Love the idea of this, however your list seems rather generic. I mean "Real fired chicken" you get everywhere, what makes Georgia fried chicken different? What would be an example of "good bourbon"? Maybe also elaborate why they are "must tries", what is different from peaches in other places?Also:
Always wanted to try biscuits and gravy Here in the UK you have to try the following:Fish and chipsToad in the HoleWelsh RarebitBubble and SqueakPastyAll the above ('cept fish) can be vegetarian so I'm sure some omnivores will along to include pork pies, roast beef etc
Quote from: magentus on September 24, 2018, 04:09:07 PMAlways wanted to try biscuits and gravy Here in the UK you have to try the following:Fish and chipsToad in the HoleWelsh RarebitBubble and SqueakPastyAll the above ('cept fish) can be vegetarian so I'm sure some omnivores will along to include pork pies, roast beef etcThe first one we have around here in some places. Never heard of the others though. What are they?
Here in the mountain West of the USA, food hasn't been elevated to the same cultural level as it has been in other parts of the world. Food is seen more as fuel so you can keep going to feed the cattle or repair fence. Doesn't matter what it is as much as it matters that it's filling and keeps you going. There is a great tradition of self-reliance, so many people grow, hunt, and make their own foods. There are also a number of traditions brought here by immigrants from abroad, e.g. Cornwall or California. We seem to really like "Cornish Pasties" and "Irish Stew". There are German and Scandinavian influences.Nevertheless, some staples here aren't found as commonly in other places:Bison. If you like a hamburger, you'll probably love a Bison burger.Elk. This is Elk country and people fill their freezers this time of year so they can eat Elk the rest of the year.Fish (Trout, Salmon, Walleye, Northern). Same as Elk, fish get eaten all year. Beef. This is beef country and beefsteaks are very popular (bone-in ribeye being the most preferred)In addition to game, people love to forage for Huckleberries, and you can find huckleberry products everywhere, especially Huckleberry jams. Huckleberry jam on a ranch house biscuit is a fine, fine thing. We have a pretty active morel mushroom scene as well. People take note of where a forest fire has been, knowing that tasty morels will likely be found there come Spring. I note that I can't think of any specific regional dish like "Southern Fried Chicken" or "Gumbo". Food here seem to more ingredient based than recipe based.
Always wanted to try biscuits and gravy
Quote from: magentus on September 24, 2018, 04:09:07 PMAlways wanted to try biscuits and gravy Too easy, Mags.Take an English scone recipe and omit most or all of the sugar. Use buttermilk in lieu of plain milk. Instead of triangular shapes, cut round shapes with a very sharp biscuit cutter (helps them rise and be fluffy). Bake as per usual. When hot out of the oven, brush the tops with melted butter. (optional.....but not really.)While the biscuits are rising/baking, fry some breakfast sausage or Tex-Mex chorizo in a pan. I like a lot of sausage, but use what you like. Once the sausage is browned up and the fat rendered, sprinkle on some plain flour to absorb the fats and make a thick roux. Traditionally, this is kept light in color, but I like to go to a golden color. Then whisk in milk a little at a time until you get a thick gravy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Then add a bit more pepper. I find a pinch of dried thyme is nice.Split a hot biscuit in half and smother with the thick chunky gravy. Great with a fried egg and a cup of coffee (black).Lastly, call and make an appointment with a cardiologist; it's now time for an evaluation.
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Fries (preferably with stew and mayonaise), chocolates, beer.But must people probably knew that already...
The full English breakfast with black pudding
Is it famous??
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