The United States is a melting pot of different cultures and flavors. These recipes really reflect that!
Starters and Sides
Popovers
Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Popovers are light rolls made from an egg batter. The first written recipe originates from 19th century United States. In 1876, a popover recipe was featured in Practical Cooking and Dinner Giving by Mary Henderson. Popovers are an American version of Yorkshire pudding. Yorkshire pudding comes from 18th century…
Garlic Knots
Bring the taste of a favorite pizzeria appetizer right to your kitchen! Garlic knots are mainly found at pizzerias around the United States. They are typically made from scraps of bread or pizza dough, covered in oil, herbs, and cheese then baked. Many people like to dip them in marinara sauce or use them to…
Chicken Noodle Soup
A warm comforting recipe from childhood! People of all ages love chicken noodle soup. Many countries have their own style of a soup with chicken and noodles in it. The version from this recipe was brought to the United States from Europe. Along with chicken pieces and noodles the popular soup would include vegetables like…
One Pot Macaroni and Cheese
A one pot dish that is beloved by most! Make this your go to dish when you are not sure what to cook! Macaroni and cheese is a well-loved comfort food in America. It was brought to the United States by Thomas Jefferson, America’s third president. Thomas Jefferson was visiting France and he fell in…
Orzo Pasta Salad
This pasta salad is light and flavorful! Perfect for picnics and potlucks! This recipe is super easy! Orzo looks like rice, but it is actually a pasta! In Italian it is called risoni or “large grains of rice”. It is a short pasta, traditionally made with white flour, but can also be made with whole…
Potatoes O’Brien
This potato dish is a perfect side dish for breakfast, but will also go great with corned beef for dinner! Potatoes O’Brien is a dish where potatoes are pan fried with bell peppers. This dish was invented in the United States, but the exact place of origin of the dish is often disputed. In the…
Gruyere Buttermilk Biscuits
These savory biscuits are lovely for breakfast and brunch, but also pair perfectly with dinner recipes! These are so simple to make you do not even need a biscuit cutter for this recipe! Gruyere is a cheese that comes from Fribourg, Switzerland. The name comes from the town of Gruyeres. The cheese has been described…
Easy Fried Calamari
This crispy dish makes for a lovely appetizer! Calamari translates to “squid” in Italian. When the word is heard in the United States it is associated with a dish of battered and deep fried squid rings and tentacles. The American calamari dish is typically served with a sauce, and is usually served as an appetizer.…
Savory Southern Style Sausage Gravy
This luscious sausage gravy is perfect for a plate of biscuits and gravy! It is flavorful, comforting, and you will love how simple it is! Make it for breakfast or brunch! Many culinary historians and food writers believe that the dish biscuits and gravy originated in Southern Appalachia during the late 1800s. It was made…
Perfectly Grilled Corn
This summery side dish will bring joy and happiness to any barbecue or picnic! Corn, also known as maize, is an edible grain. This crop is one of the most widely distributed food crops in the world. It originated in the Americas. Corn was first domesticated about 10,000 years ago by the native people of…
Crispy Fried Green Tomatoes with Remoulade
This crispy dish symbolizes warmth and good times. When you have green tomatoes in your garden or see them at your local market pick up a few and fry them up! Fried green tomatoes make a great appetizer or side dish! Fried green tomatoes are a simple dish where unripe green tomatoes are sliced thinly…
Slightly Healthier Cheddar Biscuits
Cheddar biscuits are wonderful for brunch or breakfast! They will accompany many dinner dishes wonderfully. My biscuit recipe is so uncomplicated that you will not even need a biscuit cutter! These biscuits will be a little healthier because the ingredients include egg whites and less butter than traditional biscuit recipes. Even though they are less…
Shareable Rosemary Bread
Rosemary bread is super simple and easy to make! It will complement many meals deliciously. This recipe makes two loaves so make one for you and one for a friend! It may be hard to believe, but I was a very picky eater when I was little. I still ate what was put in front…
Southern Style Flaky Biscuits
Is there nothing better than a flaky biscuit? Look below for simple steps on how to make delectable Southern Style Biscuits! Cover them with sausage gravy or eat them with fried chicken! The term “biscuit” was a British word that describes a thin cookie or cracker. In the United States, especially the South, biscuit means…
Main Dishes
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya Recipe
Have the flavors of a New Orleans favorite in your own kitchen! Jambalaya originates from New Orleans, Louisiana. It is similar to a dish called paella from Spain. During the 1700’s when Spanish Colonists attempted to make paella in Louisiana they discovered that there was no saffron to be found. Saffron is one of the…
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
A plate of fried chicken is the ultimate comfort food! *Buttermilk substitute recipe included Despite its name buttermilk contains no butter. Originally, buttermilk was the liquid left behind after churning butter. Now in modern times it is homogenized and cultured. Buttermilk is enjoyed in many countries as a drink or as an ingredient in fun…
Pork Tenderloin and Dill Potatoes
A one pan dish that takes only 30 minutes to cook! Pork Tenderloin is aptly named. It is the most tender part of the animal because the muscles are for posture instead of for movement. It is also known as a Gentleman’s cut or a pork filet. I have seen pork tenderloin prepared in many…
Black Bean Mushroom Burgers
A vegetarian classic! Great for BBQs and picnics! Veggie burgers are a type of burger patty that does not include any meat. They are composed of ingredients like beans, grains, nuts, seeds, or fungi. Recipes for “vegetable” burgers containing no meat have been cited in print form as early as 1969. The first veggie burger…
Stuffed Cabbage
A delicious one-pot recipe! It tastes warm and comforting! Stuffed cabbage is a dish that includes cooked cabbage leaves filled with a variety of fillings. It can be filled with meat like beef, pork, or lamb. There is usually a grain like rice or barley. Sometimes mushrooms and vegetables are used in the filling. The…
Baked Lemon Tilapia
This fish dish is very easy to make! It is simple enough for a meal prep and elegant enough for a special dinner. Tilapia is a freshwater fish that belong to the cichlid family. The flesh of the tilapia is white, categorizing it as a white fish. It has a mild flavor which makes it…
One Pan Lamb Dinner
Got a special occasion coming up? Create this simple yet elegant one pan dinner! I created this dish because I wanted to make something special for my anniversary dinner with my husband, but I also did not want to create a ton of dishes. By keeping the meal a one pan recipe I was able…
Chicken Fajitas for Two
Want a tasty, easy-to-make meal to share with that special someone? Look no further than Chicken Fajitas for Two! Fajitas were invented in Texas around the late 1930s or early 1940s. They were created by Mexican ranch workers that were living in West Texas, along the Texas/Mexico border. The ranch workers were given the tougher,…
Baja Fish Tacos
A West Coast favorite! Eat them outside under the sunshine! Modern Baja Fish Tacos come from Baja California in Mexico. The tacos are filled with deep fried battered fish, and garnished with spicy mayonnaise, shredded lettuce, salsa, and lime wedges. They are a variation on the original fish taco invented by the indigenous people that…
Juicy Hamburgers
Fire up the grill and enjoy this juicy hamburger recipe! Hamburgers were created during the late eighteenth century in Hamburg, Germany. The Hamburg Steak was a German dish where low grade beef was shredded and flavored with regional spices, it was eaten both raw and cooked. The seaport town of Hamburg was teaming with sailors.…
Baked Chicken Parmesan
This restaurant favorite is typically fried, but baking Chicken Parmesan will cut down on grease while still maintaining flavor! The dish, pollo alla parmigiana or Chicken Parmesan, was actually invented in the United States, not Italy. Chicken Parmesan is a variation on a traditional Sicilian dish, parmigiana di melanzane or Eggplant Parmesan. When immigrants from…
Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs
These ribs are incredibly tender! They are so easy to make! Just place the ribs and sauce in a slow cooker, give them some time, and enjoy! Baby back ribs are the parts ribs that are connected to the backbone beneath the loin muscles. They are named “baby” because they are shorter than spare ribs.…
Sausage and Peppers
This simple dish is such a treat! Make it for parties or for a hearty lunch! Sausage and peppers is an Italian-American dish. The primary ingredients are Italian sausage and bell peppers. The dish can be eaten as a stand alone dish, it can be served with pasta, or made into a sandwich. There are…
Ooey Gooey Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This classic lunch dish is beloved by both children and adults! They are super easy to make! Why not create one today? A grilled cheese sandwich is made up of sliced bread and sliced or grated cheese and is typically fried in butter. The ingredients of the American style of grilled cheese were made possible…
Pressed Cubano Sandwiches (Cuban Sandwich)
My recipe was inspired by the movie Chef!These pressed Cubano sandwiches are a great blend of tangy, savory, cheesy, and crispy! You have to make one yourself, you will be surprised by how good they are! Cubano sandwiches also known as Cuban sandwiches or Cafe Cubanos are a popular sandwich in South Florida, especially in…
Savory Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos
Slow cookers are beautiful because raw ingredients go in and a few hours later a flavorful meal is finished. My slow cooker savory chicken tacos are super easy to make and delectably flavorful! The modern slow cooker cooking apparatus was invented by Irving Nachumsohn. On January 23, 1940 he received the patent for his invention…
Baked Beef Meatballs with Pasta (Spaghetti and Meatballs)
This classic comfort food is beloved by all! Make it for friends, family, and children! It is super easy to cook. Despite what most people assume, spaghetti and meatballs did not originate in Italy. There is a spaghetti pasta and there are meatballs in Italy, but the popular dish is not something one of would…
Simple Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
A whole meal in one pot! Cook this classic dish in a new style. The Instant Pot makes pressure cooking so easy! Corned Beef and Cabbage is a dish that we always associate with Ireland. In the olden days, cattle in Ireland were not typically used for meat, they were used for farming, and milk…
Cousin K’s Chicken and Dumplings
Warm up your home with a large bowl of chicken and dumplings. This dish is pure comfort food. It is the food equivalent of a warm hug! Chicken and dumplings is a popular comfort food from the American South. It is a soup in which chicken is cooked in water and the chicken broth created…
Super Simple Rack of Lamb
Rack of lamb is a meal that always conveys elegance. Many people find this upscale dish a rather daunting thing to conquer. I can assure you that I have made the tasks in this recipe super simple and user friendly! Try it out and impress your guests with minimal effort! When we look at the…
Eggs Benedict with Blender Hollandaise
Eggs Benedict is a rich delectable dish. It is typically eaten for brunch or breakfast. I have made creating this difficult dish easier with a few specific steps. This dish is decadent, so only make it for special occasions! Eggs Benedict is a dish that consists of poached eggs, ham or bacon, English muffins, and…
Juicy Turkey Burgers
When you want a juicy burger that is a little easier on your heart, a turkey burger is a good way to go! Turkey is lean and delicious! Making Turkey Burgers is super easy! Hamburgers originate from the Hamburg Steak. Hamburg Steak was a German dish where low grade beef was shredded and flavored with…
Desserts and Baked Goods
One Bowl Banana Pancakes
These pancakes taste just like banana bread! You only need one large bowl to mix everything in, so no extra dishes to clean up! Pancakes, also known as griddlecakes, hotcakes, and flapjacks, are flat cakes that are prepared in a frying pan or griddle. They are usually made from a starch-based batter that also contains…
Simple Pizza Dough Bagels
Pizza dough is so versatile! It is great for making bagels! Bagels are made out of flour, water, salt, yeast, and malt. Its dough is boiled and then baked. The earliest written references to bagels were from Krakow, Poland in 1610. Bagels were brought in the United States during the late 19th century by Eastern…
Lucky #7 Chocolate Cupcakes
Adults and children alike will love these cupcakes! Frosting recipes included. Cupcakes were first described in 1796 in American Cookery by Amelia Simmons. It was described as “a light cake to bake in small cups”. The first documented time the term “cupcake” was used was in 1828 in Receipts a cookbook by Eliza Leslie. They…
One Bowl Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Got an old banana in your kitchen? Use it to make cookies with this one bowl recipe! Bananas were believed to have originated around 10,000 years ago. Some scientists think that bananas were the first fruits. The first bananas were thought to be grown in the area that embodies Indonesia, Malaya Peninsula, the Philippines and…
Small Special Occasion Cake
This small cake is great for anniversaries, a special date, a small celebration, or for a wedding couple celebrating with just each other! White wedding cakes used to be a sign of wealth, because white sugar was so expensive. It was Queen Victoria of England that set the trend for white wedding cakes, which eventually…
Chewy Chewbacca Wookie Cookies
Peanut butter cookies with a Star Wars Twist! A one bowl recipe! Chewbacca is a well loved character in the Star Wars franchise. Chewbacca “Chewie” is of the Wookie species from the planet Kashyyyk. His best friend is Captain Han Solo and together they have wonderful adventures! Chewbacca is a warrior, smuggler, and a resistance…
Banana Nut Muffins
A coffeehouse classic made right in your own kitchen! Some scientists believe that bananas were the first fruits. Bananas were believed to have originated around 10,000 years ago. The first bananas were thought to be grown in the area that embodies the Philippines, Malaya Peninsula, Indonesia, and New Guinea. The variety of banana that is…
Strawberry Shortcake
An American favorite summertime treat! A shortcake is small sweet spongecake or an American style biscuit. Strawberry shortcake is a well-known dessert that includes shortcake, strawberries mixed with sugar that have sat for an hour and released their juices (macerated), and whipped cream. The first written recipe for strawberry shortcake appeared in a 1588 English…
Orange Honey Pound Cake
A simple dessert that can be eaten any time of the day! Pound cake is a type of cake that is typically baked in a loaf pan or Bundt pan. It originated in Europe during the early 18th century. The name comes from the fact that in early recipes for the cake a pound of…
Peach Cobbler for Two
A lovely dessert for picnics, barbecues, and potlucks now just for two people! Cobbler is a dessert that consists of fruit that is covered in batter or biscuit dough before it is baked. The cobbler recipes from the American South resemble a deep dish pie with a top and bottom crust. While in the United…
Peach Pound Cake
This pound cake is moist and delicious! Baking with peaches makes this dessert perfect for summer! A pound cake is a kind of cake that is typically baked in a loaf pan or Bundt pan. Pound cake was created in Europe during the early 18th century. Early recipes for the cake included a pound of…
Blueberry Muffins
This classic muffin is simple to make and tastes great! A one bowl baking recipe! Blueberries are native to America. All high bush commercial blueberries can trace its origins to the pine barrens of New Jersey. Elizabeth White, the daughter of a New Jersey cranberry farmer, wanted to grow an industry that cultivated blueberries. She…
Small Batch Carrot Cake Cupcakes
This one bowl cupcake recipe is perfect tea parties, brunches, and small baby and bridal showers! Carrot cake is a type of cake that includes shredded carrots and other fun ingredients like nuts and fruit. The earliest written recipe for the modern style of carrot cake was included in The Twentieth Century Bride’s Cookbook. It…
Lighter Greek Yogurt Cheesecake
This recipe still gives you delightful cheesecake flavors, but is made with less sugar and cream cheese! Cheesecake was invented by the ancient Greeks in 230 A. D. The first recorded recipe for cheesecake was written by Greek writer Athenaeus. The recipe said to pound cheese until smooth, push it through a sieve, add spring…
Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These chewy cookies will be loved by kids and adults alike! Oatmeal cookies are a type of drop cookie. The recipe usually includes a mix-in like raisins or chocolate chips. They became popular in the United States during the early 1900s as a “health food”, due to the increased fiber from the oatmeal. There is…
Cherry Muffins
These simple muffins are great for an elegant brunch or to eat as a weekday breakfast! The earliest written evidence about cherries was during 300 BCE, but archaeologists have discovered fossilized cherry pits from prehistoric times. Washington state grows about 62% of the United States’ sweet cherries. With California and Oregon, the three states together…
Lemon Blackberry Cupcakes
These moist, fruity, delectable cupcakes will be the hit of any gathering! Make them for bridal showers, baby showers, or birthday parties! Cupcakes got their name from how they were originally prepared. Before muffin tins were invented cupcakes were baked in individual “cups” like ramekins, molds, or pottery cups. The first written description of cupcakes…
Crunchy Plum Crisp
Crisps taste like pie, but are much easier to make! Make this crisp while the plums are in season! A crisp is a dessert where fruit is covered with a topping that is crisp and crumbly when baked. The crisp topping usually consists of butter, sugar, flour and sometimes oatmeal. The oatmeal gives the crisp…
Apple Cider Pie Cheesecake
This cheesecake recipe brings together two of the most favored flavors of fall; apple cider and apple pie! It is delectable and will please a crowd! Cheesecake was created in 230 A. D. by the ancient Greeks. The Greek writer Athenaeus wrote first recorded recipe for cheesecake. The original recipe said to pound cheese until…
Small Batch Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes
This cupcake recipe is perfect for a small gathering! They taste like a chocolate peanut butter cup! Warning: Recipe is delicious and contains peanut products. Peanut Butter is a spread made from peanuts. It was a reliable source of protein during two world wars. There has been evidence that ancient Inca people of South America…
Spooky Halloween Cupcakes
These delectable cupcakes will be the hit of any Halloween gathering! They are adorably spooky! Halloween is a spooky holiday that is celebrated each year on October 31st. The holiday originated over 2,000 years ago from the ancient Celtic festival called Samhain. It was observed on November 1st, it celebrated the new year, and people…
Apple Turnovers
These apple treats will bring a smile to any face! They are warm and delicious! This recipe is super simple! Apple turnovers were one of my favorite things to eat as a child. My father would buy them for me from the grocery store bakery and I would excitedly eat them for breakfast. He would…
Moist Apple Pound Cake
This pound cake is delicious and super simple to make! Have it for breakfast or serve it with tea! A pound cake is a kind of cake that is typically baked in a loaf pan or Bundt pan. Pound cake was created in Europe during the early 18th century. Early recipes for the cake included…
Perfect Pumpkin Muffins
These pumpkin muffins are perfect for breakfast or brunch! They will be loved by kids and adults alike! Pumpkins are a type of gourd. They are native to North America. They were brought to Europe during an event called the “Columbian Exchange”. The pumpkins grown in the New England part of North America were in…
Wonderful Pumpkin Waffles
Pumpkin waffles are amazing for breakfast or brunch! The whole family will love them! Pumpkins are a versatile gourd that are native to North America. They were brought to Europe during an event called the “Columbian Exchange”. Pumpkins grown in the New England were known to be larger, tastier, and more plentiful than the ones…
Mini Vegan Pumpkin Bundt Cakes
These little cakes are moist and delicious! Let the pumpkin come alive in this recipe! Vegan means to not ingest any animal products whatsoever. No meat, eggs, or dairy. People who have tried a vegan diet have been known to say that the diet made them less tired and more energetic. The reason that I…
Easy Royal Icing
Bring your cookie and cake decorating to a whole new level with this beautiful and shiny icing! Perfect for sugar cookies! The shiny Royal Icing will make your homemade cookies look professional! Royal icing is a type of icing that is typically made from confectioner sugar, flavorings, and sometimes egg whites or meringue powder. It…
Easy Chocolate Brownies
Who doesn’t love chocolate? These chocolate brownies are so easy to create, include your children in the baking process! Everyone will love them! A brownie is a square or rectangular chocolate baked good. They can be cakey or fudge-like in texture. Sometimes they may include things like chocolate chips, nuts, or other ingredients. The brownie…
Sour Cream Pancakes
The sour cream makes these pancakes super moist and fluffy! These are perfect when you want pancakes that are not too sweet! There is archaeological evidence that suggests that pancakes were eaten in prehistoric societies over 30,000 years ago. Pancakes are also known as griddlecakes, hotcakes, and flapjacks. They are flat cakes that are prepared…
Delicious Donut Cake
Want to make that delicious donut taste from your own kitchen with no frying required? Look no further than my Delicious Donut Cake! It is moist, delectable, and easy to make. Eat it for breakfast or for dessert! One of the things I noticed when I was living in California’s Bay Area was the donuts.…
Simple Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
If you have some very ripe bananas then put them in banana bread! Chocolate chip banana bread is a delicious treat that can be eaten for breakfast or as a dessert! A one bowl creation! Banana Bread is a style of quick bread that includes mashed bananas, a leavening agent, and is cake-like in texture.…
Beautiful Beignets
Beignets are a famous treat that are beloved by people all over the world. Learn how to make them in your own kitchen. Just try not to wear black clothing when you eat the final product! A beignet is a deep fried pastry that is covered in powdered sugar. Beignets are the official state doughnut…
Silky Smores Cheesecake
Let’s combine the toasty flavors of smores with the creamy decadence of cheesecake! It will be enjoyed by everybody! The “Some More” was a recipe from the 1927 Girl Scout Guidebook Tramping and Trailing with the Girl Scouts. The original recipe was meant to feed 16 Girl Scouts. The recipe included 16 graham crackers, 16…
Allison’s Amazing Chocolate Chip Cookies
We all have our takes on these classic cookies, well here is mine! My chocolate chip cookies are a little crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with the right amount of chocolate chips that will melt in your mouth! Take some time to bake them today! Bring on the nostalgia. These chocolate…
Suzanne’s Sweet Key Lime Pies
Nothing says warm weather like citrus fruit! Key Lime Pie tastes like sunshine. It is sweet, tangy, and creamy! Bake it for your next warm weather get together! Key lime pie is a dessert from the Key West, Florida where key limes are abundant. It is the official state pie of Florida. The pie is…
Irish Cream (Baileys) Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
Irish cream is a lovely addition to chocolate chip cheesecake! This cheesecake is creamy, decadent, and delicious! Make it for any holiday or dinner party! Irish cream is a cream liqueur that includes dairy cream, Irish whiskey, and sometimes notes of cocoa or coffee. It can be served on its own or in mixed drinks.…
Smaller Batch Coconut Lime Cupcakes
These cupcakes taste like summer! Take a bite and be transported to a tropical paradise, in your mind. This one bowl recipe is super easy to make. Coconut and lime pair perfectly together in these delightful dozen cupcakes! Cupcakes got their name from how they were originally prepared. Before muffin tins were invented cupcakes were…
Cheaters Cherry Pie (Two Ingredient Pie)
This cherry pie is beautiful and easy to make! There are great baking “cheats” in this recipe so that you can focus more on presentation instead of making all the components from scratch! “As easy as pie” is a popular term that describes a task or job that is simple. I thought that I would…
“Healthier” Chocolate Yogurt Cupcakes
The yogurt in these cupcakes make them super moist in texture! They are very easy to make. This recipe is “healthier” because it includes yogurt and uses less sugar than many traditional cakes. You will also love the deep chocolate flavor! Cupcakes were named from the process in which they were originally prepared. Before muffin…
Pandan Coconut Chiffon Cupcakes
These dairy free cupcakes taste so light and fluffy! Enjoy the exotic flavors. The pandan and coconut pair perfectly with each other. These cupcakes are so soft it will be like biting into a cloud! Cupcakes got their name from how they were originally prepared. Before muffin tins were invented cupcakes were baked in individual…
Simple Small Batch Blackberry Cobbler
There is nothing quite like blackberries during the warmer months. Turn freshly picked blackberries into a small delicious Blackberry Cobbler! This recipe is extremely easy and it tastes great! Cobblers originate from America. They are a fruit dessert that is a variation on pie. Cobblers are baked in a deep dish, includes a thick crust…
Small Raspberry Peach Ricotta Cake
This cake is a great way to use up any leftover ricotta you may have! The ricotta makes this cake so soft and fluffy! Have it with a cup of tea or coffee. Maybe add a dollop of whipped cream on top! Eat this cake for breakfast or dessert. This small cake will be perfect…
Drinks
Very Berry Smoothie for One
This mixed berry smoothie is perfect when you want to drink an explosion of fruit! A smoothie is a beverage where fruit and sometimes vegetables are pureed together using a blender. The base of a smoothie is usually fruit juice or yogurt, but sometimes it can be plant milk or water. Many people enjoy adding…
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