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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Banana Rum Cheesecake
Banana Rum Cheesecake recipe is from a very old Sailor Jerry Rum advertisement. It is an excellent cheesecake.
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Big Boy Strawberry Pie
Big Boy Strawberry features a flaky pie crust filled with a luscious layer of fresh or glazed strawberries, often topped with whipped topping to enhance its flavor and presentation.
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Onion Soup Brisket
Onion Soup Brisket is truly a melt-in-your mouth beef brisket. It's our family's go-to brisket recipe.
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Chicagoland Atomic Cake
This is a very popular bakery cake in the Chicago area. Chicagoland Atomic Cake is best eaten the same day it's made.
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Hamburger Vegetable Soup
Hamburger vegetable soup is a hearty and nutritious soup that includes ground beef (hamburger) as its primary protein source, along with a variety of vegetables and seasonings.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Egg Noodles
Homemade Egg Noodles are a type of pasta made from eggs and flour, often with a touch of salt.
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Shrimp Fajitas
Shrimp Fajitas are a popular Tex-Mex dish that features shrimp marinated and then grilled or sautéed, then served with sautéed bell peppers and onions. The dish is often flavored with spices such as cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and lime juice, giving it a vibrant taste.
