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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West Virginia: Golden Delicious Apple

The Mountain State decided to declare a very specific apple variety as its official state fruit. The Golden Delicious is a sweet and soft variety that is popularly grown in West Virginia and used to make rich and decadent applesauce.

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