‘As American as Apple Pie’
We’ve all heard those words and have probably enjoyed juicy slices of that delectable dessert, but apple pie is just the tip of the American culinary “iceberg.”
Whether sinking your teeth into crispy Southern Fried Chicken, enjoying a Philly Cheese Steak or sampling a slice of Ozark Mountain Berry Pie, you simply can’t beat the comfort of iconic American foods. Now, it’s easier than ever to relish the flavors of our country with Taste of Home Recipes Across America. This keepsake collection is packed with more than 730 recipes…dishes shared by family cooks in all 50 states!
You’ll take an armchair tour of the country with all-time classics such as Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza, Creole Jambalaya and Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake. In addition, this colorful collection offers dozens of little-known regional gems, including Mom’s Dynamite Sandwiches, Brooklyn Blackout Cake, Horseshoe Sandwiches and even Kool-Aid Pickles.
America’s home cooks have always been clever. They borrowed their mother’s recipes, substituted a few local ingredients and created tasty dishes that became ingrained in the local culture. The five regions (Northeast, South, Midwest, Southwest and West) showcased in Recipes Across America offer a delectable variety of foods from each area. You’ll find everything from quick supper ideas to impressive desserts…each of which left a delicious mark on its part of the USA!
In addition, this more-than-a-cookbook treasury is also peppered with hundreds of food facts, culinary trivia and snapshots of popular landmarks and food festivals throughout the country.
With Recipes Across America it’s a snap to savor all the tastes the USA has to offer without ever leaving your home!