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

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

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