American Cuisine Recipes

This recipe for the classic Sloppy Joe sandwich is inspired by Tex-Mex flavors. Instead of traditional ground beef, it uses raw...

Make meatloaf filled with sweet and hot peppers, carrots, and cilantro, topped with a delicious barbecue sauce glaze. Serve as a main course with a side dish, and...

Bake a quiche in the best traditions of American Southern cuisine: a tender filling with aromatic bacon, green chili peppers, piquant pepper jack cheese and fragrant cilantro baked on a crumbly crust made of...

The perfect cozy Southern breakfast: creamy cornmeal topped with gooey cheese, served with a fried egg and sautéed green vegetables. Crack the eggs into a bowl, then...

This classic cornbread is made with only cornmeal, no added wheat flour, and is crumbly and the perfect side dish for gravy-based dishes. The sugar content is...

A rich macaroni and cheese casserole is a traditional Southern dish, perfect for holidays and special occasions. Unlike standard mac 'n' cheese, this version includes three types of...

Prepare juicy pork ribs in the Kansas barbecue tradition. Ribs are seasoned with salt and black pepper and smoked for several hours on the grill until tender. Towards the end of the cooking time...

This clam chowder was first prepared on the southern coast of Rhode Island, where it quickly became a local specialty. From creamy New England chowder to tomato Manhattan, it...

Canned beans make a hearty filling for Mexican tortillas....

Mashed black beans, sautéed with spices and a generous amount of lard or vegetable oil, make a hearty Mexican dish with a rich flavor! Sprinkle the refried beans with...

Black bean soup is a popular Mexican dish that can be prepared in a variety of ways. This recipe requires a slow cooker, so you don't have to soak the beans overnight. Make the soup...

Place the turkey breast in the slow cooker with some onion, garlic, and barbecue sauce, and forget about it for the day! By evening, you'll have a summer barbecue waiting for you, even if it's winter outside. Meat...

Shrimp and Grits is a popular dish in the Southern United States. Make this delicious casserole with a tender, gooey cheese-filled corn grits layered on top, followed by shrimp...

Chayote is a light green, pear-shaped squash native to Central America and the southern United States, particularly Louisiana. Chayote stuffed with crab and shrimp is often...

This recipe is inspired by the popular American soul food dish chicken and waffles, where crispy fried chicken is served with fluffy Belgian waffles and drizzled with a sweet and spicy sauce. Instead of chicken...

Prepare Louisiana-style shrimp with green bell peppers, celery, garlic, and tomato, and serve with creamy corn grits topped with pepper jack cheese. Serve hot for a...

This version of the iconic Cajun stew, étouffée, is made with shrimp, chicken, andouille sausage, and vegetables. All the ingredients combine to create a rich, aromatic dish. The sauce...

This quick and delicious Southern-style dish is perfect for a midweek dinner or a big Sunday family lunch. Add grated...

The American shovel-like pie originated over 100 years ago, and its amusing name can be translated as "Shoo, fly!" This likely stems from the filling's main ingredient, a sticky, thick molasses...

Sometime between the 1920s and 1950s, a burrito was dropped into a deep fryer in Tucson, Arizona, resulting in the popular chimichanga. It's unclear whether this was an accident or...

Pico de gallo, a Mexican salsa made with chopped fresh tomatoes, jalapeños, onions, and cilantro, is transformed into a stunning appetizer in this recipe. Slice the tomatoes and assemble them into towers, layering them...

Blondie cake is the lighter cousin of the brownie. This recipe, with white chocolate, salted macadamia nuts, and coconut flakes, literally takes the blonde to platinum…

This simple casserole is made with frozen corn kernels and cream, resulting in a tender and creamy crust topped with a crispy crust of buttery graham crackers and white cheddar. Excellent...

The New Orleans Sazerac is considered one of America's oldest cocktails. This mixture of rye whiskey, bitters, absinthe, sugar, and lemon zest is a true classic, crafted for generations.

Make baked sweet potatoes with a honey, cinnamon, and ginger glaze for a festive turkey side dish. Top with crispy pecans for texture. To save time, start baking the sweet potatoes in...

If you love the sweet and spicy flavor of tarragon, let it shine through in the ultimate holiday treat: roast turkey. Rub the turkey on all sides with butter mixed with...

Mix butter with lemon juice, green onions, and parsley and rub it all over the turkey, including under the skin, before roasting. The bird should be at room temperature so the meat...

Rub the turkey all over, including under the skin, with butter, maple syrup, and chipotle peppers, then roast until golden brown. The skin will be super crispy, and the meat...

Kosher turkey comes already brined, so to make it truly delicious, all you need to do is add a few aromatics; no salt is needed. Mix the butter...

This recipe uses Mexican Oaxaca cheese, soft, creamy, and incredibly chewy when hot. Just imagine it's the perfect combination of mozzarella and braided cheese. Stuff it with peppers...

Crispy plantain chips are very popular in Africa, Latin America, and other parts of the world. They're not only a delicious snack but also a great ingredient for dishes, adding...

While Hawaiian pizza is considered exotic, the salty-sweet combination of pineapple and ham has quite a following. This recipe is perfect for camping, provided you have a cast-iron...

If you have a pizza stone, make the most of it! It produces not only delicious pizza, but also meat and vegetables. Make sure your stone is grill-safe, and at your next party...

The combination of canned and dried pineapple in this cheesecake's topping not only enhances the flavor, but also provides additional texture that contrasts beautifully against the delicate...

Golden, slightly sweet cornbread gets a savory kick with the addition of fried onions, green onions, and roasted poblano chili peppers. Serve as a side dish with...

This salsa is made using a technique popular in Mexican cuisine: roasting vegetables until they blacken, which adds more flavor and aroma to the sauce. Roast chili peppers and tomatillos...

Cook a delicious breakfast over a campfire with potatoes, bacon, cheese, and fried eggs. For this, you'll need a cast-iron sandwich maker. Heat it before adding the potato mixture, and the sandwich...

Sweet and savory pineapple casserole is a popular side dish in the Southern United States, and for good reason: it's as delicious with Thanksgiving turkey as it is with glazed Christmas...

The ever-popular double-patty burger gets a Southern twist in this recipe. Two thin, grilled patties, seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, are topped with melting cheddar cheese and layered with...

Thin slices of beef, sweet and hot peppers, and two types of provolone cheese (a sharp, subtle nuttiness and a creamy, mild flavor) transform an everyday pasta casserole into a spectacular dish with...

This dish is a great way to get kids to eat vegetables, because everyone loves macaroni and cheese! You can also add green peas to the broccolini. When the mac and cheese is ready, sprinkle it on top...

If you need to use up leftover pickle brine, this recipe is a great solution. Because the brine is already infused with flavor and aroma, it's perfect for pickling ready-made...

This eye-catching rainbow appetizer will be the highlight of your celebration. It's made with three layers of cheese, garnished with beets, fresh herbs, and pimento peppers. To give it a beautiful shape...

This Margarita recipe for a large crowd uses the perfect proportions of tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, and sugar, so you don't have to mix up a single shot for everyone...

This appetizer is for serious spicy lovers. Ripe red jalapeños are filled with a mixture of cream cheese and pickled pimento peppers and baked in the oven. To make the appetizer look...