Rhubarb season doesn’t have to mean pie—at least not every time. In this bold and beautifully tart recipe, rhubarb takes a savory turn, pairing with balsamic vinegar, fennel, and purple basil to become a Nordic-inspired relish that’s equal parts punchy and poetic.[...]
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Juneberries on the 4th of July
In North Dakota, juneberries aren’t just fruit—they’re tradition, tucked into secret picking spots and family recipes. While Canada grows them by the acre, here they remain delightfully rooted in folklife. Birds know their value, and so do the locals who net their[...]
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Prairie Fare: Seasoned to perfection – Why cast iron cookware remains in style
The aroma of grilling food often fills neighborhoods at this time of year, bringing a wave of nostalgia with the scent of outdoor cooking. When I was growing up, we did not have a grill until I was nearly in college. My[...]
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Nordic Flavour With An Old Soul
Sometimes honoring culinary heritage doesn’t require fancy gimmicks—just ask the folks behind Reykjavík’s newest restaurant, Torfan. This spring opening takes a refreshingly unpretentious approach in a city overrun with deconstructed Nordic cuisine and seaweed garnishes. Located in a 19th-century building once home[...]
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Cayla’s Kitchen: Wild Turkey Burgers
For a fresh take on wild turkey, North Dakota Game & Fish Marketing Coordinator Cayla Bendel shares this enticing Lemon Basil burger recipe. Full recipe follows below the video. Ingredients & Directions Patties 1 lb ground wild turkey 1 egg ½ tsp.[...]
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Prairie Fare: Hats off to cows and farmers during National Dairy Month
I was figuring out the food activity our 4-H club wanted to do at the next monthly meeting — this was back when I was a club leader. “Let’s make ice cream in a bag!” the children said. “We just made ice[...]
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‘Forever Chemicals’ Found in Popular US Beers, Above EPA Limits
There’s something unsettling about cracking open a cold beer only to learn it may come with a trace of “forever chemicals.” A new study has found PFAS—industrial compounds linked to health risks like cancer and birth defects—in nearly every beer sampled from[...]
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Haute hunted cuisine pushes culinary prowess
At Lander’s Wild Game Cookoff in Wyoming, the usual backcountry staples got a serious upgrade. From moose tacos slow-roasted and sizzled to perfection, to elk arancini with chokecherry mayo, teams of amateur chefs turned harvested game into inventive, restaurant-worthy fare. Held during[...]
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Prairie Fare: Skip the ultraprocessed road snacks
I was feeling nostalgic the other day. My husband and I were driving four hours to our daughter’s college graduation. Our youngest is ready to launch into adulthood and a career. I saw many families with young children at rest stops and[...]
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Young food entrepreneurs are changing the face of rural America
In rural towns across America, food is doing more than feeding people—it’s fueling local economies and drawing in a new generation. As younger, more diverse residents settle outside the cities, they’re bringing fresh energy to farmers markets, food trucks, and shared kitchens.[...]
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Nebraska first in nation to ban soda, energy drinks from public grocery aid benefits
Nebraska is testing new ground in how public food aid is spent. Starting January 1, it will become the first state to prohibit SNAP recipients from using benefits to buy soda, soft drinks, and energy drinks. The move, approved by U.S. Agriculture[...]
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Prairie Fare: Love beans? Skip the symphony
“I was thinking about grilling,” my husband texted me. “How about beans as a side dish?” “That sounds great,” I said. Evidently, he was not worried about beans’ reputation as “the musical fruit.” We aren’t having guests, I thought to myself. We[...]
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Prairie Fare: Celebrate spring with safe, nutritious food
The month of May is marked with celebrations for many families. This year has its usual events for my family with two birthdays and a wedding anniversary. Mother’s Day is in the mix, so I hope they remember. We also have two[...]
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Prairie Fare: Let’s explore the food in our refrigerator
“I heard you and my husband Bill went on a tour of our pantry recently,” Mary says. “Somehow you magically shrank down so you could get to the back of the cupboard.” It’s true, Bill and I had a nice time inspecting[...]
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North Dakota House passes bill establishing rural grocery store grants to governor’s desk
Rural grocery stores are more than shelves and checkouts — they’re anchors of community life. But in North Dakota, many are struggling to survive as corporate chains like Dollar General expand into small towns. Senate Bill 2228 aims to push back, offering[...]
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Prairie Fare: Are seed oils good or bad for health?
“I think we need to toss the oil that is stored in the cupboard,” I said to my intern. She agreed to do the “sniff test” on the variety of oils. She reported several of the bottles had a crayon-like aroma, a[...]