Iowa Public Television

 

About the Series

Explore the farms, restaurants, and ingredients that make Iowa food uniquely Iowan. Host Charity Nebbe takes viewers on a journey to discover flavorful Iowa ingredients. From apples to spinach to rhubarb and herbs, each episode features a single Iowa ingredient and treats viewers to a spectacular trip from the farm to the table. Explore where these delectable ingredients are grown in Iowa, learn more about some talented chefs who use local ingredients, and join Charity in the kitchen to savor some delicious recipes.

Hosts

  • Charity  Nebbe (Host)

    Charity Nebbe

    Charity Nebbe is the host of Iowa Public Television's Iowa Ingredient program. Charity grew up in... Read more

Recent Stories

Recipe: Duck Confit with Orange Sauce

posted on May 20, 2013

Ingredients 3 Tbsp. salt 4 cloves garlic, smashed 1 shallot, peeled and sliced 6 sprigs thyme coarsly ground black pepper 4 duck legs with thighs 4 cup duck fat Directions Sprinkle 1 Tbsp. of salt in the bottom of a plastic container... More »

Recipe: Country Pork Pâté

posted on May 20, 2013

Ingredients 2 and 1/2 lbs. cubed pork shoulder 10 oz. medium diced pork fat 4 oz. diced bacon 6 fl. oz. crème fraiche 1 and 1/2 whole eggs 1 and 1/2 Tbsp. minced shallot 1 and 1/2 garlic cloves sliced Parsley to taste Thyme to... More »

Cooking Garlic with Chef Ryan Devitt

posted on May 17, 2013

Host Charity Nebbe brings garlic goodness to life as Chef Ryan Devitt shows her how to use Iowa garlic to create tasty dishes like duck with orange sauce and black rice risotto. More »

Garlic From Grade A Gardens, Johnston, Iowa

posted on May 17, 2013

It’s pungent, flavorful and grows well in almost every state in our country. Iowa farmer Jordan Clasen teaches us all about garlic. More »

Chef Ryan Devitt, Kahill's Chophouse, Sioux City

posted on May 17, 2013

With local Iowa ingredients as his guide, Chef Ryan Devitt brings big flavor to northwest Iowa. More »

Iowa's Farmers Markets

posted on May 17, 2013

The popularity of Iowa’s farmers markets is growing, for every age group and in every corner of the state. More »

Cooking Apples with Chef Katie Routh

posted on May 17, 2013

Apple cheddar crisp and apple and onion marmalade are on the menu as host Charity Nebbe cooks with Chef Katie Routh. More »

Apples from Ditmars Orchard, Council Bluffs, Iowa

posted on May 17, 2013

In the early 1900s, Iowa was a top apple-producing state. Apples are still thriving here, especially in southwest Iowa. More »

Author Beth Howard (The World Needs More Pie)

posted on May 17, 2013

Author Beth Howard lives in the American Gothic House in Eldon and embraces the best of everything related to pie. More »

Chef Katie Routh, The Gathering Table...

posted on May 17, 2013

With a huge garden right outside her restaurant door, Chef Katie Routh is able to take fresh to a whole new level. More »

Pork From Dan Wilson's Farm, Paullina, Iowa

posted on May 17, 2013

As the number one pork producing state in the country, Iowa has several different styles for raising these animals. Meet a northwest Iowa farmer who participates in the Niman Ranch program to raise his pigs. More »

Cooking Blueberries with Chef Walter Jahncke

posted on May 17, 2013

Host Charity Nebbe cooks with Chef Walter Jahncke and learns a creative, delicious recipe for blueberry crisp and blueberries foster. More »

Blueberries from The Berry Patch, Nevada, Iowa

posted on May 17, 2013

The Berry Patch in Nevada features "pick your own" blueberries in a scenic Iowa setting. More »

Chef Walter Jahncke, Northside Cafe,...

posted on May 17, 2013

The historic Northside Café in Winterset is home to Chef Walter Jahncke and his fresh, flavorful twist on American dishes. More »

Cooking Gouda Cheese with Chef Nick Illingworth

posted on May 17, 2013

Cheese expert, Chef Nick Illingworth, showcases comfort food at its best with a tasty mac and cheese made with Iowa gouda cheese. More »