Dating from the 18th century, New England clam chowder is a thick milk or cream-based stew originally made with fresh clams dug out of the sand on the shore.
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New England Clam Chowder
Jambalaya
(American Cajun-Creole rice with chicken, shrimp and andouille sausage)
A classic of Cajun-Creole cuisine, jambalaya got its start in the French Quarter of New Orleans when Spanish immigrants cooked up a dish similar to their beloved paella from home.
Eggnog
(American egg and cream Christmas beverage)
Although descended from European winter restorative beverages, or “noggins,” eggnog is an American invention that appeared in the late 1700s.
Okra Pickles
(American, Southern-Soul garden refrigerator pickle)
Keep ahead of the harvest with this quick and easy okra refrigerator pickle for a fresh and crunchy treat that tastes just like Maw Maw’s.
Oyster Stew
(American shellfish stew)
Delicious in its simplicity, oyster stew is a traditional Christmas Eve dish in some American households, a custom said to have originated with Irish immigrants.
Oysters Rockefeller
(American oysters with green sauce appetizer)
This luxurious shellfish creation was first served at Antoine’s Restaurant in New Orleans in 1899 and was so rich it was named after John D. Rockefeller, the richest man in America at the time.
Wild Rice Pilaf
(Canadian-American wild grain pilaf)
Wild rice is not a true rice, rather a type of grass seed that grows wild in the Upper Midwest section of the United States and in central Canada.
Wisconsin Beer Cheese Soup
(American Midwestern hearty cheese soup)
The American state of Wisconsin is known for its dairies and breweries. Cheese and beer find an apt marriage in this rich and satisfying soup that will ward off even the most numbing winter chill.
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
(American Halloween snack)
Roasted pumpkin seeds are a Halloween favorite, and making them is a great activity for kids. Turn making them into a family tradition every year at pumpkin-carving time.
Roast Turkey with Pan Gravy
(American holiday turkey)
Roast turkey is so central to American Thanksgiving that the holiday is often referred to as Turkey Day. The two-step roasting method in this recipe produces a golden-brown turkey with tender, moist breast meat.