10 State Foods You Didn't Know You Were Missing Out On

Every state has its unique flavors and dishes, some of which might be unfamiliar to even the most adventurous foodies. From Alabama's distinctive white barbecue sauce to Wyoming's cowboy cookies, this list explores 10 amazing state foods that are local secrets, just waiting to be discovered.

1. Mackinac Island Fudge

Native to a tiny island off the northeastern coast of Michigan, this fudge is smooth, creamy, and bursting with flavor. Trust me when I say you haven't tasted decadence until you pop a piece of this fudge in your mouth.

2. Huckleberries

A kissing cousin to the more notable blueberry, these delectable sweets produce a berry with thinner skin, juicier flesh, and a sweet, tart taste. Purveyors of this small berry, which is grown in the Pacific Northwest up in the Rocky and Cascade Mountains, say they use it in everything from pancakes and waffles to salads and soda.

3. Nutcrackers

This food has nothing to do with the famous ballet piece. Instead, it's a fruity mixed drink that will quench your thirst on a hot summer day if you trust a stranger to serve you one. Lovers of this summery cocktail say it's popular on beaches, trains, and even the sidewalk if you're brave enough to take a super-boozy sip.

4. Pozole

The dish has its heritage in the Mexican culture, but the flavorful twists are known to New Mexico. Pronounced (poh-soh-leh), this hominy-based soup centers on pork or chicken and hot chiles. Known for its spicy heat, you can moderate the heat based on which chiles you add to your chile sauce.

5. Palisade Peaches

Grown in Palisade, Colorado, these extra juicy, beautiful peaches are known for their sweetness. Long summer days and cool Colorado nights help these small treats on a tree flourish.

6. Pepper Jellies

Known around Alaska, this is not a funny pepper-shaped jellyfish, just in case you were wondering. Instead, it's a fantastic way to use up some of your hot peppers before the crush of winter. Like fruit jellies, these are made from the same sort of fruit pectin, and you can sweeten them to your liking. The beautiful pairing of sweetness and heat in these jellies is perfect to use with many meats, bbq sauces, and even as a garnish on crackers if you prefer.

7. Dutch Crunch

This yeasty sweet bread is made by applying a rice paste over the bread before it bakes. The rice paste then creates a beautiful 'crackle' pattern and provides the 'crunch' to this wonderful bread that I've heard tell is amazing as a sub for your favorite sub-sandwich.

8. Chow Chow Relish

This midwestern garnish became a staple as farmers tried to preserve the last vestiges of their summer gardens before the long grip of winter. While you can add any vegetable you like, there are two popular options. The first contains only bell peppers, onions, and green tomatoes. The second includes those three ingredients and often adds peas and even cabbage.

9. Apple Cider

There is apple cider just about anywhere in the U.S., but there is only one Uncle John's Cider Mill, and that small, family-owned business sits squarely in St. Johns, Michigan. Producing the finest apple cider in the Midwest, this family farm has something for everyone. You haven't lived until you've enjoyed a fresh-out-of-the-fryer donut and a glass of cold (or warm) apple cider.

10. Fry Sauce and Funeral Potatoes

Fry sauce starts with a foundation of mayonnaise and ketchup, but its native Utah roots are where it all began. If you're interested in trying this exciting dipping sauce, you can find many variations on YouTube and tutorials on making funeral potatoes.

This cheesy, starchy dish got its name from the frequency with which people served it at traditional after-funeral dinners. Some might refer to these as potatoes au gratin, but this uses shredded instead of cubed or sliced potatoes.

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