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2. Deep-fried Middle Eastern balls made from ground chickpeas
4. A classic Canadian comfort food: fries, squeaky cheese curds, and brown gravy
7. Italy's gift to the world, from penne to rigatoni
9. Fried dough pastry dusted in cinnamon sugar, popular in Spain and Latin America
11. A creamy, slow-cooked northern Italian rice dish
14. Flaky, buttery French pastry shaped like a crescent moon
16. Spicy, fermented Korean cabbage that packs a flavorful punch
17. South American dish of raw fish cured in fresh citrus juices

1. A grid-patterned breakfast favorite that loves syrup
3. Backyard barbecue staple often topped with cheese and lettuce
5. Japanese delicacy often wrapped in seaweed (nori)
6. Triangular, savory fried pastry popular in Indian cuisine, often stuffed with spiced potatoes
8. Soft, pillowy Italian dumplings usually made from potatoes
10. Comforting Japanese noodle soup served in a rich broth
12. A layered Italian comfort food baked with sheets of pasta, sauce, and plenty of cheese
13. A puffed-up, airy French baked dish that might deflate if you slam the oven door
15. A Mexican street-food classic served in a folded tortilla