American Cuisine Recipes

The "Three Dots, Dash" embodies all the hallmarks of a traditional exotic cocktail: a blend of citrus flavor, honey and almond sweetness, spice, and, of course, plenty of rum.

The Scorpion is a vibrant tiki cocktail traditionally prepared for a group of several people and served in large, wide bowls garnished with fruit and edible flowers, with several...

With its sweet flavor and rich aftertaste, the Mai Tai is one of the most striking tropical cocktails, always uplifting not only with its amazing taste, but also...

The patties for these veggie burgers are made from a mixture of canned black beans and vegetables that are first sautéed and then ground in a food processor until they resemble ground meat.

These all-natural bone-in pork chops, along with the accompanying pepper relish, can be prepared the night before. Then, on serving day, all that's left to do is fire up the grill and gather everyone around for the grilling...

The recipe uses St. Louis-style spare ribs, which are perfectly even, rectangular slices of rib cut from the brisket area. Unlike the whiter, meatier spare ribs...

Impress your guests with succulent porterhouse steaks with a crisp, spiced crust, grilled over a charcoal grill. The spice blend is perfectly chosen for a balanced flavor that combines...

It takes about 18 hours to cook a delicious beef brisket, including an overnight marinade in the refrigerator and about 10 hours of smoking, so plan ahead if you're cooking for a specific...

Individual mini-cakes, or cream-filled cupcakes, are a fun alternative to a large cake. They're served on a platter, decorated like a cake, and look very festive. The cupcakes are based on...

Healthy cauliflower rice is infused with vibrant Southern flavors when made into a Tex-Mex-style salad. You'll need ingredients typical of this cuisine: fire-roasted...

A traditional summer salad of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, and iceberg lettuce in a vinaigrette dressing becomes much more filling and delicious when paired with aromatic fried sausages and potato chips.

The Brazilian caipirinha cocktail, made with cachaça, lime, and sugar, becomes even more refreshing when frozen with a blend of fresh mint and basil. The simple syrup, herb, and lime are whipped...

American succotash salad is traditionally made with corn and beans, with other vegetables added to taste. Sweet peppers and jalapeños, for example, pair well with this mixture. And to...

Pasta salad can be served as a side dish with meat or as a standalone appetizer. The easiest way to make it is to combine boiled pasta (best eaten with a spoon) with fresh...

American coleslaw is made with fresh cabbage and dressed with a zesty mixture of mayonnaise, mustard, apple cider vinegar, Sriracha hot sauce, and a touch of sugar. This dressing...

Texas caviar is a snack dish eaten with chips. It's made entirely from vegetables, primarily grilled corn and canned beans, and lightly marinated in a vibrant...

Chicken breasts are rubbed with Cajun seasoning and then stuffed, similar to the popular Hasselback fries. To achieve this, deep transverse slits are made in each breast, which...

These corn dogs are named after hot dogs, but they're prepared entirely differently. Instead of sausage, they use long pieces of chicken, which are skewered on wooden skewers and dipped in batter...

Spicy fried chicken is a great option for an appetizer, a main course, or a hearty, juicy burger. Fry crispy Nashville-style chicken in a spicy breading, drizzled with tangy butter, and...

This frozen strawberry lemonade with an alcoholic twist will be hard to resist on a hot day. Refreshing, filled with the summery flavors of strawberry and sparkling lemon, it's a perfect...

The combination of peach and blueberry gives this refreshing slushy a vibrant summer flavor. It's made by blending peach nectar with simple syrup, orange-flavored vodka, and peach...

This Nashville-style chicken uses a generous dollop of baking powder to bread it. It draws out moisture, resulting in a super crispy crust. This spicy chicken, coated in a golden, crispy breading...

To give these pork loin cutlets a delicious, sticky glaze when fried, they're tossed with a sweet-and-spicy red pepper confit and a little... a few minutes before they're done.

This dish uses pork ribs cut from the loin area. They're meatier, juicier, and more filling, perfect not only for beer but also as a main course. Before grilling...

Are chicken and waffles a match made in heaven? So why not make chicken with potato waffles? Fried chicken with fluffy Belgian waffles—they seem like incompatible pairings...

Some of the ingredients in this dish are grilled, so the result is a very flavorful pork and vegetable dish that's packed with summer flavors, especially if you grill it over a charcoal grill.

The American Monte Cristo sandwich is a surprising fusion of a ham and cheese sandwich and French toast. White bread is spread with mustard, topped with slices of ham and cheese, and topped with...

The Arnold Palmer drink, named after the American golfer who invented it, is nothing more than iced sweet tea with lemonade. Although the original recipe...

Make turkey shashlik and serve it like a famous club sandwich: with bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and mayonnaise sauce. It's not only delicious but also practical, because...

This sandwich is almost an exact replica of the popular Philadelphia street food Philly cheesesteak, in the form of an elongated bun filled with beef steak and topped with cheese sauce, but it is prepared in the form of...

Simple cupcakes with vanilla buttercream frosting are a great base for decorating. Their appearance doesn't distract from the decorating, and their classic flavor pairs well with any decorating elements, whether...

The easiest way to dramatically decorate cupcakes is to make marshmallow daisy-shaped floral decorations. They look delicate, striking, and summery. Marshmallow cylinders are cut into long...

To decorate cupcakes with fluffy orange dahlias, you'll need candied orange or tangerine-shaped jelly beans. Cut them into thin petal-shaped slices and...

Decorate vanilla cupcakes with luxurious, large marshmallow poppies. They'll not only look impressive, but they'll also be delicious. For decoration, choose bright red marshmallows in thin sheets (or figs) and cut them out...

Simple vanilla cupcakes are decorated with charming tulips using homemade supplies and icing. Melted candy melts are used as the icing. The icing is spread on the back...

Eggnog is a popular Western Christmas drink made from eggs, milk, and spices, with or without added alcohol. It's also an excellent ingredient for a delicious flan, or pudding, topped with a thin...

The highlight of this large, luxurious cake is root beer, which is added to both the batter and the icing, and its light, spicy flavor perfectly complements the flavors of chocolate, spices, and...

Enjoy an English-style tea party at home and bake these amazing chocolate cupcakes with Earl Grey-flavored meringue glaze. The glaze is made with tea bags,...

These meringue frosted cupcakes use coconut sugar, which is much healthier and tastier than refined sugar, but it doesn't have a coconut flavor at all, but rather a light...

This delicious and juicy burger features a beef patty, fried mushrooms with onions, and sauce, and is packed with vibrant, spicy flavors. Start with a spice mix made with...

This burger is the signature dish of the Californian gastropub Father's Office, where even Hollywood stars are often spotted. Esquire magazine even named it the best burger in...

This huge, juicy burger is made with a thick beef patty and a generous serving of vegetables simmered in a Caribbean jerk sauce. Carrots, zucchini, and bell peppers are cut into equal-sized sticks and...

This restaurant-quality burger, luxurious in its flavor and aroma, is made not with truffles, but with the addition of white truffle oil, truffle salt, and truffle cheese to every component, which...

Make a juicy, thick-patty burger just like the popular American burger chain Fatburger. The ground beef patty is grilled with a slice of cheese,...

Make light and delicious shortcakes that look bright and summery. This dessert is low in calories and very easy to assemble: the shortcakes, or shortcakes, are broken in half and used as sandwiches...

Tender loin of lamb on the bone, cut into individual cutlets, is a well-known delicacy that needs to be cooked to enhance its flavor without making the meat tough.

A juicy hanger steak with a rich beef flavor is marinated in a mixture of red vinegar, cognac, and spices for several hours before grilling, infusing it with vibrant flavors and aromas.

Two grilled turkey legs are enough to feed four people. The legs are marinated in a flavorful mixture that gives them the flavor of the Mexican peninsula...