American Cuisine

American cuisine is broad, varied and strongly shaped by regional traditions. From barbecue, burgers and fried chicken to clam chowder, cornbread, pancakes, pies and soul food, you can see the influence of immigration, local produce and family cooking everywhere.

At Goed en Lekker, we collect American recipes that are easy to prepare at home, with pure ingredients and clear steps. Think of comfort food, classic side dishes, hearty breakfasts, barbecue dishes and sweet bakes that reflect the rich food culture of the United States.

  • Oysters Rockefeller

    Oysters Rockefeller

    Oysters Rockefeller were invented in 1889 at Antoine’s restaurant in New Orleans. The dish consists of warm oysters in the shell, finished with a buttery, green herb layer and a crisp breadcrumb topping, briefly gratinéed in the oven.

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  • Waldorf Salade

    Waldorf Salad

    This is one of the oldest salads, created by Oscar Tschirky in 1896 at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York.

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  • Eggs Benedict

    Eggs Benedict

    A true classic and a delicious dish for breakfast or brunch. Poached eggs on toast with delicious Hollandaise sauce.

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  • Jersey Breakfast

    Jersey Breakfast

    Originally this dish is made with the famous Taylor's Pork Roll, which is replaced with grilled sausage in this recipe.

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  • Cobb salad

    Cobb salad

    The Cobb salad is a colourful American main course salad. With rows of fresh toppings on a bed of finely chopped lettuce,

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  • Mac 'n' Cheese

    Mac 'n' Cheese

    Mac 'n' Cheese is a classic dish that can be ordered in most restaurants and bars across America.

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  • Meatloaf

    American Meatloaf with Ketchup Glaze

    American meatloaf with a ketchup glaze on top and in between the minced meat.

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  • Chicken Brunswick Stew

    Chicken Brunswick Stew

    Delicious Southern chicken stew that can also be made with beef, pork or rabbit, for example.

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  • Afbeelding van Candied sweet potatoes

    Candied Sweet Potatoes

    Delicious side dish, the combination of cinnamon, ginger and maple syrup is truly irresistible.

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  • Creamy cucumber salad

    This delicious cucumber salad is an easy side dish that goes perfectly with a summer meal or barbecue.

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  • Benedictine spread

    Benedictine spread

    The original recipe was created by Jennie Carter Benedict, from Louisville, Kentucky sometime around 1900.

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  • Classic coleslaw recept

    Classic coleslaw

    This classic salad is perfect with anything that comes off a barbecue. It's the perfect side dish that never looks out of place.

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  • Banan Bread

    Banana bread

    Banana bread was discovered in America around the 1930s. It is a deliciously sweet bread that tastes a bit cake-like.

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  • Afbeelding van White BBQ sauce

    White BBQ sauce

    This creamy and tangy Southern-style BBQ sauce is a refreshing twist on the classic red version.

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  • Carolina Sweet BBQ-sauce

    Carolina Sweet BBQ Sauce

    The Carolina Sweet BBQ sauce is known for its sweet and flavorful character, made with mustard and vinegar.

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  • BLT Sandwich

    The BLT (bacon, lettuce, and tomato) is a concept that you can't ignore in America. This sandwich is simple but delicious.

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  • Brown Gravy Meatloaf

    Brown Gravy Meatloaf

    Brown Gravy Meatloaf is a savoury American variation on classic meatloaf. Instead of a sweet ketchup glaze, the meatloaf is served with a rich brown onion gravy.

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