American

Sweet, tart and unmistakably American, this deep-dish pie is spot-on for summer gatherings. Blueberries, one of the few fruits native to North America, have long been used in Indigenous cooking, and when European settlers brought their pie-making traditions, the two came together to create a now-iconic dish. For the perfect slice, let the pie cool for four hours before serving

There’s southern fried chicken and then there’s Nashville hot chicken. A fiery interpretation with roots in the city’s African American community, it is crisp, cayenne-spiced and typically served with slices of soft white bread to soak up the heat. Our version lets you dial the heat up or down to suit your taste

The hot dog may have started as a German import, but it didn’t stay that way for long. Cities such as New York, Chicago and Seattle have each put their own stamp on this street-food staple. Start with the base recipe then, in the spirit of American independence, choose whichever regional variation you fancy

Cooked all in one pan that then goes straight into the oven, this Tex-Mex inspired recipe gives you minimal washing up with maximum flavour

With a nod to Cajun gumbo and ‘shrimp and grits’, these spicy, saucy prawns sit on a pool of creamy polenta that’s packed with roasted corn for extra flavour and texture

These ultra-fluffy, American-style pancakes are perfect for a plant-based brunch or Shrove Tuesday stack. By mixing soy milk with lemon juice, you create a vegan ‘buttermilk’, while self-raising flour and a generous quantity of baking powder ensure that all-important, pillowy rise

This is an American-style stuffing, meaning it has a looser, more bready texture. Our version uses brioche and sausagemeat with apples, mushrooms and sage. This recipe makes enough to also enjoy as leftovers in Boxing Day sandwiches