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Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Odessa Yellow Watermelon Granitas

Rose Wine: Odessa Vineyards-Wapello, IA The summer is winding down and we still have Labor Day weekend coming up that will yield a lot of camping trips, swirls around the lake, and tailgate parties! Delicious melons from Iowa and all over the Midwest are still in season and you can head to the North Dodge… Continue reading Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Odessa Yellow Watermelon Granitas

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Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Millstream German Pilsner Marinated Chicken Wings w/ a Sweet & Spicy Mustard Glaze

German Pilsner: Millstream Brewing Company-Amana, IA And who loves chicken wings? We all do! And with the help of Millstream Brewing Company, we have a fabulous way to cook them. Just in time for all those fresh ideas you’re needing for football season coming up. Ease up on the Pinterest for a little while and… Continue reading Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Millstream German Pilsner Marinated Chicken Wings w/ a Sweet & Spicy Mustard Glaze

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Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Cedar Ridge Rye Whiskey Mango-Coconut Shake

Rye Whiskey: Cedar Ridge Distillery-Swisher, IA We couldn’t resist! This amazing Rye Whiskey was screaming to be used for dessert and we answered the call. Just a few simple ingredients and we made a delicious shake using a homegrown Iowa spirit. Sweetness of the Rye meets the richness of another Iowa favorite. Blue Bunny Ice… Continue reading Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Cedar Ridge Rye Whiskey Mango-Coconut Shake

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Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: BBQ Pulled Pork w/ a Cedar Ridge Rye Whiskey Pineapple Sweet Onion Spread

  Rye Whiskey: Cedar Ridge Distillery-Swisher, IA Let’s make sure we do this one right. This Rye is smooth and has a comfortable slow burn going down. Easily one of the best whiskey’s being produce in the state of Iowa. Now let’s bring ourselves to cook with it. I know you want to secure this… Continue reading Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: BBQ Pulled Pork w/ a Cedar Ridge Rye Whiskey Pineapple Sweet Onion Spread

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Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Beef Burgundy w/ Ardon Creek Commission Man Red

Commission Man Red: Ardon Creek Winery-Letts, IA Our big ol’ pot was ready for another spectacular creation showcasing one of Iowa’s great wines. 3.5 lbs of delicious Angus beef, a couple hours of simmering, and a huge bowl of noodles later, we had just what we were craving. Letts get to work, Ardon Creek. (Letts…That… Continue reading Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Beef Burgundy w/ Ardon Creek Commission Man Red

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Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Grilled Swordfish Sandwich w/ Cedar Valley Chardonel Swiss Cheese Dip

Chardonel: Cedar Valley Winery-Batavia, IA We’re in the middle of summer which means our outside propane powered cooking device is getting a full workout. The recent days have been warm and that makes sipping on a crisp glass of Iowa white wine even more refreshing. So great that I can’t help but have my pinkie… Continue reading Iowa Recipe Quest-Cooking With Iowa’s Brews, Wines, & Spirits: Grilled Swordfish Sandwich w/ Cedar Valley Chardonel Swiss Cheese Dip