There is a common misconception that the United States lacks a distinctive national cuisine.
We have a wide variety, including Cajun, Creole, Tex-Mex, Italian-American, and many others.
It's true that these dishes draw inspiration from the food of other cultures, but the same can be said of nearly every dish in the globe.
Our final decisions were based on editorial discretion after reviewing restaurant menus and history.
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