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The 25 Best Regional Recipes for Trying Something New This Holiday

These unique regional favorites cover every course, whether you're looking for something sweet or savory, for the holiday meal or the day-after brunch.

Cook smarter and succeed every time. Every recipe in this collection was developed and refined by our team of 50 test cooks until they arrived at the best version.

Southwestern Staple

New Mexico Biscochitos

Amish Cinnamon Bread

Louisiana-Style Cornbread Dressing

Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza

Amish Potato Filling

Virginia Peanut Pie

St. Louis Favorite

Gooey Butter Cake Bars

Texas Potato Pancakes

Monterey Bay Cioppino

Mississippi Mud Pie

Alabama Orange Rolls

Tater Tot Hotdish

Maine's Unique Creation

Needhams (Potato Candy)

New Jersey Crumb Buns

Chocolate Haupia Cream Pie

Maple Syrup Pie

Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Connecticut Go-To

Lighthouse Inn Potatoes

Country Captain

Cajun Rice Dressing

Blueberry Biscuits

Prosciutto Bread

North Carolina Cheese Biscuits

Interested in more than The 25 Best Regional Recipes for Trying Something New This Holiday? Thousands more foolproof recipes await you.

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