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Cuisines from around the World

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Creole: Traditional

The term, Creole, means simply a person with European blood who has been born in the New World. Over time, it also came to apply to those with mixed French or Spanish and African or Caribbean blood. In the world of cooking, it names the French-inspired haute cuisine of New Orleans. Here, tried-and-true French methods met American ingredients head-on. The results were tantalizing: Creole bouillabai

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Australian

Australia's native plants (including wattle seed and lemon myrtle) and wild life (including kangaroo) combine in dishes to create earthy, delicious flavors. Such British favorites as scotch eggs and Shepherds Pie are often re-created with the native ingredients in mind.

Source: HungryMonster Writers

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American

American cuisine varies with region, and it is quite naturally influenced by the many ethnic groups who immigrated here. The popular food in the southwest U.S. is Tex-Mex, which includes a lot of tortillas, hot salsas, beans, and burritos. In the southern United States, popular dishes include catfish, barbecue, cornbreads, vegetables, gravies, and pork. The New Orleans area is noted for its Cajun

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