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Category: American

“American Melting Pot” – The “American” category at ChampsDiet.com is a tribute to the diverse culinary heritage of the United States. From the classic comfort foods like mac and cheese and pot roast to modern fusion dishes that reflect America’s melting pot of cultures, these recipes offer a taste of the country’s rich gastronomic tapestry. Perfect for anyone craving a touch of Americana or eager to explore the flavors that make American cuisine a favorite around the world.

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Sage Tea
AmericanBeveragesSouthwestern u.s.

Sage Tea

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves or 1 teaspoon dried sage1 cup water1 wedge...

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Pumpkin Spice Cake with Orange Sauce
AmericanCakesDessert

Pumpkin Spice Cake with Orange Sauce

Ingredients: 1/2 cup margarine, softened3/4 cup sugar2 large eggs3/4 cup mashed, cooked pumpkin1 teaspoon...

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AmericanSide dishesVegetables

Potatoes in Foil

Ingredients: 3 -4 medium potatoes1 medium onions2 slices bacon3 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon garlic salt1/2...

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AmericanDessertSouthern u.s.

Oh so Yummy Chocolate Gooey Layered Dessert

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/4 cup margarine, melted1 cup chopped nuts8 ounces cream cheese1 cup...

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Popcorn Balls Fit for More Than Just Kids
AmericanDessertPasta

Popcorn Balls Fit for More Than Just Kids

Ingredients: 3 quarts popped corn2/3 cup molasses1 1/2 cups sugar2 teaspoons vanilla1/2 cup water1/3...

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Breaded Brussels Sprouts
AmericanMain dishVegetables

Breaded Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs fresh Brussels sprouts2 -3 cups cold water ( , or...

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Snooty Modern French Toast
AmericanBreakfastEggs/dairy

Snooty Modern French Toast

Ingredients: 2 slices 100% whole wheat bread2 egg whites1/2 cup skim milk1/8 teaspoon cinnamon1/8...

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Lela's Banana Nut Bread
AmericanBreadsFruit

Lela’s Banana Nut Bread

Ingredients: 1/2 cup oleo or 1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar2 eggs1 teaspoon baking soda1...

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Filled Coffee Cake
AmericanBreadsCoffee cakes

Filled Coffee Cake

Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine1 cup sugar2 eggs1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons...

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Eight Layer Salad
AmericanNorth americanSalads

Eight Layer Salad

Ingredients: 10 ounces fresh spinach, washed,dried and torn into pieces1/2 lb bacon, cooked and...

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Spiced Iced Coffee
AmericanBeveragesNorth american

Spiced Iced Coffee

Ingredients: 6 cups hot coffee1/4 cup sugar2 cinnamon sticks10 whole cloves10 whole allspice2 black...

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Traditional Stuffing
AmericanSide dishesVegetables

Traditional Stuffing

Ingredients: 1/2 cup celery, chopped1/3 cup onions, chopped4 ounces margarine12 cups dry bread, cubed1/2...

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Neapolitan Ice Cream With Cherry Sauce
AmericanDessertFrozen desserts

Neapolitan Ice Cream With Cherry Sauce

Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) cans pitted black cherries, drained, juice reserved1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon...

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Super Moist Cornbread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Super Moist Cornbread

Ingredients: 2 cups self-rising cornmeal2 cups buttermilk1 large eggs1 tablespoon sugar1/3 cup butter Directions:...

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Poor Mans Barbecue Sauce
AmericanCondimentsetc.

Poor Mans Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients: 5 -6 packets ketchup2 -3 packets hot sauce1 packet soy sauce1 packet sugar1...

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Chinese Radish Salad
AmericanSaladsVegetables

Chinese Radish Salad

Ingredients: 1/2 cup radishes, sliced thinly1 carrots, sliced thinly1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon rice...

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7-Layer Salad
AmericanSaladsSide dishes

7-Layer Salad

Ingredients: 1 head lettuce ( cleaned and tore into bite size pieces)1 small onions...

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Burnished Bananas
AmericanDessertFruit

Burnished Bananas

Ingredients: 1 bananas1/2-1 teaspoon honey1/2 teaspoon dark rum, optional Directions: Preheat oven to 400F.Lay...

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Soft Taco Casserole
AmericanCasserolesMain dish

Soft Taco Casserole

Ingredients: 1 lb hamburger, fried1 package taco seasoning1 can refried beans1 can cream of...

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Artichoke Pie
AmericanAppetizersSide dishes

Artichoke Pie

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil1 clove garlic, minced2 (6 ounce) cans artichoke hearts, drained1/2...

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AmericanSide dishesVegetables

Down-Home Succotash

Ingredients: 1/4 lb sliced bacon, diced2 cups fresh corn1/2 lb lima beans1 medium green...

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Sausage Dressing
AmericanSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Sausage Dressing

Ingredients: 1 lb sausage1 large white onions, diced5 celery ribs, diced5 cups cornbread3 cups...

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Buttermilk Chocolate Bread
AmericanBreadsNortheastern u.s.

Buttermilk Chocolate Bread

Ingredients: 1 cup sugar1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter, softened2 eggs1 cup buttermilk1...

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Shake
AmericanBeveragesShakes

Shake

Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) bottles fruit flavored diet soda, i like strawberry1/3 cup powdered...

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Chocolate Malt Coffee Creamer
AmericanChocolateCondiments

Chocolate Malt Coffee Creamer

Ingredients: 2 cups instant powdered cocoa mix2/3 cup non-dairy powdered coffee creamer2/3 cup instant...

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Turkey Sausage and Bean Stew (Low Fat)
AmericanMain dishStews

Turkey Sausage and Bean Stew (Low Fat)

Ingredients: 12 ounces turkey sausage, links2 (14 -16 ounce) cans cooked beans, drained and...

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Zucchini and Cucumber Salad
AmericanSaladsSouthwestern u.s.

Zucchini and Cucumber Salad

Ingredients: 1 lb small zucchini, thinly sliced1/2 large English cucumbers, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1...

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Chai Tea Gift Mix
AmericanBeveragesEggs/dairy

Chai Tea Gift Mix

Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder1/2 cup powdered vanilla coffee creamer ( dry)3...

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Texas Green Fried Tomatoes
AmericanNorth americanSouthern u.s.

Texas Green Fried Tomatoes

Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour1/2 cup yellow cornmeal2 eggs ( beaten with salt&pepper)1/4 teaspoon garlic...

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Olive-Nut Spread
AmericanAppetizersSpreads

Olive-Nut Spread

Ingredients: 1 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, soften1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped1/4 cup pimento...

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Southern Green Beans
AmericanBeansSouthern u.s.

Southern Green Beans

Ingredients: 4 cups green beans, fresh or fresh frozen3 slices bacon, chopped1/2 cup chopped...

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Dressing for Loretta's Broccoli Salad
AmericanNorth americanSalads

Dressing for Loretta’s Broccoli Salad

Ingredients: 1 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar Directions: Mix well. Use...

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John's Killer Sausage and Peppers
AmericanLunch/snacksMain dish

John’s Killer Sausage and Peppers

Ingredients: 4 Italian sausages1 yellow peppers, cut into strips1 green peppers, cut into strips1...

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Black Bean Chilaquile
AmericanNorth americanSouthwestern u.s.

Black Bean Chilaquile

Ingredients: 1 cup chopped onions1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup chopped tomatoes1 1/2 cups fresh...

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AmericanDessertFruit

Barbecued Banana Splits

Ingredients: 1 bananas, unpeeled8 miniature marshmallows16 miniature chocolate chips1 scoop ice cream ( your...

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Microwave Cornbread
AmericanBreadsSouthern u.s.

Microwave Cornbread

Ingredients: 1 cup cornmeal1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/3 cup canola...

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Garlicky Green Beans
AmericanSide dishesVegetables

Garlicky Green Beans

Ingredients: 2 cups green beans, cut into 1 inch pieces4 tablespoons butter or 4...

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Cool and Creamy Cucumber Salad
AmericanSaladsVegetables

Cool and Creamy Cucumber Salad

Ingredients: 1 -2 large cucumbers1 medium onionswatersalt3 tablespoons mayonnaise1/4 cup milkdillpepper Directions: Soak cucumbers...

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Caraway Split-Pea Soup
AmericanBeansSoups & stews

Caraway Split-Pea Soup

Ingredients: 1 cup dried split peas4 cups stock ( I used 3 chicken bouillon...

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Veggie Wraps
AmericanLunch/snacksVegetables

Veggie Wraps

Ingredients: 1/4 cup soft spread cream cheese4 fat free tortillas4 leaves curly lettuce1 cup...

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Eggnog Pancakes with Cranberry Sauce
AmericanBreakfastPancakes and waffles

Eggnog Pancakes with Cranberry Sauce

Ingredients: 2 cups pancake mix1 eggs1 1/2 cups eggnog1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 pinch...

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Scrumptious Won  Ton  Lasagne
AmericanMain dishPasta

Scrumptious Won Ton Lasagne

Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package wonton wrappers3 cups cheese, grated ( Mozzarella and Cheddar...

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Butterscotch Pumpkin Cake
AmericanCakesDessert

Butterscotch Pumpkin Cake

Ingredients: 1 cup butterscotch chips2 cups all-purpose flour1 3/4 cups granulated sugar1 tablespoon baking...

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Baked Beans Deluxe
AmericanBeansSide dishes

Baked Beans Deluxe

Ingredients: 1 (27 ounce) jars baked beans3 slices bacon, cup into small pieces1/4 cup...

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"Momma's Special" Marinade
AmericanCondimentsetc.

“Momma’s Special” Marinade

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons oil1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon basil1 teaspoon soy...

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Lemon Delight
AmericanDessertPuddings and mousses

Lemon Delight

Ingredients: 1 cup flour1/2 cup finely chopped pecans1 tablespoon sugar1/2 cup soft margarine2 1/2...

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Lemon-Lime Layered Dessert
AmericanDessertFrozen desserts

Lemon-Lime Layered Dessert

Ingredients: 2 cups lemon-lime sherbet1 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese1 (14 ounce) cans sweetened...

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7-Up Pound Cake
AmericanCakesDessert

7-Up Pound Cake

Ingredients: 1 cup butter1/2 cup vegetable shortening2 -3 cups sugar ( see note)5 eggs3...

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Celery Seed Dressing
< 15 minsAmericanNorth american

Celery Seed Dressing

Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar1/3 cup light corn syrup1/4 cup balsamic vinegar2 teaspoons celery seeds1...

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The Peanut  Butter Milkshake
AmericanBeveragesShakes

The Peanut Butter Milkshake

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter2 tablespoons honey1 cup milk4 ice cubes Directions: Add...

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Fish Baked in Lettuce Packets
AmericanMain dishVegetables

Fish Baked in Lettuce Packets

Ingredients: 6 large lettuce leaves1 medium carrots, shredded1 small zucchini, shredded1 1/2 lbs fish...

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Hush Puppies III
AmericanSide dishesSouthern u.s.

Hush Puppies III

Ingredients: 2 cups cornmeal 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons flour...

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Pumpkin and Tomato Bake

Ingredients: 2 1/2 lbs pumpkin, peeled6 tablespoons oil ( I use olive oil)2 large...

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Grilled Onion Flowers

Ingredients: 4 medium onionsnonstick cooking spray1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano1 tablespoon...

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Broiled Oregano Tomato

Ingredients: 1 large beefsteak tomatoes1 teaspoon butter or 1 teaspoon margarine1/2 tablespoon parmesan cheese1/4...

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Tortilla Pie
AmericanMain dishSouthwestern u.s.

Tortilla Pie

Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) cans refried beans2 teaspoons chili powder1/2 teaspoon ground cumin8 (8...

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AmericanBeveragesSouthern u.s.

Relaxing in Front of the Fire

Ingredients: 1/2 ounce cinnamon schnapps2 ounces Kahlua5 ounces hot coffee ( enough coffee to...

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AmericanBeveragesNorth american

Gin Fizz

Ingredients: 2 ounces gin1 ounce lemon juice1 ounce sugarclub sodaice, crushed Directions: blend all...

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Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea
AmericanBeveragesSouthern u.s.

Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea

Ingredients: 3 lipton family-size tea bags1 3/4 cups granulated sugar8 cups boiling water Directions:...

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Hearty Vegetable Soup
AmericanSoups & stewsVegetables

Hearty Vegetable Soup

Ingredients: 1 -2 tablespoon olive oil1 chopped onions2 -3 carrots, cleaned and sliced2 stalks...

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