In the 19th century, tin miners ate these handheld pies and left their crusts to appease mischievous, mine-dwelling spirits.

In the 1920s, confectioners thought the public wanted candy that looked like legumes—and they were right.

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a classic Midwestern treat!

This mushroom isn't a mushroom at all.

This style of fried chicken is pressure-cooked while it fries.

This cosmic-colored flavor is a Midwestern mystery.

Ladled out of massive pots at feasts and fundraisers, the Midwestern stew binds communities.

Made of candy and Cool Whip, this “salad” is a mainstay at Midwestern potlucks.