Germans and Austrians argue about who came up with the hot dog first, although Romans were the first to make reference to sausages, and it was German "dachshund" sausages that drew the attention of Americans.
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A mainstay of colonial diets for almost a century due to its inexpensive preparation, apple pie initially arrived in the United States with immigrants from the United Kingdom, Sweden, and the Netherlands
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Pasta with cheese is a classic meal that has been enjoyed in America for centuries, but its popularity in the country is often attributed to Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson famously served pasta at a state supper in Virginia
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Reuben Kulakofsky of Nebraska is credited with inventing the classic corned beef, Swiss cheese, and sauerkraut sandwich, but its origins can be traced back to the owners of Reuben's Delicatessen in New York City.
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The origins of the Buffalo wing are murky; some believe Teressa Bellissimo invented them to use up a surplus of chicken wings, while others say she whipped them up as a late-night snack to appease her son and his drinking companions.
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The burger as we know it today likely originated in New York when German immigrants smashed the famed "Hamburg steak" of their country between two pieces of bread
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