Main Dishes

This Classic Homestyle Meatloaf provides a taste of home with its perfectly seasoned ground beef mixed with breadcrumbs, minced onions, garlic, and herbs, all topped with a sweet and tangy tomato glaze.

Meatloaf - Ground beef, tomato glaze

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The Iowa Pork Tenderloin Sandwich is a classic Midwestern comfort food, especially beloved in Iowa. It features a large, breaded pork cutlet that is pounded thin for tenderness, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, and deep-fried to a golden crisp.

Iowa Pork Tenderloin Sandwich - Breaded, oversized pork cutlet

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The Classic Tater Tot Hotdish is a hearty and comforting casserole that is a staple in Midwestern cuisine, particularly popular in states like Minnesota. This savory dish features a layer of seasoned ground beef mixed with a creamy mushroom sauce, typically made from cream of mushroom soup, which provides a rich and umami flavor.

Tater Tot Hotdish

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This recipe features the classic German pairing of grilled bratwurst sausages with tangy sauerkraut. The bratwursts are seasoned and grilled to perfection, offering a smoky and succulent flavor, while the accompanying sauerkraut is a fermented cabbage dish that's both tangy and slightly sour.

Bratwurst with Sauerkraut

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Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza is an iconic dish known for its thick, buttery crust that lines a deep pie pan, cradling layers of cheese, meat, vegetables, and a chunky tomato sauce. Preparing this indulgent pizza involves creating a dough that is enriched with butter and sometimes cornmeal, giving it a distinctive yellow hue and rich flavor.

Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza - Thick crust, layered fillings

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