If you’re a bit of a sweet corn snob, and your idea of soul-food is a Maid Rite or breaded pork tenderloin, you’re probably from Iowa. If you still aren’t sure, here are 14 undeniable ways you know you’re from America’s Heartland.

1. You know what RAGBRAI is.
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2. Your idea of a beach vacation is heading up to Okoboji.
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3. You're a bit of a sweet corn snob.
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4. And puppy chow is your dessert of choice.
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5. It will always be pop to you.
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6. And this is your idea of soul food.
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7. You also know that nothing compares to an Iowa-style pork tenderloin.
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8. You know the salty, crunchy deliciousness of Sterzings.
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9. And the chocolaty, cherry heaven of a Twin Bing.
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10. You know what good ice cream is.
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11. And you have high standards for fresh produce, thanks to all the amazing local farmers markets.
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12. You know that field corn isn't for eating.
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13. And you are a master at avoiding the wildlife that likes to hang out in the road.
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14. One last way you know you're from Iowa: You're always being told how nice you are. You're, like, Iowa nice.
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How many of these are true for you? What else would you add to this list?

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