Midwest

Our Midwestern recipes are staples of America’s heartland. Taste the Midwest with favorites including appetizers and old-fashioned casseroles.

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    Fried Fish Sandwich

    The airy beer batter of this fried fish sandwich tastes even better with the creamy homemade tartar sauce and crunchy coleslaw.

    Buffalo Chicken Crunch Wraps

    My daughter-in-law loves Buffalo chicken, so I came up with this easy-to-make crunch wrap using all the same flavors and...


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    Smoked Pork Butt

    Ready to become a pitmaster? Here's how to smoke a pork butt in your own backyard.



    Beer-Cheese Green Bean Casserole

    This recipe for green bean casserole with cheese is better than the traditional recipe. There, we said it.

    Sourdough, Sausage and Blueberry Dressing

    I was looking in my pantry for raisins to make a dressing just like my mom's, but I was out....


    Copycat 57 Sauce

    This is a homemade version of our favorite steak sauce. We use it on steaks, chicken, pork and burgers, or...

    Huckleberry Bear Claws

    Beware: Bear claws may lead to bear hugs! My family can't get enough of these quick, easy pastries made from...


    Rock N Rye Pork Roast Sandwiches

    Detroit's Faygo Rock & Rye soda (or pop, as we call it in Michigan) gives these pork roast sandwiches such...


    Rib Shack Copycat Mashed Potatoes

    Idaho is well known for being the potato state—even our license plates say "Famous Potatoes"! This is my version of...


    Buckeye Doughnut Holes

    Ohioans LOVE their buckeyes! They are in just about every candy shop and on every homemade sweets tray. I've taken...

    Tom and Jerry

    It wouldn't be Christmas without a warm Tom and Jerry drink. I was surprised to find out that not everyone...


    Shrimp Puff Pastry Triangles

    Shrimp de Jonghe was invented in Chicago. It is usually baked and served in a casserole dish, but my version...


    Japanese Cheesecake

    A wobbly Japanese cheesecake is wonderful to behold—and even better to eat! With a jiggly texture that’s both airy and...


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    Gooey Butter Cake

    In St. Louis, gooey butter cake is a go-to treat. Learn how to make this rich, delicious and super easy...


    St. Louis-Style Pizza

    Provel cheese and a cracker-thin crust are the hallmarks of this St. Louis-style pizza recipe. Don't forget to cut your...

    Detroit-Style Pizza

    Topped with pepperoni and melted, ooey-gooey cheese, this traditional Detroit-style pizza is just what your pizza night needs. Don't be...


    Cherry Chip Waffles with Cherry Syrup

    While on a recent trip to Door County, Wisconsin, for a family reunion, I created this yummy recipe using some...


    Sweet Cherry Upside-Down Cake

    This cherry upside-down cake is a summer staple in our house, and it's always welcomed at neighborhood and family barbecues....


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    Air-Fryer Ravioli

    Keep reading for how to make air-fryer ravioli! When dunked in homemade marinara or pesto sauce it makes the ideal...


    Bratwurst and Chicken Kabobs

    I made these lively chicken kabobs as a thank-you gift while visiting my relatives in Norway They loved eating them...


    Chili Dog Baked Potatoes

    These chili dogs are nestled in baked potatoes for a delicious and satisfying meal. They're perfect for a barbecue, but...


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    Toasted Ravioli

    Looking for a conversation-worthy appetizer for your next party? Try toasted ravioli, a famous St. Louis fried treat that's served...


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    How to Make Minnesota Hot Dish

    So you call it a casserole? Everyone knows that in Minnesota, we call it hot dish. Here's how to make...


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    Maple-Apple Clafoutis

    This fruit pudding could not be easier to make! A traditional comfort food in France, clafoutis is often made with...

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    Badger State Stuffing

    Your family will love the contrasting sweet, savory and slightly tart flavors in this spin on a Thanksgiving classic. Feel...


    Buckeye Pie

    Everyone who eats this pie raves about it! You can cover the whole top with ganache, but leaving part of...


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    Wisconsin Butter Burgers

    It’s no secret that Wisconsinites love their dairy—so much that they sometimes top their burgers with a generous pat of...


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    Crock-Pot Chicken and Dumplings

    Discover a virtually effortless way to make cozy Crock-Pot chicken and dumplings. This recipe brings hearty, home-cooked flavor to your...


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    Sugar Cream Pie

    This rich, custardy sugar cream pie is an Indiana specialty. With just one bite of this decadent dessert, you’ll see...


    Pressure-Cooker Tuna Noodle Casserole

    We tweaked this family-friendly classic tuna casserole to work for the pressure cooker. Go for easy, wholesome and totally homemade!—Taste...