Pierogi, varenyky, whatever you call them, these crescent-shape packages of deliciousness are one of my very favorite parts of the holidays. I am sharing with …
2023
’Tis the Season for Snacking
It’s the time of year when get-togethers are abundant and we’re all feeling a little more generous with homemade gifts: aka SNACK MIX SEASON! Whatever …
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 …
The Backyard Teacup
For the best cup of herbal tea, we say forage the leaves and flowers from herbs, veggies, and fruit growing right outside your backdoor. We …
Let’s Get Cozy
The weather is FINALLY starting to cool down and feel fall-like, so we’re in a major soup mood. With some beautiful Russets from the farmer’s …
Time for Tomato Pie
It’s that magical time of year when we still have loads of fresh tomatoes, but it’s finally cool enough to turn on the oven. To …
Oh My, It’s Okra!
We’re in the heat of summer and the okra wave is rolling big-time in the FIO garden. An everyday harvest of 4 or 5 pods …
Salsa Season is Here Again
It’s the time of year when we like to get a little spicy with our canner, folks. The summer tomatoes are ripening and peppers are …
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 …
Hello, Half-Sours
Cucumber season is FINALLY here and it’s time to start pickling! These easy fermented pickles are always our first pickling project of the season. They …