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INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS
WINFIELD HOUSEJULY 2013
TASTES OF THE USARECIPE BOOK
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WELCOME
Welcome to the United States ofAmerica; so much more than adestination. Its a land where everythingis possible, so anything is possible.Where imagination becomes realityand nothing is too new, too big or toofar away to actually happen. Whetheryoure exploring a larger-than-lifecity or wandering way off the beatenpath, there is something different toexperience and taste aroundevery corner. From the East Coast to the West Coastand everywhere in-between, the USAhas a varied and famed food scene.Expect to see thick barbecue ribs andsmoked brisket delivered piping hotat a Texas roadhouse; watch talentedchefs blend organic, fresh-off-the-farm produce with Asian twists ataward-winning West Coast restaurants;get your x of fresh bagels and loxat a century-old deli in Manhattans
Upper West Side, or indulge in plumppancakes, fried bacon and eggs overeasy under the clatter of cutlery at a1950s-style diner. Steaming plates offresh lobster are served at the watersidein Maine, while oysters and champagneare quaffed in fashionable city winebars, and beer and pizza are served atan authentic Midwestern watering hole.
Whatever your tastes, theres noshortage of ways to dine or drink laAmericana. Whatever youre having,enjoy it with a glass of locally producedwine or microbrew beer. Here are some mouth-wateringrecipes from all across America thatare prepared in the kitchen of the U.S.
Ambassadors residence in the UnitedKingdom. Get cooking and enjoy thesetastes of the USA! Discover the tastes of this land,like never before.
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CONTENTS
4SOUTH CAROLINA PULLED PORKON MINI BUNS
12
8
16
28
24
32
36
20
MARYLAND MARYLANDCRAB CAKES
40
NEW HAMPSHIRECLAM CHOWDER
CALIFORNIA
VEGETARIANSUSHI
MAINE CHOCOLATE
BROWNIES
MASSACHUSETTS CHOCOLATE
CHIP COOKIES
TEXASBEEF CHILI INPASTRY SHELLSWITH GUACAMOLE
FLORIDA MINI KEYLIME PIES
GEORGIA MINI PECAN PIES
LOUISIANA CHEESE BISCUITSWITH POPPYSEEDS
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SOUTHCAROLINA
CHARLESTONFRENCH
QUARTER
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DISCOVERSOUTH CAROLINA
Shaped roughly like a diamond bygeography, polished by more than 300
years of American history and madegracious by a tradition of hospitality,South Carolina offers visitors a broad
array of attractions and accommodation.The state is distinguished by historicdistricts found in former mill villages;
small Southern towns and cities, mostnotably Charleston; more than 200 milesof beaches and coastal attractions; over380 golf courses; outstanding outdoor
destinations; and culinary specialtiesthat draw from the land and sea.
Every restaurant worth its salt offersshrimp and grits (coarsely ground corn)on its menu. The best dishes start with
grits from Anson Mills, which grindsheirloom grains into the creamiest gritsyoull ever have. Shrimp must be fromlocal waters and smothered, sauted
and seasoned with onions, sweetpeppers and some sort of porkham,
bacon, or sausage. Boiled peanuts,
South Carolinas official state snack, aredifferent from any peanuts youve evereaten beforethe raw, green peanutsare boiled in salt water becoming softand squishy; they sit in salty juice just
waiting to be slurped down. Get them atany country store or farmers market.
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SOUTHCAROLINA
PULLED
PORKON MINIBUNS
6
I N G R E D I E N T S
Pulled Pork
2kg Pork Shoulder trimmed of fat 250ml Cider Vinegar 1 tbsp Chili Flakes
1 tbsp Whole Grain Mustard 3 White Onions - sliced 6 Garlic Cloves - sliced
100ml BBQ Sauce
Mini Buns
256ml Whole Milk 5g Caster Sugar
10g Dried Yeast424g Plain Flour
5g Salt 2 Eggs
75g Softened Unsalted Butter 20g Sesame Seeds for garnish
M E T H O D (MAKES UP TO 48)
Pulled Porkl Pre-heat oven to 170 0 Cl Mix mustard and chili akes together
and rub into pork shoulderl Place pork in a roasting tray, cover with
sliced onions, garlic and cider vinegarl Cover with grease proof paper and foil
and cook for 3 hoursl Remover paper and foil and cook for
a further hour at 200 0 Cl Remove from oven and shred with
two forksl Mix with BBQ sauce and serve in buns
Mini Buns l Pre-heat oven to 200 0 Cl Dissolve yeast in luke-warm milkl Mix all dry ingredients togetherl Add butter, milk/yeast mix and one
beaten eggl Using a dough hook, knead in an electric
mixer until smooth for about 10 minutesl Put dough in a bowl, cover with a cloth
and allow to prove in a warm place untildoubled in size about 30 minutes
l Divide dough into 48 equal sizedballs approx. 16g each
l Roll the balls and place in a greasedmuffin tray
l Cover with cling lm and allow to provein a warm place until doubled in size about 30 minutes
l Brush each bun lightly with well beatenegg and sprinkle with sesame seeds
l Bake for 8 minutes until goldenbrown
l Cool on a wire rack
This South Carolina-style pulled pork is a variation of the dish that rose in popularitybecause it utilised the often unwanted and less expensive parts of the pig. If
prepared traditionally over a slow smoke-lled grill, pulled pork should take 8-10hours to cook; this version takes about 4 hours. Help yourself to a mint julep while
youre waiting for this Southern delicacy to cook.
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FOOD FACT
This regional recipe isnicknamed Carolina Gold
and traditionally the cookingtime would be all-day!
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MARYLAND
BALTIMORE
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DISCOVER MARYLAND
Maryland is often called America inminiature for its varied landscape;
from mountains to its winding Atlanticcoastline. The state was a centre of
military battles during the AmericanCivil War, and visitors can follow four
Civil War Trails carved by the footstepsof soldiers from that era. In Baltimore,
you can visit the birthplace of BabeRuth or the National Aquarium.
Alternatively, Annapolis, the port citythat was once the capital of the U.S., ishome to colonial buildings, as well as
the United States Naval Academy; fromthere, you can set sail on a schooner
in the Chesapeake Bay where you cancrack open a delicious crab claw
or a dozen!
The Bay is the largest estuary on thecontinent of North America, and its
Eastern Shore owes its renown tomiles of wetlands, coves and quaint
waterfront towns. The triangle formedby Easton, Oxford and St. Michaels is
the areas most popular destination - acharming enclave of pre-Revolutionary
and Federalist houses. Browse theantiques stores in Easton, the unofficialcapital of the region, before travellingto Oxford, one of the best-preserved
colonial settlements in the country.Check in at the Robert Morris Inn, whichdates back to 1710 and is where James
Michener wrote parts of hisnovel Chesapeake.
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MARYLAND
MARYLAND
CRABCAKES
I N G R E D I E N T S
500g White Crab Meattake care to make sure
no shell bits are present
50g Panko Bread Crumbs50g Mayonnaise
25g Parsley nely chopped 1 Egg
tsp Old Bay Seasoning
1tbsp Dijon Mustard 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
1 Lemons juiced
M E T H O D (MAKES 24)
l Mix together crab meat, chopped parsley and bread crumbsl Mix together mayonnaise, egg, Old Bay
seasoning, Dijon mustard, Worcestershiresauce and lemon juice
l Combine well the two mixtures and chillfor 20 minutes
l Shape into small balls and atten slightlywith the tines of a fork
l Fry in a pan until golden and crispon both sides
l Allow to cool slightly and serve witha sweet chili sauce
The State of Marylands long coastline, especially the Chesapeake Bay, teemswith numerous species of sh and crustaceans. It is no surprise that this originally
English dish dates back to Americas colonial settlers. These days, crab cakesare also served in a soft roll as a tasty sandwich.
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FOOD FACT
The two most common stylesof Maryland crab cakes are known
as Boardwalk and Restaurant.Boardwalk crab cakes are typicallybreaded and deep-fried and served
on a hamburger bun. Restaurantcrab cakes, which are sometimes
called gourmet crab cakes, areoften prepared with no ller, and
are composed of all-lump crabmeat served on a platter or
open-faced sandwich.
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DISCOVER
NEW HAMPSHIRE
New Hampshire may look small on themap, but its diverse regions offer a
variety of destinations and attractions -from historic river valleys to the soaring
peaks of the highest mountains in theNortheast. Roads lined with stone walls
lead to quintessential New Englandvillages, miles of scenic forests and
parks, inviting lakes, picture-postcardrural landscapes and a wealth of
outdoor recreation opportunities.
New Hampshire has three great kindsof playground: mountains, ocean and
lakes. And because the state is compact,you can experience more than one in a
single day. Swim and suntan on 18 miles
of Atlantic Ocean beach, cruise LakeWinnipesaukee, or picnic near Echo
Lake in the White Mountains.
In the autumn, trees glow with vibrantcolours and orchards overow with
ripe fruit ready for picking. Bright reds,oranges, yellows and golds make the
entire state a breathtaking sight duringthe autumn months, but visitors will
want to make sure they take a driveon The Kanc, as locals call it. The
Kancamagus Scenic Byway is a 28-mileroad that stretches from Conway toNorth Woodstock through the heart
of the White Mountain National Forest.There are hundreds of miles of hiking
trails and shing spots accessiblefrom the highway.
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NEWHAMPSHIRE
CLAMCHOWDER
I N G R E D I E N T S
500g Yukon Gold Potatoes -peeled and diced
(may substitute other potatoes)
227g Bacon - diced113g Unsalted Butter
950ml Milk950ml Single Cream
12oz can Corn40 Littleneck Clams
(may substitute other clams)
1 Large Onion, diced 2 Cloves Garlic - minced
4 Celery Stalks - diced 3 sprigsThyme
30g Chopped Chives for garnish
M E T H O D(MAKES APPROX. 60 SHOT GLASSES)
l In a large pan, place clams in waterto cover
l Boil until clams are openedand remove from shells
l Reserve the cooking liquor/brothl In a large pot, melt butter
on medium heatl Add onion, garlic, celery, bacon,
salt pepper and thymel Cook for 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until all is softenedl Add potatoes and corn, 475ml
of the reserved clam broth, milkand cream and cook gently for onehour until the potatoes are soft
l Put in a blender and pulsel Serve in shot glassesl Sprinkle with nely chopped chives
This creamy clam chowder is typical of that most often served in the NortheasternUnited States. It is distinct from the tomato-based Manhattan clam chowder
of Southern New York State. If youre looking to add a kick, stir in somevinegar-based hot sauce and enjoy!
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FOOD FACT
Including tomatoes in clam chowdermade in the New England states
is discouraged. A 1939 bill makingtomatoes in clam chowder illegal wasintroduced in the Maine legislature.
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TEXAS
AUSTIN
COLORADORIVER
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DISCOVER TEXAS
Stroll along the San Antonio River Walk.Take in Austins amazing music scene.
Visit the Dallas Arts District. Check outthe twice-daily cattle drives in Fort
Worth. Explore the history of Americasspace programme in Houston. Go fora hike in Big Bend National Park - andthats just for starters. The Lone StarState offers an incredible variety of
experiences, from exciting cities and richWestern heritage to rugged outdoor
adventures and unique history.
A drive through the Big Bend Countryin West Texas will leave you awestruckby the rugged beauty of its mountain
ranges, deep canyons, vivid sunsets andvast expanses of breathtaking scenery.
Texans are justiably proud of theirslow-smoked meats and there arenumerous stops along the TexasBarbeque Trail Kreuz Market in
Lockhart, Louis Meuller Barbeque inTaylor, and the Southside Market in Elginto name just a few all easily accessiblefrom Austin. And given that that Texasborders Mexico, its no wonder that this
state is the birthplace of hearty andavourful Tex-Mex cuisine!
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TEXAS
BEEF CHILIIN PASTRY
SHELLSWITHGUACAMOLE
I N G R E D I E N T S
Beef Chili 1tbsp Vegetable Oil
1 Small Onion - diced500g Lean Ground Beef
1 Clove Garlic - minced tsp Smoked Pimento Pdr/Chipotle
1 tsp Ground Cumin tsp Black Pepper, freshly ground
tsp Chili Powder tsp Cayenne Pepper
tsp Dried Oregano tsp Sugar
1 Large Red Bell Pepperseeded and diced
15oz can Tomato Sauce 1 tbspTomato Paste
15oz can Kidney Beansdrained but NOT rinsed
1 cup Water, or more if needed 48 Sun-dried Tomato ready-made
pastry cups (4cm diameter)
Guacamole 2 Ripe Avocados1 Lime - juiced
1 de-seeded Red Chili tsp Cumin Powder
M E T H O D (MAKES APPROX. 48)
Beef Chilil In a heavy pan heat the vegetable oil
and add the diced onionsl Saut over medium heat until soft about 5 minutesl Add the ground beef and cook for
10 minutesl As the beef browns, use a wooden spoon
to break the meat into very small piecesl Add the garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, black pepper, chipotle cayenne,
oregano and sugarl Cook, stirring, for 2 minutesl Stir in the diced bell peppers, tomato
sauce, tomato paste and waterl Bring up to a simmer; reduce the heat;
cook, uncovered for 60 minutes, stirringoccasionally
l Stir in the beans and simmer for30 minutes more
l Add more water during this cooking
stage to achieve the required thicknessl Taste and adjust seasoning as desiredl Spoon into pastry cups and served with
guacamole on top
Guacamole l Remove avocado esh from skin
and place in a blenderl Add juice of the lime, chili
and cumin powderl Blend until smooth
By the middle of the 19th century, chili dishes were already an established staplein the diet of cowboys and prospectors in the Southwestern United States,
where this dish originates. A dollop of guacamole, sour cream, or both,can cool the spiciness of a ery bowl of red.
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FOOD FACT
Early recipes from the CaliforniaAvocado Advisory Board (Calavo),
published in the 1940s, wereaccompanied with a pronunciationsuggestion: Say Huakamole.
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CALIFORNIA
ORANGECOUNTY
HUNTINGTONBEACH
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DISCOVER CALIFORNIA
Sunny beaches, towering redwoods,snowy peaks, desert oases; when it
comes to natural beauty, California isin a class by itself. Yet theres one thing
in the Golden State that has even morestar power than Californias spectacular
vistas - the people who call it home.What really sets this place apart from
anywhere else in the world is thatlegendary, unmistakable and irresistibleCalifornia attitude - a way of living that
makes you want to squeeze the lastdrop of fun out of every single
sun-drenched day.
Californians love the outdoors anddigging their toes in the sand, whether
its on Malibu, along the windsweptbluffs of Mendocino, or between thesurfers at Huntington Beach. Just 24miles and a short ferry ride from theL.A. bustle, Santa Catalina Island has
mini-sub tours to see ocean life, elegantdining and lodging, and a historicwaterfront ballroom. On the Palm
Springs Aerial Tramway, you can soarfrom the desert oor to the towering
pines, and glimpse dramatic vistas fromthe magnicent San Jacinto Range.
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CALIFORNIA
VEGETARIANSUSHI
I N G R E D I E N T S
890ml Japanese Rice such as Nishiki Lots of water for cleaning and
rinsing rice890ml Water
118ml Rice Vinegar 4 tbsp Sugar
1tsp Salt 6 Seaweed Paper Sheets
(Nori Sheets)
1 Unripe Avocado - thinly sliced(must be rm not hard)
2 Spring Onions - thinly sliced 1 Carrot - thinly sliced
1 Red Pepper - thinly sliced Cucumber - thinly sliced
Bamboo Sushi Mat Wasabi, Soy Sauce &
Pickled Ginger to serve
M E T H O D (MAKES 6 ROLLS or 60 SLICES) l Place the rice in a large bowl and cover
with lots of water - stir with your hands,pour off most of the water
l Agitate by moving your hands back andforth for 10 to 15 times swishing riceagainst the sides of the bowl
l Rinse the rice several more times untildrained water is almost clear - put ricein a colander and allow to drain for 1 hour
l Transfer to a rice cooker, add all thewater, cover and cook for 45 minutes
l Boil rice vinegar in a small pan - removefrom heat, add sugar and salt, stir untildissolved then cool to room temperature
l When rice is cooked, allow to rest incooker for 10 mins - transfer in a moundto the middle of a large, shallow bowl
l Using a diagonal slicing motion, cut therice with a spoon while gently pouringthe cooled vinegar mixture over the rice
l Cut rice several times to evenlyincorporate vinegar then cool
l When rice is at body temperature it isready for sushi making
l Place a Nori sheet, rough side up, on topof a bamboo sushi mat
l Evenly spread the rice over the sushi matso that it is cm thick and 3cms from thetop edge of Nori sheet
l Spread a thin layer of wasabi the lengthof the roll then place sliced avocado, redpepper, spring onion, carrot andcucumber in a line across the roll
l Gently and tightly roll up the sushitowards the top edge of the Nori sheet
l Moisten with water and seall Chill in the fridge for 30 minutesto rm up
l Slice sushi roll into 10 even slices andserve with wasabi, soy sauce and pickledginger
Brought from Japan to Los Angeles in the 1950s, sushi has spread in popularityfrom the West Coast across the entire United States. Americans have since
created their own variations, including wrapping the sushi inside outand introducing avocadoes and other vegetables into the mix.
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FOOD FACT
The Tokyo Kaikan restaurant featuredone of the rst sushi bars in Los
Angeles. Ichiro Mashita, a sushi chef
at the Kaikan, began substitutingavocado for toro (fatty tuna), and
after further experimentation,the California roll was born.
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FLORIDA
ISLAMORADA
FLORIDAKEYS
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DISCOVER FLORIDA
Florida is ip-ops at breakfast, lunchand dinner. Florida is Disney, SeaWorld,and Universal. Florida is swaying palms
and creeping jasmine, live oak andbamboo. Florida is gators, panthersand gentle manatees. Florida is the
shing capital of the world and a diversdelight. Florida is Mercury, Gemini andApollo, and the rst space explorers.
Florida is fresh oranges and grapefruitoutside your door. Florida is baseball,motor racing and golf. Florida is ArtBasel and art deco. Florida is sunrise
on the Atlantic and sunset on theGulf of Mexico.
Whether you want to ride a horse on
Cape San Blas or sample a culturalbuffet on South Beach, Floridas 825miles of beaches are ranked amongthe best in the country for beauty,
accessibility and facilities. In MiamisSouth Beach, you can sip a martini
under the stars while rubbing elbowswith the stars. Floridas ocean watertrickles inland, forming estuaries and
coastal hammocks that beckonbirders, kayakers and hikers.
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FLORIDA
MINI
KEY LIMEPIE
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I N G R E D I E N T S
Filling397g Condensed Milk
1tbsp Lime Zest110ml Lime Juice
tsp Salt 2 Egg Yolks
Prepared Sweet Pastry Cases4cm diameter
Meringue Topping
2 Egg Whites120g Caster Sugar
30ml Water
M E T H O D (MAKES APPROX. 38)
Filling l Pre-heat the oven to 165 0 Cl Place egg yolks in a bowl and whisk
for 1 minutel Add the condensed milk and whisk
for a further 3 minutesl Add the lime zest, the lime juice
and salt and whisk for a further3 minutes
l Pour into pastry cases and placein oven for 5 minutes
l Cool then chill
Meringue Toppingl In a small pan combine caster
sugar and water and heat to 118 0 C(soft ball stage)
l Whisk the egg whites in a bowl
until foamy l Pour the sugar mixture onto the
egg whitesl Whisk until stiff and glossyl Place meringue mix into a piping
bag with a star nozzlel Pipe meringue onto mini tartsl Put in a hot oven until lightly
golden brown in colour approx. 1 minute
l Cool on a wire tray decorate withgrated lime zest and servegarnished as required
Key Lime Pie, with its non-perishable ingredients, rst became a favourite of Floridasherman out at sea for extended periods of time. The Florida key limes are smaller,more sour, and more aromatic than their more commonly found Persian lime cousins
and are preferred for this recipe. If key limes are not available, other types of limescan be used. Key Lime Pie is often a wonderful conclusion to any Caribbean
or Southern style meal.
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FOOD FACT
In 2006, both the Florida Houseof Representatives and the Florida
Senate passed legislation effectingKey Lime Pie as the Official Pie
of the State of Florida.
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MAINE
PORTLANDHEADLIGHT
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DISCOVER MAINE
Maine is famous for its beautiful rockycoast that extends into the Atlantic
Ocean. Visit small shing villages thatdot the coast or head out on a cruise to
see whales, seals, puffins and Mainestraditional lighthouses. Explore AcadiaNational Park on Mount Desert Island,the perfect place to hike or bike (dont
miss the observation deck at thePenobscot Narrows Bridge). Tour NewEnglands largest botanical garden in
Boothbay, or indulge in some retailtherapy in the shops at the historic
seaport of Portland.
Maine is synonymous with deliciouslobster, which appears on restaurantmenus everywhere across the state,
from white-tablecloth establishmentsto open-air seafood shacks up and
down the coast. Classic Maine lobsteris served steamed in the shell with
lots of claried butter for dipping thesweet, succulent meat. But there areas many variations as there are sh in
Maines coastal waters. You might ndlobster bisque, lobster stew, lobster
pot pie, lobster scrambled with eggsat breakfast, lobster served with pasta
or lobster chopped into a salad andsandwiched between a hot-dog bun(lobster roll). For a close-up look at
the lobstering life, take one of the manylobster-boat tours available all along
the Maine coast, including Lucky CatchCruises in Portland.
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MAINE
CHOCOLATEBROWNIES
I N G R E D I E N T S
225g Unsweetened Dark Chocolate225g Unsalted Butter
5 Eggs 1tbsp Vanilla Extract
tsp Almond Extract tsp Salt
800g Granulated Sugar235g Plain Flour
Pecans, pistachios orother nuts to decorate
Icing Sugar to dust
M E T H O D (MAKES APPROX. 36)
l Preheat oven to 165 0 Cl Line a 9x13x2 baking tin with foil
and silicone paperl Place chocolate and butter in a heat
resistant glass bowl set over a pan ofgently simmering water water shouldnot touch the base of the bowl or thechocolate/butter mix will overcook
l In another bowl beat the eggs, sugar,vanilla extract, almond extract and saltfor about 10 minutes
l Gently fold in the our until well mixedl Pour into the prepared baking tin and
smooth the topl Cook for approx. 25 minutes at
which stage the cake will have a thickcrisp top insert a toothpick and it willcome out moist
l Let stand at room temperature until cooll Cover with kitchen foil and let stand
overnight at room temperaturel Cut and serve you may need to wipe
the knife blade after each cut as thebrownies will be moist
l Garnish with nut halves and dustwith icing sugar
Chocolate brownies are as ubiquitous a dessert on American menus as red doubledecker buses in Londons transport system. Rumours abound over the origin of
this American favourite, but the most common story is that of the Bangor Brownie.Back in 1907, a housewife in Bangor, Maine mistakenly forgot to include baking
soda in her chocolate cake, thereby creating the rst American chocolate brownie.
Whatever the story, these convenient treats are great drizzled with syrup,served hot with ice cream, or dunked in milk.
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FOOD FACT
A blondie resembles the traditionalchocolate brownie, but is based
on brown sugar instead of cocoa;they are sometimes referredto as blonde brownies.
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GEORGIA
ATLANTA
PIEDMONTPARK
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DISCOVER GEORGIA
From its energetic and lively cities tothe relaxing coastline and breathtaking
mountain scenery, Georgia boastsrich and unique experiences that are
unparalleledespecially its world-class Southern hospitality. The wide
diversity of holiday destinations, fromthe mountains to the coast, from its
southern rivers to historic heartland tometro Atlanta, guarantees every visitor
an unforgettable experience.
Georgias coastline stretchesapproximately 100 miles between the
Savannah and St. Marys Rivers. Wanderalong isolated beaches, tranquil marshes
and cobblestone streets. Put your toesin the sand on St. Simons Island, Jekyll
Island, Cumberland Island, Little St.Simons Island, Sea Island and more.
More than 700 feature lms have beenshot in this photogenic state, includingDeliverance , Driving Miss Dais y, Glory ,
Midnight in the Ga rden of Good andEvil , My Cousin Vinny , and Fried GreenTomatoes . Stop into the Whistle StopCaf in Juliette and sample the fried
green tomatoes for yourself.
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GEORGIA
MINI
PECANPIES
I N G R E D I E N T S
110g Granulated Sugar 3 Eggs well beaten
1 tsp Vanilla ExtractPinch of Salt
110g Golden Syrup110g Maple Syrup
50g Melted Unsalted Butter
80 Pecan Halves to decorate 40 Prepared Sweet Pastry Cases
4cm diameter
M E T H O D (MAKES APPROX. 40)
l Preheat oven to 165 0 Cl Place the butter, golden syrup, maple
syrup, salt, vanilla extract and sugar intoa bowl and stir well with a spoon
l Add the beaten eggs to the mixtureand stir well
l Place a pecan half into pastry case at side up
l Pour mixture into the pastry casesto three quarters full
l Place a pecan half on topl Cook for 10 minsl Once cooked leave to cool on a wire rack
Pecan trees are a common sight throughout the Southern United States, and theirnuts form the basis for this sweet and crunchy dessert pie. For an added luxury,
top your pecan pies with unsweetened whipped cream or crme frache,and serve them with a strong cup of coffee or tea.
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FOOD FACT
A pecan, like the fruit of all othermembers of the hickory genus,
is not truly a nut, but is technicallya drupe, a fruit with a single stoneor pit, surrounded by a husk.
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MASSACHUSETTS
BOSTONCHARLES
RIVER
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DISCOVERMASSACHUSETTS
Massachusetts may be steeped inhistory from the Revolutionary War to
the Civil War, but it also prides itself oninnovation, with some of the countrystop universities including Harvard, MIT
and Tufts. Because its a relatively smallstate, visitors can take in the sunrise
on Cape Cod and the sunset over theBerkshire Mountains all on the same
day. Enjoy the states bountiful seafood,especially the tender Ipswich Bay clamsthat will melt in your mouth. Throw insome fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce
and youve got the quintessentialMassachusetts summer meal.
Cape Cod National Seashore is a40-mile stretch of rolling dunes andgorgeous beaches that unfurls alongthe Outer Cape, from Chatham northto Provincetown. Alternatively, headto Marthas Vineyard and Nantucket
- two islands packed with charm.Christened in 1602 by British explorer
Bartholomew Gosnold in honour ofhis daughter, Marthas Vineyard is no
longer covered in wild grapes. Today, itsan island of beautiful beaches, woods,
farmland, cranberry bogs, charminginns and tourists, distinguished from
neighbouring Nantucket by itsproximity to the mainland.
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MASSACHUSETTS
CHOCOLATE
CHIPCOOKIES
I N G R E D I E N T S
75g Light Brown Sugar115g Unsalted Butter
at room temperature
80g Caster Sugar 1 Egg
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
190g Plain Flour tsp Salt
tsp Baking Soda340g Chocolate Chips/Morsels
dark, light or white
M E T H O D (MAKES APPROX. 48)
l Preheat oven to 165 0 Cl Line shallow baking trays with
greaseproof paperl Using an electric mixer, cream the brown
sugar, butter and caster sugar until paleand uffy approx. 5 minutes
l Add the egg and vanilla extract untilwell incorporated
l In a separate bowl, mix the our, saltand baking soda
l Add to the butter mixture and slowlymix until all is well incorporated
l Add and mix in the chocolate chips/ morselsl Scoop out walnut size pieces of dough
and place on baking trays and attenslightly with a fork
l Bake in pre-heated oven for 10to 15 minutes until golden brown
l Remove from oven and coolon the baking traysl Remove cookies with a spatula
In 1930, a shaking industrial mixer in the Toll House Kitchen in Whitman,Massachusetts, accidentally knocked bits of chocolate from an overhanging shelfinto the cookie batter. Instead of discarding what appeared to be fouled dough,
it was baked, and the world of cookies was forever changed. Chocolate chip cookiesare an American iconic treat, enjoyed by children of all ages! Dunk them in a glass
of milk, or enjoy them right out of the oven while the chocolates still melted.
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FOOD FACT
On July 9, 1997, Massachusettsdesignated the chocolate chip cookie
as the Official State Cookie, after itwas proposed by a third-grade class
from Somerset, Massachusetts.
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LOUISIANA
NEW ORLEANS
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DISCOVER LOUISIANA
Louisiana is a place where you canpick your passion; a state with so
much diversity that just a short drivetakes you to another world within thestates borders. No place in the USA isbetter known for its music and food.
Louisiana is the birthplace of jazz, thehome of Cajun and zydeco music anda stage for the evolution of American
blues, country and rock n roll. The richmusical heritage is the ideal background
track for enjoying the states uniquedishes. Even their names l gumbo,
jambalaya, toufe stir ones curiosityalongside ones palate.
For the culinary connoisseur, the foodhere is legendary no matter which partof the state you visit. Louisiana cuisinecomprises Cajun and Creole delicacies
and the best in seafood, such as shrimp,oysters, crawsh, crab, sh and even
alligator, along with a unique Louisianaspin on more traditional fare.
Music and food are also the centerpiece
for many a festival in the state. Try TheNew Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival
or Festival International de Louisianein Lafayette, the Red River Revel in
Shreveport or Contraband Days in LakeCharles theres always a reason to
dance and eat in Louisiana.
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LOUISIANA
CHEESEBISCUITS
WITH POPPYSEEDS
I N G R E D I E N T S
300g Grated Cheese(Hard Cheddar or Parmesan)
250g Unsalted Buttercold and diced
450g All-purpose Flour 1 tsp Salt
tsp Cayenne Pepper150g Blue Poppy Seeds
M E T H O D (MAKES APPROX. 150)
l Pre-heat the oven to 180 0 Cl Blend together grated cheese, our,
salt and cayenne pepperl Add cold, diced butter and blend until
the dough comes togetherl Split into four equal lumpsl Roll each lump into a sausage shapel Roll in the poppy seeds to coat evenlyl Chill in the fridge for one hourl
Slice into 5mm thick rounds and placeon kitchen parchmentl Bake in the pre-heated oven for
12 minutes until golden brownl Place on a wire rack to cool
These savoury cheese biscuits are served alongside glasses of sweetened icedtea or cocktails in homes throughout the Southern States. Cooked cheese
biscuits may be kept frozen in a container for as long as 3 months.Simply thaw before serving.
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FOOD FACT
Poppy seeds have long been used asa folk remedy to aid sleeping, promote
fertility and wealth, and even to providesupposed magical powers of invisibility!
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