Eskimo Pie

Christian Kent Nelson, a school teacher and candy store owner, invented the Eskimo Pie in 1920 in Onawa, Iowa.  His inspiration?  A young boy who was unable to decide between ice cream and a chocolate bar while visiting his store.  

Rice Krispies Treats

Mildred Day, a 1928 graduate of Iowa State University in Home Economics, invented the Rice Krispies Treat as a fundraiser for the Camp Fire Girls.  She was an employee of Kellogg at the time.   

Red Delicious Apples

I'd like to celebrate Iowa foods in the next few images.  To start let's showcase a world-wide favorite...red delicious apples.  Discovered as a seedling in Madison County, Iowa in the late 1800's, it's still just as popular today.