american Recipes
84 delicious american recipes from around the world
Pigs in a Blanket
Mini hot dogs wrapped in flaky crescent dough. A beloved childhood favorite that remains a crowd-pleaser for all ages.
Red Beans and Rice
A classic New Orleans Monday tradition featuring creamy red beans slow-cooked with Andouille sausage and a ham hock, served over fluffy long-grain rice.
Shrimp and Grits
A quintessential Southern Lowcountry classic: plump, succulent shrimp bathed in a rich, savory gravy, served atop a bed of creamy, stone-ground grits. Pure comfort food.
Shrimp Po' Boy
A classic New Orleans sandwich featuring crispy fried shrimp nestled in a soft French bread roll, dressed with mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, and pickles. A true taste of Louisiana.
Smashburger
Thin patties smashed on a screaming hot griddle to achieve maximum crispy crust. This is the burger that redefined fast-casual.
Southern Banana Pudding
A classic Southern dessert featuring layers of creamy vanilla custard, sweet ripe bananas, and crisp vanilla wafers, all topped with a fluffy whipped topping. This no-bake pudding is best enjoyed after chilling, allowing the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften beautifully.
Southern Collard Greens
Tender, slow-cooked collard greens infused with the smoky flavor of a ham hock, simmered in a savory broth. A cornerstone of Southern soul food.
Southern Cornbread
Authentic Southern cornbread baked in a cast-iron skillet, boasting a wonderfully crispy, golden-brown bottom and a tender, crumbly interior. This recipe adheres to tradition by omitting sugar, allowing the natural sweetness of the cornmeal to shine.
Southern Fried Chicken
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this classic Southern Fried Chicken. Chicken pieces are brined in tangy buttermilk for tenderness, then coated in a seasoned flour mixture and fried to a perfect golden-brown crisp. The South's crowning glory, best served hot and fresh.
St. Louis Style Pizza
An iconic St. Louis specialty, this pizza features an ultra-thin, cracker-like crust, a tangy sauce, the unique, creamy Provel cheese, and is traditionally cut into small squares (party cut).
Sunday Pot Roast
A classic, comforting slow-braised beef roast with tender vegetables, perfect for a traditional Sunday dinner. The low and slow cooking method ensures the beef is incredibly tender and flavorful.
Texas Smoked Brisket
The quintessential Texas BBQ experience: a whole beef brisket seasoned generously with a simple salt and pepper rub, then smoked low and slow over wood until a deep, dark bark forms and the meat becomes incredibly tender and juicy.