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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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recipe for arizona chicken chili

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

recipe for amish baked chicken

Amish Baked Chicken

Chicken baked with a crispy, spiced crust turns out perfect every time and lets you enjoy a bit of the simple life.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for kentucky bourbon sweet potatoes

Kentucky Bourbon Sweet Potatoes

Butter, vanilla, and a golden-baked marshmallow topping turn some sweet potatoes into an utterly life-changing casserole.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken picante

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

recipe for tennessee mud spiked coffee

Tennessee Mud Spiked Coffee

This boozy coffee will definitely warm you up on a cold day. It's made with coffee, amaretto, and whiskey and topped with some fluffy whipped cream.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for brown hotel kentucky hot brown

Brown Hotel Kentucky Hot Brown

The Brown Hotel in Kentucky is famous for their Hot Brown sandwich. It's made of turkey, bacon, tomatoes, and mornay sauce on toast. If you can't get to the Brown Hotel...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun chicken over rice

Cajun Chicken Over Rice

Stew up some seasoned chicken with tomatoes, onions, and bell pepper. Serve over white rice to soak up all the spicy sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for louisiana bayou fish fry

Louisiana Bayou Fish Fry

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


recipe for arizona biltmore's pate a choux

Arizona Biltmore's Pate A Choux

Pate a choux, also known as choux pastry, is a pastry dough used in both sweet and savory applications. It's the dough used in profiteroles and cream puffs.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dutch oven hawaiian chicken

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

recipe for louisiana pork chops

Louisiana Pork Chops

Spicy and simple with just a few ingredients. Pork chops are seasoned with red, white, and black pepper then seared in a pan. Then diced tomatoes are added to make a savory sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cajun mustard

Cajun Mustard

Homemade Cajun mustard that's bold, spicy, and a tad sweet. Perfect for adding that extra oomph to your burgers and sausages.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for arizona republic fried onion rings

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

recipe for cream cheese buckeyes

Cream Cheese Buckeyes

Buckeyes reinvented - these little peanut butter treats give a nod to their namesake while keeping things simple and fun. The combination of cream cheese and chips is where the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for maine lobster roll

Maine Lobster Roll

There's something about a Maine lobster roll that just screams summer. Whether you're enjoying one by the beach or in your own backyard, this classic dish is the perfect way to enjoy...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for new york, new york brownies

New York, New York Brownies

These brownies have very little flour in them, making them deliciously rich and dense.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fresh manhattan clam chowder

Fresh Manhattan Clam Chowder

Manhattan clam chowder is made with a tomato-based broth instead of the creamy, New England version. It's savory and a little spicy. And all kinds of delicious!

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


recipe for easy california roll sushi

Easy California Roll Sushi

Made with soy sauce, avocado, mayonnaise, nori, Japanese rice, white vinegar, sugar, imitation crab


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dr. pepper texas chocolate cake

Dr. Pepper Texas Chocolate Cake

Made with baking soda, Dr. Pepper, chocolate chips, eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, shortening, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for new york chocolate egg cream

New York Chocolate Egg Cream

Mix up a refreshing and nostalgic New York chocolate egg cream with just three ingredients: chocolate syrup, light cream, and club soda.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for super texas chili

Super Texas Chili

Made with garlic, red bell peppers, green bell peppers, poblano peppers, jalapeno chilies, chipotle chili, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, coriander

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for buckeye balls

Buckeye Balls

This peanut butter and chocolate candy is shaped to look like the Buckeye nut (also known as a horse chestnut).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for alabama fudge pecan chewies

Alabama Fudge Pecan Chewies

Made with pecan, pecans, flour, butter or margarine, sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, vanilla extract

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for western south carolina-style barbecue sauce

Western South Carolina-Style Barbecue Sauce

The battle of the BBQ between states is a big deal, and sauce is one of the most defining differences in styles. This South Carolina sauce works best with...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for traditional new york pizzeria dough and sauce

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

recipe for amish apple fritters

Amish Apple Fritters

Made with cooking apples, brown sugar, milk, lemon juice, flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, eggs, lemon

Method:   oven, electric skillet/wok
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for texas corn 'n' black bean salsa

Texas Corn 'n' Black Bean Salsa

Delicious salsa with black beans for something a little more substantial than your typical dip. With a bite from jalapeno, this chunky salsa is great on tortilla chips...


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for giardiniera, chicago-style

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

recipe for classic chicago hot dog

Classic Chicago Hot Dog

What's in a real Chicago dog, you ask? The fresh tomatoes and sweet pickle relish are crucial, but you can't forget the fresh-cut fries on the side. Throw on a Cubs hat for good...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for original florida key lime pie

Original Florida Key Lime Pie

Made with egg whites, egg yolks, graham cracker crumbs, margarine, sugar, Key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for green chile fire paste

Green Chile Fire Paste

Spice up all varieties of foods with this paste of jalapenos, serranos, garlic, and vinegar.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun bbq sauce

Cajun Bbq Sauce

This Cajun BBQ sauce takes its sweet time on the stove, simmering for a couple hours to get the flavors just right. Quality just can't be rushed.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cajun chicken burgers

Cajun Chicken Burgers

Get a taste of the bayou with these tender grilled chicken burgers with a hint of Cajun flavor. Also delicious topped with bacon and melty cheese.

Method:   oven, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for hawaiian pork sandwich

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

recipe for baked virginia ham

Baked Virginia Ham

Country ham is baked with an orange juice and brown sugar baste and served with a sweet and savory port-wine sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for buffet chicken salad

Buffet Chicken Salad

This creamy combo of grapes, almonds, and celery with chicken is perfect for sandwiches and crackers, or works in a lettuce wrap if you're serious about those greens!


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cajun blackened spice mix

Cajun Blackened Spice Mix

Make a batch of this Cajun blackened spice mix so you can have some mix on hand whenever the grilling mood strikes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chunky pizza soup

Chunky Pizza Soup

A hearty "pizza" soup made with onion, mushrooms, bell pepper, tomatoes, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for north carolina vinegar grilling sauce

North Carolina Vinegar Grilling Sauce

North Carolina BBQ may be all about the pork, but you can use this authentic vinegar sauce to grill up some outstanding chicken too.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for alabama-mexican chicken casserole

Alabama-Mexican Chicken Casserole

Made with sharp Cheddar cheese, onions, corn chips, cream of chicken soup, enchilada sauce, cubed, cooked chicken

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cajun cocktail sauce

Cajun Cocktail Sauce

This cocktail sauce has just the right proportions of chili sauce, ketchup, and horseradish. It's spicy without being too hot but yet has just the right "bite" to it.


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for nebraska cheese frenchee sandwiches

Nebraska Cheese Frenchee Sandwiches

Made with oil, bread, mayonnaise, American cheese, flour, milk, salt, egg, cornflake crumbs

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker cranberry apple chicken breasts

Slow Cooker Cranberry Apple Chicken Breasts

Set it and forget it. These slow cooker chicken breasts will be a pleasure to come home to. Dried apples and cranberries, lemon juice and brown sugar give...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for light loco moco

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


recipe for kentucky derby thoroughbred pie

Kentucky Derby Thoroughbred Pie

Made with water, butter, eggs, sugar, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for arkansas fried green tomatoes

Arkansas Fried Green Tomatoes

Green tomatoes are ideal for frying. Firm enough that they don't fall apart, and these cornmeal-breaded bites are perfect for dipping in ranch or spicy mayo.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for new mexican salsa

New Mexican Salsa

Good salsa is all about fresh, so when you see the ingredient list you know this one's a winner. If you prefer a salsa with a bit of a kick, leave some of the seeds from the jalapenos...


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for pepper-crusted new york strip steaks

Pepper-Crusted New York Strip Steaks

Made with blackberry preserves, dry red wine, New York strip steaks, olive oil, black peppercorns, salt, beef broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for texas-style stuffed jalapenos

Texas-Style Stuffed Jalapenos

Jalapenos are stuffed with a cream cheese and cheddar mixture, topped with some meaty bacon, and baked until the bacon is crisp and the cheese is bubbly.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for texas sheet cake

Texas Sheet Cake

Made with water, sugar, flour, baking soda, sour cream, eggs, cocoa powder, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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