American food

4. A Mid-Atlantic breakfast meatloaf made from pork scraps and cornmeal, typically sliced and pan-fried.
6. A green pod vegetable, often used as a thickening agent in Southern stews like gumbo.
8. A small, soft baked bread, often sweet with additions like blueberries or bran.
11. A savory sauce, often brown or white, poured over meat and potatoes.
12. A cooking method and social event, often featuring meat like ribs or brisket cooked slow over low, smoky heat.
14. A quintessential American dessert with a flaky crust and a spiced apple filling.
16. Grated potatoes formed into small cylindrical pieces and deep-fried, a popular side dish and snack.
17. A retro appetizer consisting of a hot dog wrapped in cheese and bacon, then deep-fried in an egg roll wrapper.

1. A Southern porridge made from ground corn, often served as a breakfast side with butter or cheese.
2. Deep-fried chicken wings coated in a spicy, vinegary hot sauce, typically served with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing.
3. A hearty stew from Louisiana, typically containing meat or seafood, vegetables, and thickened with okra or filé powder.
5. A classic sandwich of a ground beef patty served inside a split bun.
7. A classic American salad featuring a bed of chopped lettuce topped with rows of chicken, bacon, egg, avocado, and blue cheese.
9. A creamy soup from New England, made with clams, potatoes, and onions.
10. A grilled sandwich containing corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on rye bread.
13. An iconic snack cake with a golden sponge outside and a creamy vanilla filling inside.
15. A comfort food dish made from ground meat mixed with other ingredients and baked in a loaf shape.