U.S. and Canadian Recipes

No need for 11 herbs and spices with this easy-to-copy version of KFC's sought after secret recipe.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Bring home the taste of the Big Apple. Featuring perfectly grilled hot dogs topped with a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy onion sauce, this recipe recreates a classic street...

Method:   outdoor grill, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This barbecue sauce, with uniquely Hawaiian-style flavors, is delicious as a glaze while grilling chicken, pork, or seafood, or to use as a sweet bbq dipping sauce.


Time:   under 30 minutes

These rich and cheesy grits are made extra creamy by being slowly simmered in half and half with cream cheese stirred in.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Chicken legs are slow cooked in a spiced, smoky barbecue sauce. You can use other chicken pieces as well, just adjust the cooking time as needed if using white...

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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Get your taste buds two-stepping with these Texas enchiladas. Loaded with chili gravy, ground beef, and cheese, they're a meal worthy of any Texas-sized appetite.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

When a dish has "ambrosia" in the name it has a lot to live up to. Not to worry, this refreshing Hawaiian fruit salad is up to the task.


Time:   1-2 hours

Crock pot magic: tender, smoky spareribs slow-cooked in a savory mix of brown sugar, cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Ribs just got a...

Method:   crock pot, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Homemade dressing makes this salad ultra-creamy but hard-boiled eggs are the real secret ingredient to this Amish-style potato salad.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Hominy is a type of corn that has been soaked in an alkaline solution. n this recipe, hominy is fried with bacon and onions to make a delicious side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The rich and creamy filling is made with milk, eggs, sugar, flour, and nutmeg, and is baked in a flaky pie shell. A sprinkle of nutmeg adds the perfect finishing touch to this dish.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Pork and pineapple isn't just for pizza, it's an excellent combo of island flavors over rice, too. Pork and onions quickly pressure-cooked will have you dreaming of a...

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

Sausage, shrimp, okra and rice provide all the great flavors of a classic Louisiana style gumbo in this recipe but with the ease of the crock pot.

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Nothing says Hawaiian flavor like the pairing of pineapple and soy sauce. Using that dynamic duo in a marinade is an awesome idea for flavorful grilled chicken.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   over 5 hours

If you love King's Hawaiian bread then you must try this copycat recipe!

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

A beautiful one-pot chicken dinner. Chicken cooked in bacon grease along with potatoes, carrots, and onions fills this sensational skillet all the way up.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This moist baked dressing packed with chopped chicken thighs, sage, and savory veggies is a great example of a scratch-made Amish recipe.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Craving some Southern comfort? This Alabama Cornbread is easy to whip up in just 25 minutes! Made with cornmeal and buttermilk, it's the perfect sidekick to your favorite BBQ.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This copycat CPK pizza brings the Thai flavor with a spicy peanut sauce, shredded carrots and cilantro. If you're up for a delicious kitchen...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These Texas-style baked beans have triple the meaty flavor by slow cooking bacon, ham, and smoked pork in a rich tomato-ey sauce.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

Beef and onions cooked with tomato soup, egg noodles, and cream of mushroom soup make a hearty and simple dish.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Meuniere means "miller's wife" in French. The classic recipe contains browned butter with lemon juice and parsley. This Creole version adds fish stock to a flavorful...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with lard, shortening, salt, all-purpose flour, baking powder, nonfat milk


Time:   under 30 minutes

Italian beef sandwiches are as classic Chicago as deep dish pizza. Roast beef served on a French roll with some mozzarella brings home a taste of the windy city.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with white vinegar, sugar, prepared yellow mustard, elbow macaroni pasta, hard-cooked eggs, onion, celery, red bell pepper, dill pickle relish, salad dressing

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with mild cheddar cheese, olive oil, chili powder, water, flour, cumin, ground oregano, garlic powder, garlic salt, grated mild cheddar cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Cooked in a crock pot, this savory jambalaya combines chicken, smoked sausage, Creole seasoning, veggies, and rice, creating a flavorful and hearty dish.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

The Amish keep thing simple as is the case with this tried and true chocolate chip cookie recipe. Nothing fancy, just delicious cookies every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This flavorful cheesecake uses lower fat ingredients so you can indulge in a sweet treat without the guilt.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

This Pennsylvania Dutch pie crust is perfect for holidays and special occasions. The flaky crust pairs wonderfully with a variety of pies, from sweet to savory.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Shrimp and cooked pasta are tossed with a slowly simmered, well seasoned tomato sauce to make this delicious meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Tender dumplings are simmered with bites of chicken in a rich chicken stock to make the ultimate in Southern comfort food.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cinnamon, beets, vinegar, salt, sugar, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A composed salad is the perfect dish to serve at any gathering or celebration. It is fresh, healthy, and delicious, and it can be made in a variety of different ways...


Time:   30-60 minutes

This fried rice recipe has all the essential elements of traditional Asian fried rice with the addition of Hawaiian ingredients like pineapple and macadamia nuts.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Did you know that black-eyed peas aren't peas at all? They are delicious, though - especially when spiced well and slow cooked on the stovetop with bacon, onion, and olive oil....

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

When it comes to corn, Kentucky knows what's up. This delectable dish is the perfect mix of savory and sweet. The combo of cornbread mix, corn, and sour cream are undeniably delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Say goodbye to ordinary barbecue sauces and hello to something extraordinary. Big Bob Gibson's Alabama white BBQ sauce brings a creamy richness that's perfect...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Johnny cakes, also known as hoe cakes, are a cornmeal flatbread or pancake. Serve them like you would pancakes, with butter and maple syrup (or other toppings).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

The simplicity of Amish cooking is what makes it so good. They use time-tested methods and ingredients like adding apple to this chicken noodle soup to help balance the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Stewed with onions, tomatoes, and spices, these pinto beans make a stellar Southwest side dish.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This Chicago-style pocket with lamb, beef, and homemade Tzaziki sauce will have you skipping the street carts and grabbing the cutting board.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

North Carolina BBQ starts off with a heavy dose of tangy cider vinegar. Throw in some brown sugar and ketchup and we've got ourselves a sauce perfect for pork sandwiches...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with milk, vegetable oil, sugar, flour, eggs, vanilla pudding mix, cinnamon, salt, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Good cheesecake is pretty much redundant, but this is a REALLY good cheesecake. Citrus peel and vanilla extract add delicious, subtle flavors to a heavenly thick New...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

You'll fall in love with these tender pork steaks baked in a veggie-packed sweet and sour pineapple sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Philly cheese steak and meatloaf is a match made in heaven! Hearty meatloaf gets topped Philly-style with melted provolone, peppers and onions. Leftovers for sandwiches...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Sloppy Joes done the Texas way - piled high with ground beef, pinto beans, and green chiles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you've got a cast iron corn stick pan lying around your kitchen, it's high time you used it. If you don't have one just pour the mix into a muffin tin and make some Alabama corn...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Bacon, brown sugar, and molasses give the thick, pressure cooked navy bean mixture a great balance of sweet and savory.

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   over 5 hours