The Official Food of Every State in the U.S

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Did you know that most states in the U.S. have designated official foods ranging from official state dishes and desserts to state nuts, legumes and more? Scroll through the slideshow below to learn more about the unique meats, treats and iconic dishes that have become known as “official foods” across the U.S.

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Kansas: Sandhill Plum

Most of us associate Kansas with barbecue, but it actually isn’t an official state food. What is? The Sandhill plum. Declared the official state fruit in 2020, this native fruit is often used to make jellies, pies and wines.

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