Grilled Cheese Sandwich
A grilled cheese sandwich, sometimes called toasted cheese, is one of the simplest and yet tastiest dishes around. There's something about melty, gooey cheese on toast that really hits the spot.
American Recipes
American food is often equated with fast food, but the melting pot of cultures that makes up the United States has just as much influence on the food as its people. Here are some classic and vegetarianized American recipes, whether invented in the US or simply adopted.
Also see Tex-Mex recipes
Hash Browns Ⓥ
Crispy fried potatoes are quick and easy.
American Recipes / Appetizers & Side Dishes / Breakfast / Brunch / Easy Recipes / Quickies / Vegan Recipes
Home Fries Ⓥ
Home fries take a bit of time, but they make a great addition to breakfast or brunch.
Hoppin’ John Ⓥ
This New Orleans' inspired variation on Hoppin' John includes the traditional black-eyed peas for luck, as well as rice and tomatoes. The cooking time might seem long, but most of it is unattended.
American Recipes / Appetizers & Side Dishes / Classic Recipes / Easy Recipes / Finger Foods / Kids' Recipes / Quickies / Vegan Recipes
Hush Puppies Ⓥ
Fried cornmeal nuggets make a tasty snack or side dish.
American Recipes / Colorful Recipes / Easy Recipes / Flexible Recipes / Kids' Recipes / Picnics / Quickies / Raw / Salads / Summer / Vegan Recipes
Independence Fruit Salad
As an American, red, white, and blue make me think of Independence Day and patriotism, so that's what I call this multi-colored fruit salad. The colors work for the UK and France too!
Jambalaya
This traditional stew from New Orleans is meat-based, but this vegetarian version leaves nothing to be desired.
American Recipes / Condiments & Dressings / Kids' Recipes / Quickies / Staple Recipes / Vegan Recipes
Ketchup
Why buy preservative-rich tomato ketchup (or catsup) at the store when you can make a healthier and tastier version at home?
Lentil Loaf Ⓥ
A healthy, delicious veggie "meat"loaf made with lentils.
American Recipes / Classic Recipes / Comfort Food / Easy Recipes / Kids' Recipes / Main Courses / Quickies / Vegan Recipes
Mac and Cheese Ⓥ
Finally perfected my vegan macaroni and cheese, comfort food extraordinaire.