What all-American breakfast is complete without bacon and eggs? This recipe puts a fun twist on the pairing by turning bacon into crispy cups for baked eggs.
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Ham & Cheese
Ham and cheese is a classic duo that will never go out of style. Both of them meld together in salty bliss, and they’re also some of the most widely appreciated sandwich toppings in the world, no matter what bread they go on or whether eaten hot or cold. This recipe serves them up hot on buttered and toasted hamburger buns with a mustardy mayonnaise.
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Soft Pretzels & Cheese
Soft pretzels and cheese are not only a quintessential concession stand snack but also great for stirring up nostalgic memories of ball games and other sporting events. It’s still a delicious food combo today (even if we don’t know what exactly goes into the vat of nacho cheese) and one that you can make at home! Try this easy recipe for soft pretzels and tangy mustard cheese dip.
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Chili & Cornbread
If you can’t eat your chili without cornbread, then you’ll love this recipe that makes two become one. There is something deeply satisfying about eating a tummy-warming bowl of chili with crumbly, cornbread to soak up all that flavor.
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Cacio E Pepe (Cheese & Pepper)
Two simple ingredients: cheese and pepper. And yet they are one of Italian cuisine’s power couples, turning plain pasta into a sophisticated, stunningly simple dish. For cacio e pepe, all you need to add is a bit of butter or olive oil and pasta water to bind everything together. Get the recipe here.
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Wontons & Noodles
Noodles and wontons are two pillars of Chinese comfort food, and when they come together in a soup, the result is ultra satisfying. This recipe shows you how to make homemade shrimp and pork wontons that combine with veggies and wonton noodles in a flavorful broth.
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Moules-Frites
You don’t have to move to France to taste the deliciousness that is moules-frites (mussels & fries). Despite its fancy-sounding name and sophisticated appearance, this dish is actually super easy to make. If you’re a sweet potato-lover, by all means, sub those babies in! Get the recipe here.
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Biscuits & Gravy
You don’t have to be a Southerner to enjoy hot biscuits imbibed with bed with rich sausage gravy. It’s the definition of comfort with a capital C. While it’s something you probably enjoy at your local greasy spoon, you can replicate the deliciousness at home with this easy recipe.
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Corned Beef & Cabbage
The best Reuben sandwiches are stacked high with corned beef, sauerkraut and melty cheese, and this recipe is no exception. They’re also a testament to the winning combination of corned beef and cabbage, which is just as tasty on its own, although we love the requisite Russian dressing that comes on the sammy and the toasted slices of rye that hold everything together.
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Chocolate & Chilies
While chocolate and chilies are one of the more unconventional food pairings, but anyone who’s tasted Mexican mole sauce knows that it merits a spot on this list. The fatty aspect of Mexican chocolate comes in to counter the deep-flavored spice from the chilies, resulting in an unexpectedly solid partnership you won’t soon forget. Get the recipe here.
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Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup
The good ol’ soup and sandwich combo never gets old, no matter how old we get—especially when it’s tomato soup and grilled cheese. Try this fun recipe variation that turns the classic sandwich into bite-size “croutons.”
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Tomatoes & Mozzarella
A simple salad of sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil is the best of Italy on a plate. This recipe uses heirloom tomatoes (which you can easily grow in your garden) and dresses the salad with a classic combo of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
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Butter & Noodles
Sometimes less is more, and this couldn’t be truer for the tried-and-true combo of buttered noodles. Wavy egg noodles seem to be the prized companion to butter, not to mention the perfect budget meal when you just want to eat something cheap and good! Get the recipe here.
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Buffalo Wings & Blue Cheese
Spicy buffalo wings need a cooling component, and there’s a good reason blue cheese (or ranch) is one of their most popular dipping partners. It’s tangy, creamy and also a convenient dip for crunchy carrots and celery. Our recipe puts a zesty, sweet & spicy spin on classic buffalo wings.
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Rice & Beans
Rice and beans are staple foods in many different cultures and especially in Latin America. It also shows up in Creole and Cajun cuisine in the comforting dish of red beans and rice, usually served with the addition of sausage for extra heft. Get the recipe here.
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Spaghetti & Meatballs
Contrary to popular belief, spaghetti and meatballs are not an authentic Italian dish. The true Italian way of eating meatballs is simply on their own (the name of the dish is polpettes), with or without sauce. Italian-American cuisine put its own spin on things, by piling meatballs in red sauce atop spaghetti. We’re not complaining. Get the recipe here.
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Ramen & Eggs
Ramen is an infinitely customizable food, and yet we love it most with a soft boiled egg on top. The egg can stand alone with noodles and veggies for a meatless meal but still provides an extra pop of protein to fill you up. Either way, ramen noodles and eggs are a definite do. Get the recipe for easy homemade Ramen here.
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Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese
It’s somewhat of a mystery how smoked fish and cream cheese were originally paired together, but it’s hard to deny how well they match up. The cream cheese helps to balance the saltiness of the salmon, and it also pairs well with other smoked fish, including trout. Try this recipe that perches them atop crispy mini waffles for your next brunch gathering.
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Roast Beef & Horseradish
No roast beef sandwich would be complete without a dollop of horseradish sauce to lend its sharp flavor and creamy texture. It’s an equally tasty duo without the bread, too. Get the recipe here.
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Fried Fish & Tartar Sauce
One of the most famous British dishes that Americans love is fish and chips. After all, how could you not love fried food with french fries? But let’s not forget the tartar sauce. The taste of fried fish dipped into this tangy, creamy sauce can’t be imitated, and for good reason! For a healthier version, try this recipe for baked fish sticks with Greek yogurt tartar sauce.
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Sour Cream & chives
Sour cream and chives is good together in any situation, whether it be atop a steaming baked potato, on a sandwich or tucked into comforting drop biscuits like these. Add in some cheddar for good measure, and you can’t go wrong. Get the recipe here.
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Milk & Cookies
Milk and cookies is not just a Santa Claus thing. Not everyone enjoys their cookies dipped into a glass of cold milk, but they still taste good together, one after the other. Try this indulgent, upgraded take on the combo, where both foods come together in a delectable milk & cookies cake. Get the recipe here.
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Burger & Fries
Do we even need to explain this one? Well, the only thing we have to say is that sometimes burgers and fries can literally be combined and eaten in one bite, and this recipe for french fry bourbon burgers proves that it’s a very good idea, indeed.
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Macaroni & Cheese
In today’s world, mac and cheese is often fancied up in the most gourmet of ways, and while we love us some baked lobster cooked in, sometimes the original version is all we need. Because cheese and noodles are a no-brainer and never disappoint! Get the recipe here.
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Chicken & Waffles
You haven’t tried soul food until you’ve eaten a generous plate of chicken and waffles drizzled with sticky maple syrup. Though it sounds odd when you say it out loud, one bite will silence you until your plate is cleared. Get the recipe here.
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Coffee & Donuts
Coffee and pastries is one of the most popular breakfast combos around the world, and it’s not hard to see why. There’s something satisfying about eating sugar so early in the morning, and it helps to counter coffee’s occasional bitter taste. It only makes sense then to make coffee-flavored donuts, right? Get the recipe here.
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Shrimp & Grits
Grits aren’t for everyone, but when you pile a bunch of seasoned shrimp on top, they take on a whole new personality. The grainy starch is actually an ideal partner for flavorful shrimp, and you might never speak ill of grits again after you try this. Get the recipe here.
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Salt & Pepper
It seems pretty obvious to point out the compatibility of salt and pepper, two of the most ubiquitous seasonings used in cooking and mostly together. But sometimes we forget just how good they can make food taste on their own. In Asian cuisine, they’re the star of some dishes, such as this recipe for mouthwatering salt and pepper shrimp.
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Avocado & Toast
Creamy smashed avocado on toasted bread slices? Need we say more? Oh, a sprinkling of red pepper flakes can’t hurt actually. Get the recipe here.
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Caramel & Sea Salt
Sweet and savory are embodied in the combination of sea salt caramels. The balance of flavors is startlingly addictive, and we love the crunch the salt brings to the chewy texture of caramel. This recipe flavors them with vanilla for a little extra sweetness.
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Chicken & Dumplings
When you’re in the mood for some soothing comfort food, you’ll never be let down by chicken and dumplings. Doughy balls (or strips, if you prefer) softened in a soup with flaked chicken and veggies is a dish that will always be cherished when done right. Get the recipe here.
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Pork & Apples
Caramelized pork and apples creates a unique flavor sensation that makes eating fruit for dinner a lot more fun. Not to mention how easy it is to make as a one-pan dish! Get the recipe here.
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Cheese & Crackers
When you’re entertaining at home and pressed for time, there’s no better food pairing than cheese and crackers. It’s fast, easy to throw together, and everyone loves the two together. Add in some fruit and spreads, and you’re good to go! Get the recipe here.
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Pulled Pork & Slaw
Delicious pulled pork needs good sides, and that includes creamy, crunchy coleslaw. They also happen to be an amazing when piled together onto a fluffy sandwich bun. This recipe coats the pork in a sweet and spicy chipotle honey sauce that will make you want to go back for seconds.
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Bagels & Lox
We’ve already mentioned smoked salmon and cream cheese being a winning duo, but what about bagels and lox? It’s a classic bagel sandwich, popularized by the Jewish immigrant community in New York and now loved all around the world. All we can say is that if you haven’t tried it yet, you’re missing out. Get the recipe here.
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Pancakes & Maple Syrup
It would be wrong to exclude pancakes and syrup from this list, given that most of us probably had never eaten maple syrup with anything else for part of our lives. The two were clearly made for each other, although make sure you’re using real maple syrup and not pancake syrup, which are not one and the same. Get the recipe for bourbon barrel aged maple syrup pancakes here.
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Cinnamon & Sugar
Cinnamon and sugar is a glorious sweet combo that we could put on anything. Cinnamon rolls, soft pretzels, breakfast pastries and these droolworthy cinnamon sugar scones.Get the recipe here.
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Steak & Lobster
Pairing seafood with meat isn’t easy, but there is one surf and turf duo that never disappoints: steak and lobster. Two luxurious, succulent ingredients that both love butter and sauces equally. Whether grilled or roasted, they go together like two peas in a pod. Get the recipe here.
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Kimchi & Cheese
It might sound gross, but you’d be surprised at how well spicy kimchi pairs with melted cheese. The cheese helps to tame the heat, without letting it completely fizzle out, and the fermented cabbage adds a nice crunchy texture. Try it in a warm kimchi cheese dip, and see for yourself. Get the recipe here.
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Chicken & Rice
Does it get any better than chicken and rice? These two base ingredients can be prepared in myriad ways, and yet somehow they just work marvelously together every time. Here’s a recipe for garlic butter chicken and rice that is anything but boring!
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Bread & Olive Oil
The sheer deliciousness of something so simple—bread and olive oil—is enough to make us never want to be on a low-carb diet. It’s especially hard to pass up the free bread basket & oil at Italian restaurants, but you can try making your own oil at home with this easy recipe.
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Eggs & Rice
Eggs are a great source of protein, and when scrambled, they blend seamlessly into stir-fried rice. They can also be eaten Omu-rice style, which is a Japanese dish of ketchup-flavored rice covered with a folded omelet. However you eat the two together, it’s sure to be tasty! Get the recipe for egg fried rice here.
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Peanut Butter & Sriracha
Here’s another Asian-inspired dish that pairs spicy Sriracha with creamy, fatty peanut butter in a lip-smacking sauce for cold soba noodles. If you’ve got a low tolerance for heat, peanut butter is an excellent way to take things down a notch. Get the recipe here.
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