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American foods you probably didn't know came from somewhere else

Discover these iconic American foods that actually originated in other countries and how they became U.S. favorites

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Some foods feel so deeply woven into American culture that it's hard to imagine they originated anywhere else. From burgers at summer cookouts to apple pie on the Fourth of July, these classics have become symbols of life in the U.S. But their stories actually begin thousands of miles away.

Many of America's best-loved dishes arrived with immigrants who brought family recipes, cooking traditions and regional specialties from their home countries. Over time, those foods adapted to new ingredients, local tastes and changing traditions, eventually becoming staples of American kitchens. 

According to Reader's Digest, culinary historians explain that America's food culture reflects the country's history as a nation shaped by immigration. Rather than inventing many iconic dishes from........

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