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The incredible diversity in American cooking was a revelation. In my quest for "quintessential American food," I discovered there is no single definition; instead, a wealth of exciting dishes exists. Many outside the U.S. may think they know American cuisine from movies or brief visits, but this barely scratches the surface. The country remains a mystery, and my journey allowed me to explore its ingredients, food culture, and traditions. While I thought I knew cities like New York and Los Angeles well, I ventured into neighborhoods known for their immigrant communities and was rewarded with some of the most incredible food I've ever tasted. This was true beyond the big cities as well; from Creole cooking in Louisiana to soul food in Georgia, and the Mexican influences in Arizona to the hearty cowboy cuisine of Big Sky Country, each region offered unique treasures. I returned with more recipes than I could handle, ultimately narrowing it down to 120 of my absolute favorites. These include my interpretations of the best dishes I encountered, along with a few original creations. I hope you enjoy them and discover new, inspiring aspects of America along the way. Enjoy!
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Jamie's America, Jamie Oliver
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- Released
- 2010
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- Title
- Jamie's America
- Subtitle
- Easy Twists on Great American Classics, and More
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jamie Oliver
- Publisher
- Hyperion
- Released
- 2010
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 360
- ISBN10
- 140132360X
- ISBN13
- 9781401323608
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Cookbooks, Cookbooks, Food & Drinks, References & Manuals, USA, Food, Series, America, American Cuisine
- Rating
- 3.85 out of 5
- Description
- The incredible diversity in American cooking was a revelation. In my quest for "quintessential American food," I discovered there is no single definition; instead, a wealth of exciting dishes exists. Many outside the U.S. may think they know American cuisine from movies or brief visits, but this barely scratches the surface. The country remains a mystery, and my journey allowed me to explore its ingredients, food culture, and traditions. While I thought I knew cities like New York and Los Angeles well, I ventured into neighborhoods known for their immigrant communities and was rewarded with some of the most incredible food I've ever tasted. This was true beyond the big cities as well; from Creole cooking in Louisiana to soul food in Georgia, and the Mexican influences in Arizona to the hearty cowboy cuisine of Big Sky Country, each region offered unique treasures. I returned with more recipes than I could handle, ultimately narrowing it down to 120 of my absolute favorites. These include my interpretations of the best dishes I encountered, along with a few original creations. I hope you enjoy them and discover new, inspiring aspects of America along the way. Enjoy!