The cuisine of the United States is characterized by its down-to-earth and hearty style, often influenced by traditional family recipes and seasonal ingredients. Classic American recipes include hamburgers, hot dogs, BBQ ribs, mac and cheese, apple pie and chocolate chip cookies. Many American recipes rely on a generous use of butter, sugar and other sweet ingredients, which gives them their characteristic flavor.
American cuisine is also known for its great variety of fast food dishes and snacks such as French fries, pizza and sandwiches. In addition, desserts such as donuts, brownies and cheesecake are also typically American. American cuisine is also often associated with large portions and a focus on comfort food. Another characteristic of American cuisine is its ability to take influences from different cultures and integrate them into new creations, resulting in a very diverse and creative cuisine.
This is a selection of classic and traditional recipes from America: