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Idaho Finger Steaks

Posted on November 8, 2019 by HelenFern

Idaho’s state fruit is the huckleberry – a small berry similar to the blueberry. They have a state fish. The cutthroat trout – one of the tastiest fresh water fish. But Idaho is the potato state. They grow more than … Continue reading →

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Minnesota Lefse

Posted on August 16, 2019 by HelenFern

What foods does Minnesota boast about? They have an abundance of walleye – the state fish! It’s flaky and buttery and just plain delicious! And Spam! Yes, Spam is from Minnesota! But the state also has a large population of … Continue reading →

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Michigan Pasties – Easy Meat Pies

Posted on July 5, 2019 by HelenFern

Michigan – Pasties The next state up is Michigan. Although there are a lot of foods that are associated with this state, the pasties are pretty popular. In the upper Peninsula it’s a local tradition! It’s a savory pastry filled … Continue reading →

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Grilled Chicken and Potato Salad

Posted on June 12, 2019 by HelenFern

With all this hot weather, who wants to heat things up in the house! I don’t know about you, but our grill gets a lot of use during the summer months. Not just because it’s hot outside, but also because, … Continue reading →

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New York Manhattan Clam Chowder

Posted on March 15, 2019 by HelenFern

So many delicious foods associated with New York! The Romanian Jews brought Pastrami on rye; an Italian immigrant introduced coal oven pizza, and Bagels were shared by the Polish Jews. Bagels and Lox, another New York prize, was a combination … Continue reading →

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