck recipes. One of my favorites is Mediterranean-style garbanzo …