Fresh, Easy, and Family-Friendly Recipes
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Browse recipes made with wholesome ingredients that fit busy lifestyles. From quick weeknight meals to seasonal favorites, you'll find nutritious recipe ideas along with tips for preparing and enjoying foods grown by South Dakota farmers.
This homemade vanilla soy milk ice cream recipe highlights the versatility of South Dakota soybeans. Made with creamy soy milk, this dairy-free dessert is simple, delicious and perfect for sharing with family.
Celebrate New Year's Eve with this easy and fun sparkling ice cream drink! With just three ingredients—strawberry ice cream, sparkling grape juice (or champagne), and fresh raspberries—you can whip up a refreshing drink that’s perfect for all ages. Add it to your list of New Year’s Eve drink ideas and ring in the new year!
Step into the Williams family kitchen in Platte, South Dakota, where ranchers Calli and Tate share their favorite tri-tip steak recipe and a glimpse into farm life. From feeding soy to their cattle to grilling on their Big Green Egg, their story connects the journey from soil to steak—and reminds us how farming, food, and family all come together at the table.
Step into the kitchen with South Dakota soybean farmer Tanner Hento as he shares his family’s Banana-Nut Muffin recipe and the connection between farming, food, and sustainability. Discover how soy brings flavor and purpose to every bite.
Finding quick, nutritious snacks for kids can be a challenge. These easy soy-based recipes are packed with protein, flavor, and fun—perfect for busy families!
Fall mornings call for something warm and comforting, and these soy-infused caramel rolls deliver just that. Made with fortified soy milk, they’re soft, sweet, and sustainable—showing how one simple ingredient can add both nutrition and a meaningful connection to South Dakota’s soybean farmers.
Celebrate National Dairy Month with a creamy Peanut Butter Milkshake! Discover how soy-based ingredients bring delicious flavor and bone-health benefits.
Grilling season is here, and what better way to celebrate National Beef Month than with a simple yet flavorful beef marinade? Made with soy sauce, garlic, honey, and a few pantry staples, this marinade enhances every bite of your kabobs.
Few dishes are as satisfying as a perfectly grilled steak, and this Grilled Chimichurri Soy Steak takes it to the next level. With a savory soy marinade and a zesty chimichurri sauce, this recipe combines bold flavors, easy preparation, and sustainability in every bite.
Discover the vibrant flavors of Edamame Pesto Pasta Salad—a protein-packed, customizable dish perfect for meal prep, light lunches, or any occasion!
Ever struggled with dry, tough pork? South Dakota farmer Peggy Greenway shares her expert tips for cooking a juicy, flavorful pork loin every time. From cooking to the perfect temperature to letting the meat rest, Peggy proves it’s all about preparation.
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Join South Dakota farmers Drew and Lauren Peterson for another edition of At Home with a Farmer as they prepare their family's favorite lamb chislic. Learn how they achieve a perfectly crispy finish, why soybean oil works well for frying and how simple meals bring their family together around the table.