American
American cuisine is incredibly diverse and reflects the wide range of cultural influences that have shaped the United States throughout its history. It incorporates various culinary traditions from Indigenous peoples, European settlers, African slaves, and more recent immigrant communities.
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Melt in Your Mouth Chicken
Melt in your mouth chicken refers to a chicken dish that is exceptionally tender and flavorful. The secret to achieving this tender texture often lies in the cooking method, marinade, or seasoning used. In this case, the Greek Yogurt is the magic ingredient. Tips to Achieve Tender Chicken Don’t overcook: Overcooking is the main cause of dried-out chicken.…
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Hamburger Vegetable Soup
A very warming and nutritious soup for chilly fall and winter days. Serve with soda crackers or cornbread. Hamburger vegetable soup is a hearty and nutritious soup that typically includes ground beef (hamburger) as its primary protein source, along with a variety of vegetables and seasonings. The ingredients can vary widely, but common vegetables include carrots, potatoes, celery, bell…
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Cajun Shrimp and Corn Chowder
Cajun shrimp and corn chowder is a flavorful and hearty soup that combines shrimp, sweet corn, and a variety of seasonings typical of Cajun cuisine. This dish often includes a creamy base, which is achieved through a mixture of broth and cream or milk, along with ingredients such as potatoes, onions, garlic, bell peppers, and celery. The distinctive flavors come…
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Deep Fried Ice Cream
Deep fried ice cream is a dessert that involves coating a scoop of ice cream in a batter and then frying it until the batter is golden brown and crispy. The exact origin of this dessert is difficult to pinpoint definitively, but it’s likely a relatively recent invention, probably emerging in the 1990s or 2000s. While specific locations are…
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Kicked Up Barbecue Sauce
Kicked Up Barbecue Sauce is a great way to enhance bottled barbecue sauce. There are four variations! Kicked up barbecue sauce refers to a barbecue sauce that has been enhanced or spiced up with additional ingredients to create a more intense or unique flavor profile. Barbecue sauce can be used in a myriad of ways, from a simple glaze…
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Egg Noodles
Homemade Egg Noodles are a type of pasta made primarily from eggs and flour, often with a touch of salt. They are known for their rich flavor, chewy texture, and versatility in various dishes such as soups, stir-fries, and casseroles. Making egg noodles from scratch can be a simple process that yields delicious results. Basic Ingredients for Egg…
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Beef Barley Soup
Beef Barley Soup is a hearty and nutritious dish made with tender chunks of beef, barley, celery, onions, garlic, potato, carrots and a flavorful broth. It’s seasoned with herbs such as thyme and bay leaves to enhance its taste. Barley is a type of cereal grain that belongs to the grass family (Poaceae). Its scientific name is Hordeum vulgare.…
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Creamy Coleslaw
Creamy Coleslaw is a versatile dish that can be easily adapted with various ingredients and flavor profiles. Tips for Making Great Creamy Coleslaw Let it Sit: Allow the coleslaw to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to let the flavors meld. Texture: Adjust the crunchiness by varying the thickness of your vegetable cuts or…
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Creole Barbecued Shrimp
Creole barbecued shrimp is a flavorful and spicy dish that hails from Louisiana’s Creole cuisine. Creole barbecued shrimp features large shrimp marinated and cooked in a savory, sauce-heavy marinade. Below the recipe card is an easy oven version of this dish. Never overcook shrimp. An easy way thing to remember when cooking shrimp is to use the “C-O Method”.…
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Spumoni Cake
Spumoni Cake is so tasty! It is also extremely pretty. I’ve been making it for years. Spumoni cake is a dessert inspired by the traditional Italian spumoni, which is a layered ice cream treat typically made with three flavors—chocolate, pistachio, and cherry—along with nuts and fruit. This cake captures the essence of these flavors in cake form. The cake…
