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Kitchen Stock | August 2024

Cowboy approved recipes used by our favorite country cooks.

In the kitchen with Rita Cook-Miller, Summit Farms of Hubbard, Iowa



Tell us about yourself.

"I grew up on a diversified farm near Hubbard, Iowa where my family raises cattle, hogs, corn, and soybeans. I attended Iowa State University and have a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business and economics. After college, I worked for the Coalition to Support Iowa’s Farmers. When I had the opportunity to move back closer to my family’s farm, I took it. Today my husband, Roy, and I reside near Hubbard, about 5 miles from where I grew up. I work for Merck Animal Health and am also pursuing a master’s in business administration (MBA) through Auburn University. My husband, Roy, manages the purebred cattle and draft horse operations for Summit Farms. We raise Angus, Red Angus, Simmental, and Charolais cattle and sell private treaty bulls every spring. We also offer females year-round via private treaty. And in our free time, we enjoy working with our quarter and draft horses."


What is your most requested dish?

"My most requested dish is probably cracker pudding or corn dip. Ironically, I’m allergic to corn so I can’t eat the dip, but they tell me it’s amazing (and it’s easy to make)."


What is your least favorite job in the kitchen?

"Deciding what to make."



What is your favorite cooking tip/trick?

"Find what works for you and go with it! Complicated recipes give me anxiety, so I’ve found simple, easy recipes that work for me (and are delicious too)."


Where did you learn to cook?

"My mom is a phenomenal cook. Unfortunately, I didn’t inherit her skills. As a kid, I preferred to be outside helping my dad. But I have learned enough to be dangerous."








Sale Offerings:

Private treaty offerings available year-round.


Photos courtesy Rita Cook-Miller.

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