A slathering of mustard on the fish adds zip to the crispy coating when deep-fried. Best with catfish but works well with other fish too.
Method: deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
U.S. and Canadian Recipes

Recipes attributed to various states such as the Alabama Slammer, Mississippi Mud Pie, or Kansas City (MO) Barbecue Sauce
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Louisiana Bayou Fish Fry
Chicago Style Gyros Sandwich
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
Light Loco Moco
Loco moco is a classic Hawaiian dish. This version lightens it up a bit with a turkey burger. A delicious way to use up leftover gravy.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Louisiana Sweet and Sour Alligator
Sweet and sour style, stirred up with saucy pineapple and bell peppers, this gator tail could almost be mistaken for take-out.
Method: stovetop, deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
Trader Vic's Hawaiian Pork Chops
Rum, ginger, and pineapple bring a full spectrum of island flavor to these simple, baked pork chops.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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Big Bob Gibson's Alabama White BBQ Sauce
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
Amish Friendship Bread And Starter (Non-Pudding Version)
Made with friendship starter, vegetable oil, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, baking soda
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Stovetop Black-Eyed Peas
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
Pennsylvania Dutch Pie Crust
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
Arizona Chicken Chili
Made with chicken breast halves, diced tomatoes, chili powder, black beans or kidney beans, cilantro or sliced green onions, whole kernel golden sweet corn
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Amish Pickled Beets
Made with cinnamon, beets, vinegar, salt, sugar, water
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Authentic Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie
There's nothing quite like an authentic Pennsylvania Dutch shoo fly pie. This classic dessert is made with a rich molasses filling and topped with a buttery...
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
South Texas Cheese Enchiladas with Chile Gravy
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
Basic Hot Buttered Grits
Grits are a Southern staple for a reason. Have them for breakfast, have them with dinner, have them absolutely whenever you please. There's never a bad time for a hot bowl of...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Texas-Style Chicken Fried Steak with Cream Gravy
Made with beef cutlets, egg, milk, flour, vegetable shortening, salt, black pepper, paprika, white pepper
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Kentucky Corn
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
Chicago Style Italian Beef Sandwich
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
Amish Friendship Bread Starter and Bread
Made with milk, vegetable oil, sugar, flour, eggs, vanilla pudding mix, cinnamon, salt, baking soda
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Traditional New York Pizzeria Dough And Sauce
Made with milk, brown sugar, salt, shortening, corn meal, olive oil, yeast, flour, whole peeled tomatoes
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Cheesy Navajo Taco
Grab some fry bread and ground meat for a quick and simple recipe: Cheesy Navajo Tacos stacked with lettuce, cheese, and green chiles.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Hawaiian Pork Sandwich
Turn last night's pork tenderloin into today's Hawaiian-style pork sandwich. Shredded pork is mixed with teriyaki sauce and layered with pineapple on a soft bun.
Time: under 30 minutes
Indiana Spaghetti
If you can boil water, you can make this Indiana spaghetti. It's as simple as cooking bacon, sauteing some onions, and tossing it all together for a winning dish.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Texas Cinnamon Coffee
A nice way to have flavored coffee without adding a lot of calories. Coffee grounds are brewed with cinnamon sticks, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon.
Time: under 30 minutes
New York Submarine Sandwiches
New York may be better known for subways than submarines, but there's no denying that these are some mean ham and salami sandwiches.
Time: under 30 minutes
Rhode Island Clam Cakes
Crab cakes seem to get all the hype; give these clam cakes a shot instead. A crucial complement to clam chowder.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Alabama Corn Sticks
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
Classic Denver Omelet
Also known as a Western omelet, this breakfast dish is made from eggs, ham, bell pepper, and onion. This version has the filling cooked right into the egg instead of the more...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
California Pizza Kitchen Original BBQ Pizza
This CPK copycat BBQ chicken pizza with red onion, gouda, and a honey-infused crust will seriously change the way you do pizza night (or make pizza night a...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
100% Whole Wheat No Oil Bread Machine Pizza Crust
Your whole wheat baked pizzas topped with mushrooms, peppers, onions, or other veggies of choice will be a far cry from greasy delivery slices.
Method: bread machine, oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Tennessee Cornbread
Tennessee cornbread is a variation of cornbread that includes self-rising flour, baking powder, and baking soda to create a lighter, fluffier texture.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Old Fashioned Baked Chicken
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
Copycat Tennessee Ernie Ford's Pea Picking Cake
Yellow or white cake is baked with the addition of mandarin oranges and then frosted with a frosting made from crushed pineapple, Cool Whip, and vanilla...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Dutch Oven Hawaiian Chicken
This chicken dish is slowly cooked in a Dutch oven and then served over rice for an easy Hawaiian-tasting meal.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Hawaiian Waffles With Pineapple And Coconut
Coconut and pineapple waffles topped with bananas and maple syrup. A delicious breakfast from scratch!
Method: waffle maker
Time: 30-60 minutes
California Blue Ribbon Winner Zucchini Bread
Made with baking powder, salt, baking soda, flour, sugar, zucchini, oil, raisins or nuts, cinnamon, vanilla extract
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Cherokee Pepper Pot Soup
Made with celery, corn kernels, venison or beef short ribs or shanks, water, onions, tomatoes, bell pepper, okra, potatoes, carrots
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Slow Cooker Chicken Sausage Jambalaya
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
Creole Meuniere Sauce
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
Texas Enchiladas
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
Virginia Brunswick Stew
A slow-cooked stew that combines tender chicken, sweet corn, and savory beans, Virginia Brunswick Stew delivers simple, wholesome flavors. This dish is for anyone who...
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Rich As A Rockefeller Iowa Brownies
Thanks to chocolate syrup and chopped nuts these brownies are about as rich as can be. Oh, and that's not even mentioning the thick chocolate topping.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Arizona Republic Fried Onion Rings
These crunchy onion rings from Arizona Republic can be either baked or fried.
Method: oven, deep fryer
Time: under 30 minutes
New Mexican Green Chile Stew (Caldillo)
This vibrant verde stew with meat, potatoes, and fresh green chiles is as striking in flavor as it is in color. South of the border flavor wherever you are!
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Rhode Island Johnny Cakes
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
North Carolina Barbecue Sauce
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
100% Whole Wheat Bread
Made with whole wheat flour, active dry yeast or rapid rise yeast, water, milk, salt, honey, vegetable oil
Method: oven
Time: over 2 hours
New York Cheesecake With Graham Cracker Crust
Made with sour cream, eggs, vanilla extract, graham cracker crumbs, butter or margarine, cream cheese, sugar, flour
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
Giardiniera, Chicago-Style
A jar of giardiniera makes a centerpiece, condiment, and gift all in one. Vinegar-packed veggies and hot peppers make an awesome sweet and spicy topping for sausages and hot...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: over 5 hours
Chicken Picante
Ready in 20 minutes and packed full of flavor. Simply bake tender chicken breasts in a dressed up picante sauce and serve over rice for an easy dinner.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Hawaiian Barbecue Sauce
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
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