Missouri's cuisine reflects its diverse cultural influences and agricultural richness, resulting in a range of unique and flavorful dishes. Whether you're savoring the tangy sweetness of St. Louis-style pizza, indulging in Kansas City barbecue, or enjoying a slice of gooey butter cake, you'll experience the delicious tastes of the Show-Me State. 1)
St. Louis is known for its unique style of pizza, featuring a thin, cracker-like crust, Provel cheese, and a distinct sweet and tangy tomato sauce. 2)
A St. Louis specialty, toasted ravioli consists of breaded and deep-fried ravioli, often served with marinara sauce. 3)
Originating from St. Louis, gooey butter cake is a rich and sweet dessert, with a gooey and buttery texture. 4)
A popular barbecue item in Missouri, pork steak is a cut of pork shoulder that is grilled or smoked and often served with barbecue sauce. 5)
A processed cheese blend unique to St. Louis, Provel is a combination of cheddar, Swiss, and provolone cheeses, commonly used on pizzas and sandwiches. 6)
A hearty and filling dish, the slinger typically consists of eggs, hash browns, chili, and cheese, sometimes served with onions or other toppings. 7)
Kansas City is renowned for its barbecue, especially the use of a thick, sweet, and tangy tomato-based sauce on smoked meats like ribs and burnt ends. 8)
A Midwestern favorite, the pork tenderloin sandwich features a large, breaded, and fried pork tenderloin served on a bun. 9)
Gooseberry pie, made with tart gooseberries, is a classic Ozark dessert. 10)
In southern Missouri, boiled peanuts are a popular snack, enjoyed for their unique texture and salty flavor. 11)
Springfield, Missouri claims to be the birthplace of cashew chicken, a dish featuring breaded and deep-fried chicken topped with a savory brown sauce and cashews. 12)
A traditional Ozark dessert, Ozark pudding typically includes apples, nuts, and a cake-like batter. 13)
Black walnuts, native to Missouri, are often used to flavor ice cream, providing a distinctive and rich taste. 14)
Sorghum molasses, produced in Missouri, is a sweet syrup made from sorghum cane and used as a topping or sweetener. 15)
Pecan pie, a classic Southern dessert, is enjoyed in Missouri, especially during the holiday season. 16)