At Home with a Farmer: Banana-Nut Muffins with Tanner Hento
Having open conversations about food and farming with South Dakotans and the farmers who grow it is what we do. In fact, that’s what Hungry for Truth is all about. In our At Home with a Farmer series, we’re stepping into the kitchens of South Dakota farmers to share their favorite homemade recipes and stories that tie back to soy. By connecting farming to food and family tradition, these moments highlight the authenticity of farm life while building trust and awareness of the vital role farmers play in our communities.
A Taste of Home in Avon, South Dakota
In Avon, SD, soybean farmer Tanner Hento and his family know that the best meals are often the simplest ones, especially those made with ingredients that tell a story. When Tanner isn’t in the fields planting or harvesting soybeans and corn, you might find him in the kitchen, baking up a batch of warm Banana-Nut Muffins. It’s a recipe that’s been passed down in his family and perfected over the years, offering comfort after long days on the farm.
From the Field to the Mixing Bowl
Soybeans are more than just a crop, they’re part of a larger cycle that supports families, communities, and sustainability. The same soybeans Tanner grows in his fields can be used to make soybean oil, an ingredient in countless everyday products, including this very recipe.
Using soy oil in place of other cooking oils not only adds a light, moist texture to baked goods but also supports local agriculture. Every bottle of soy oil represents the efforts of South Dakota farmers who care deeply about the land and the people they feed. Choosing soy means choosing sustainability, quality, and a product that’s grown close to home.
Sharing Traditions, Building Trust
As Tanner stirs together mashed bananas, walnuts, and soy oil, it’s easy to see how food and farming are intertwined. Every ingredient tells a story, one that begins in South Dakota’s soil and ends at the family table. Through recipes like these, we’re reminded that farming isn’t just about crops; it’s about connection, care, and community.
Discover More from Tanner’s Farm and Soy-Inspired Recipes
Want to see more of life on Tanner’s farm? Take a behind-the-scenes look in A Day on Tanner Hento’s Farm with Kennedy Frick to learn how he cares for the land and connects his work in the field to the food on our tables.
Looking for more delicious ways to bring soy into your kitchen? Explore our full collection of soy-inspired recipes for more baked goods, meals, and family favorites.
Try Tanner’s Banana-Nut Muffins
Bring a piece of farm life into your own kitchen with Tanner’s Banana-Nut Muffins.
