United States
United States cooking brings together regional dishes, family recipes, and traditions shaped in many communities. Chowders, potato soups, and other preparations sit alongside Southern, Texan, and related collections. Browse those narrower archives for a regional focus or begin here for a wider view of American dishes represented in the recipe box.
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Tex-Mex
Tex-Mex has its own culinary identity, with Texas and Mexican connections expressed through particular dishes and ingredients. Jalapeño sauces, poblano casseroles, enchiladas, and other preparations provide starting points here. Browse the collection for familiar servings and adaptations, with the recipe’s individual ingredients and method guiding the choice of what to cook.
Texan
Pork chops, mushroom rice, jalapeño cheese preparations, and other dishes give this Texan collection its range. The recipes gather Texas-linked flavors and interpretations without treating one dish as the whole of the state’s cooking.
In this collection
Tex-Mex Refried Beans
These silky, indulgent refried beans take the Tex-Mex classic to new heights! A blend of creamy pinto beans, smoky chipotle, caramelized onions, and a dash of cumin create…
Salsa Verde
A bright, tangy, and smoky salsa verde with layers of flavor: sweet roasted tomatillos, smoky poblano and Jalapeño, fresh herbs, and a hint of honey to balance the…

Crab Rangoon Casserole
All the creamy, cheesy goodness of your favorite takeout appetizer—reimagined as a comforting baked casserole. Tender egg noodles are tossed with surimi crab and a rich cream cheese…
Ultra-Gooey Stovetop Mac and Cheese
This creamy stovetop macaroni and cheese from Serious Eats combines extra-sharp cheddar and American cheese for a rich, velvety sauce with a hint of heat from hot sauce…

Champurrado
Champurrado is a traditional Mexican chocolate-based atole, perfect for warming up on chilly days. This rich, thick drink combines the comforting flavors of chocolate, cinnamon, and panela sugar…

Cowboy Lasagna
This cheesy Cowboy Lasagna is a hearty fusion of classic Italian lasagna and bold Tex-Mex flavors. Layers of tender lasagna noodles, creamy ricotta, flavorful meat sauce, and melted…

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
This sandwich packs bold, spicy flavors with crispy, juicy chicken and refreshing toppings to balance the heat. Perfect for anyone who loves a fiery kick! Ingredients For the…

Chiles Rellenos Casserole with Hatch Peppers and Smoky Tomato-Chile Sauce
This Chiles Rellenos Casserole elevates traditional flavors with the addition of tender chicken seasoned with roasted hatch peppers and chile verde spices. Roasted poblanos are layered with Oaxaca…
Traditional Chiles Rellenos with Homemade Salsa
Chiles Rellenos, a beloved dish in Mexican cuisine, features poblano peppers stuffed with gooey cheese, encased in a fluffy egg batter, and fried until golden brown. Served with…
