American

A rich and creamy classic broccoli cheddar soup, made with fresh broccoli florets, sharp cheddar cheese, and a velvety smooth base.

Broccoli · Cheddar cheese · Butter · Onion

The quintessential Chicago deep-dish pizza, featuring a thick, buttery crust, layers of cheese, chunky tomato sauce, and your choice of toppings, all baked in a deep pan.

All-purpose flour · Cornmeal · Active dry yeast · Sugar

A quintessential Detroit-style pizza, known for its thick, chewy, and crispy crust, caramelized cheese edges, and sauce layered on top.

All-purpose flour · Active dry yeast · Salt · Warm water

A quintessential New York-style pepperoni pizza, featuring a thin, hand-tossed crust, a vibrant tomato sauce, generous amounts of mozzarella cheese, and perfectly cupped, slightly crispy pepperoni slices.

Pizza dough · San Marzano tomatoes, crushed · Low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded · Pepperoni, thinly sliced

A simplified version of stuffed shells using pre-made ingredients for a faster weeknight meal. Ricotta and mozzarella filling baked in marinara sauce.

Jumbo pasta shells · Ricotta cheese · Shredded mozzarella cheese · Jarred marinara sauce

A regional twist featuring flaky smoked salmon, a tangy dill-caper cream sauce, pickled red onions, and fresh greens on toasted sourdough tortillas.

Smoked salmon, flaked · Sourdough tortillas · Cream cheese, softened · Sour cream

A comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken and colorful bell peppers in a rich, creamy sauce. This recipe uses a saucepan for the sauce and a pot for the pasta.

Penne pasta · Chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces · Bell peppers (red, yellow), sliced · Garlic, minced

An easy and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring Italian sausage, bell peppers, and onions roasted together on a single baking sheet.

Italian sausage (sweet or hot) · Bell peppers (mixed colors) · Onion (yellow or red) · Olive oil

A true Kansas City experience featuring pork ribs smoked low and slow, then finished with a thick, sweet, and spicy tomato-based sauce. Known for its rich flavor and tender texture.

Pork spare ribs · Brown sugar · Sweet paprika · Garlic powder

Tender pork spare ribs coated in a smoky, sweet, and tangy barbecue sauce, slow-cooked to perfection. This recipe focuses on achieving a fall-off-the-bone texture with a beautifully caramelized exterior.

Pork spare ribs · Brown sugar · Paprika · Garlic powder

A traditional slow-cooked pork shoulder, seasoned with a dry rub and braised until fall-apart tender, then tossed in a tangy vinegar-based sauce. Perfect for sandwiches or platters.

Pork shoulder (Boston butt) · Apple cider vinegar · Brown sugar · Paprika

A comforting and hearty classic meatloaf, made with a blend of ground beef and pork, bound with breadcrumbs and egg, and topped with a tangy ketchup glaze. Perfect for a family dinner.

Ground beef · Ground pork · Breadcrumbs · Eggs

The quintessential American appetizer, these crispy fried chicken wings are coated in a tangy, spicy cayenne pepper sauce and served with a cooling blue cheese dip.

Chicken wings, separated into drumettes and flats · All-purpose flour · Cayenne pepper sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot) · Unsalted butter, melted