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

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