American Cuisine Recipes

Musubi is a Hawaiian appetizer made of rice and a fried slice of ham (usually Spam) wrapped in a strip of nori. It looks like sushi and is perfect as an appetizer at a Hawaiian party. Before...

Make this Hawaiian-inspired tuna belly with a sweet and sour pineapple garnish. The fatty, tender tuna belly literally melts in your mouth. Deep-fry it in a crispy breading and...

If you're planning on having scallops for dinner, serve them American-style with a traditional warm succotash salad. This succotash variation is made with seasonal vegetables, beans, corn, and...

If you're looking for a sophisticated restaurant-style dinner at home, consider surf and turf dishes. This combination of red meat and seafood always looks luxurious and...

Cornbread lovers who prefer something between cornbread and pie will love this pastry. Tender and just the right amount of sweet, this bread is quite versatile and...

A piece of deep-fried chicken is served on fluffy Belgian waffles and drizzled with a sweet-and-savory maple syrup glaze. This traditional Southern dish is perfect in every way: it's...

"My grandmother often ate this sweet bread as a dessert when she was growing up," shares Cordea Brown. "There wasn't much food available back then, so dishes and desserts were made from whatever was on hand...."

Everyone loves macaroni and cheese for its wonderfully creamy flavor, but sometimes it's missing a little extra kick. So, for those who like it hot, Ree Drummond suggests adding...

These simple donuts are made with store-bought cornbread mix and canned creamed corn with a little seasoning or ground pepper. Deep-fry them until crispy...

This mac 'n' cheese version is made right in a cast-iron skillet in the oven or on the grill. No extra pans required! All you need is store-bought cooked pasta. Combine it with seared beef...

Shelled clams are dredged in a mixture of corn and wheat flour, seafood seasoning, and lemon zest, and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. Serve as...

If you really want to enjoy grilled corn, it's best to cook it on an outdoor grill to add a pleasant smoky flavor to the spices. Make comfortable handles on each cob using the leaves...

There's one bread that doesn't require kneading and is made without yeast. It's American spoonbread. It's a soft, airy cornbread with fillings that's actually eaten...

This shrimp, corn, and black bean salad would be a simple side dish if not for the grill. It's the grilled shrimp and blackened corn that infuse it with a rich, rich flavor.

This cake recipe was inspired by the American camping dessert "s'mores," made with campfire-roasted marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate. Enjoy these flavors without the fuss, campfire, or even an oven.

Fluffy Belgian waffles topped with deep-fried spicy chicken and drizzled with maple syrup are a traditional dish of the American South, often served for Sunday brunch. Before frying, the chicken...

This lasagna with pork, mushrooms, spinach, ricotta, and a ton of melting cheese will captivate everyone with its rich flavor. A tomato salsa with poblano and jalapeño peppers adds a Latin American twist.

A Philly cheesesteak is a sandwich filled with juicy slices of grilled beef steak topped with a melt-in-your-mouth cheese sauce. To cook the steak in minutes, slice the meat very thin...

In the southern US, it's traditional to cook dishes with black-eyed beans for New Year's. They're believed to attract good luck and improve wealth. Make this money salad from Sunny Anderson, and you're good to go...

This dish combines all the best features of a Cobb salad: chicken, bacon, corn, and cheese. It also includes a hearty pasta base with sun-dried tomatoes and an avocado dressing. Grill the corn and chicken on...

Migas is a Tex-Mex dish made with crispy tortilla pieces and scrambled eggs. It's typically made with leftover tortillas and served for breakfast. In her recipe, Sunny Anderson...

This beef short rib dish is believed to have originated in Los Angeles, home to a large Korean-American population, hence the name. Most variations...

Clam dip is a traditional New England snack, popular throughout the Atlantic coast of the United States. Every New Englander familiar with this sauce likely has their own...

Grilled chicken wings are the perfect appetizer for a summer picnic with family and friends. Simply coat the chicken in a fragrant, spiced flour and grill until golden brown. Ready...

Mix ham, green onions, and sun-dried tomatoes and layer them, alternating with cubes of white bread and grated Gruyere. Pour beaten eggs over them and bake for a fluffy layer of...

This Hawaiian salted salmon appetizer with tomatoes is perfect for any occasion. Salmon fillets are rubbed with a salt and sugar mixture and then left to cure for 24 hours. The salted fish is then diced, mixed...

This quick version of Cajun gumbo features the classic combination of chicken and andouille sausage. This version of gumbo lacks the traditional tomatoes, but thanks to the sweet and hot peppers, a...

The main ingredients of the American warm succotash salad are beans and corn, while the remaining vegetables can vary depending on the preferences of each individual family or what is available in the pantry...

Make these Tex-Mex chili con carne stuffed peppers with beef simmered with beans in a tomato-chili sauce. For a more filling meal, add couscous or steamed rice, and for...

Chicken breast stuffed with prosciutto and a three-cheese blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan is fried until golden brown and served with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and red-eye sauce.

This version of chili con carne, a traditional Tex-Mex dish, is prepared with both meat and beans. Although chefs and cooks from different regions have long debated whether true chili should include...

Braised collard greens are a traditional Southern dish. The classic recipe features dense green collard greens slowly simmered with ham or smoked turkey pieces, but this...

"For me, the perfect chocolate chip cookie should have a soft, gooey center and slightly crispy edges. These cookies have a literal gooey center: in the center of each...

If you're looking for a unique way to serve tequila at your party, consider jalapeño popper shots. Jalapeños are transformed into edible shot glasses for tequila and lime juice. It'll be...

Many people think Caesar salad is an Italian dish, but it was actually invented at Caesar's restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico. This recipe features corn prepared Caesar-style.

This Tex-Mex-style dish is another vegetarian "golden mean" that will please both vegetarians and meat lovers. Three types of canned beans—black, red...

A delicious vegetarian take on the classic chili con carne. The abundance of vegetables, beans, and spices makes it warming and filling, and to ensure even meat lovers don't find this chili boring, try...

Nine-year-old Gabriella from Richmond, Virginia, says she already feels called to work in the culinary world. She's off to a great start: brilliant French toast filled with...

This version of mac 'n' cheese could easily be called "Three Cheese." The dish is made with three Italian cheeses: fontina, parmesan, and Taleggio. It's delicious and chewy! Fried mushrooms fill the creamy...

If you love juicy spare ribs, try this Hawaiian take on spare ribs in a sticky honey glaze with lime juice, guava, and soy sauce. Any sweet and savory lover will be delighted...

This hearty burrito is filled with juicy slices of beef steak, caramelized onions, a fried egg, and cheese. Perfect for brunch or a hearty snack. Pan-fry the finished burrito...

Make delicious tacos filled with grilled steak marinated in a citrusy blend of lime juice, brown sugar, cumin, and garlic. Top the tacos with homemade tomatillo salsa.

This hearty, juicy Mexican sandwich features breaded, fried steak served on a long bun with avocado slices, iceberg lettuce, pickled ribs...

These paper cone appetizers are perfect for house parties, poolside get-togethers, grillouts, and any other casual get-together. Homemade fries are served in cones with...

Marinate a flank steak in a spicy sauce with a little brown sugar, grill it until it's crispy and beautifully browned, and serve it in tacos with an arugula salad...

If you're planning a casual dinner with friends, fajitas are the perfect treat. They're delicious, a little exotic, and have a build-your-own format that many people love: you lay out...

Fajitas are thin, fried strips of juicy beef wrapped in a tortilla with fried bell peppers, onions, and herbs. Perhaps the most popular and easiest Mexican dish to prepare...