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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Black-Eyed Peas and Ham
With a Southwestern touch, there is a more complicated list of ingredients with this recipe. This Black-Eyed Peas and Ham is a fancier version than the classic which most often uses ham hocks.
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Kalua Pig
Kalua pig is a traditional Hawaiian dish made from pork that is slow-cooked in an underground oven called an "imu."
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Dark Chocolate Crazy Cake
The only thing crazy about this cake is the way it’s made. Regardless, it is quite a wonderful, moist and tasty cake.
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Chocolate Covered Cherries
Chocolate-covered cherries are a delightful treat made by encasing maraschino cherries (or fresh cherries) in a coating of chocolate. These sweet confections are often enjoyed during holidays or special occasions.
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Ugly Duckling Cake
Despite being ugly, this Ugly Duckling Cake is delicious. An “Ugly Duckling Cake” is a fun and whimsical baking project, often themed after the classic fairy tale “The Ugly Duckling.”
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Sawmill Gravy
Rumor has it that Sawmill Gravy, according to Joe Dabney, author of the cookbook, Smokehouse Ham, Spoon Bread and Scuppernong Wine, dates back to the Treemont Logging Camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains at about the dawn of the 20th century.
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Sweet Hawaiian Chicken with Brown Rice
Serve Sweet Hawaiian Chicken with brown rice and a green salad for a complete meal.
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Green Beans, Ham and Potatoes
Green Beans Ham and Potatoes is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender green beans, savory chunks of ham, and soft potatoes, and seasoned with spices for added depth.
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Shrimp Creole
Shrimp Creole is a flavorful dish originating from Louisiana, traditionally made with shrimp simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce that includes ingredients like bell peppers, onions, celery, bell pepper, garlic, and a blend of spices such as bay leaves, chili powder and Tabasco Sauce.
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Apple Butter
Apple Butter is a sweet, smooth spread made by slow-cooking apples with sugar and cinnamon and cloves until it reaches a thick, buttery consistency.
