The Official Food of Every State in the U.S

On Posted on by Kayla Walden to Food For Thought, Lifestyle

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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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Ohio: Pawpaw

Pawpaws are the largest edible fruit found in North America, which was reason enough for Ohio to declare them their official state fruit in 2009. For those who have never tried them, they taste a bit like a mango but more floral and yeast-like.

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