Missouri's cuisine reflects its diverse cultural influences and agricultural richness, resulting in a range of unique and flavorful dishes. Whether you're savoring the tangy sweetness of St. Louis-style pizza, indulging in Kansas City barbecue, or enjoying a slice of gooey butter cake, you'll experience the delicious tastes of the Show-Me State. ¹⁾

St. Louis is known for its unique style of pizza, featuring a thin, cracker-like crust, Provel cheese, and a distinct sweet and tangy tomato sauce. ²⁾

A St. Louis specialty, toasted ravioli consists of breaded and deep-fried ravioli, often served with marinara sauce. ³⁾

Originating from St. Louis, gooey butter cake is a rich and sweet dessert, with a gooey and buttery texture. ⁴⁾

A popular barbecue item in Missouri, pork steak is a cut of pork shoulder that is grilled or smoked and often served with barbecue sauce. ⁵⁾

A processed cheese blend unique to St. Louis, Provel is a combination of cheddar, Swiss, and provolone cheeses, commonly used on pizzas and sandwiches. ⁶⁾

A hearty and filling dish, the slinger typically consists of eggs, hash browns, chili, and cheese, sometimes served with onions or other toppings. ⁷⁾

Kansas City is renowned for its barbecue, especially the use of a thick, sweet, and tangy tomato-based sauce on smoked meats like ribs and burnt ends. ⁸⁾

A Midwestern favorite, the pork tenderloin sandwich features a large, breaded, and fried pork tenderloin served on a bun. ⁹⁾

Gooseberry pie, made with tart gooseberries, is a classic Ozark dessert. ¹⁰⁾

In southern Missouri, boiled peanuts are a popular snack, enjoyed for their unique texture and salty flavor. ¹¹⁾

Springfield, Missouri claims to be the birthplace of cashew chicken, a dish featuring breaded and deep-fried chicken topped with a savory brown sauce and cashews. ¹²⁾

A traditional Ozark dessert, Ozark pudding typically includes apples, nuts, and a cake-like batter. ¹³⁾

Black walnuts, native to Missouri, are often used to flavor ice cream, providing a distinctive and rich taste. ¹⁴⁾

Sorghum molasses, produced in Missouri, is a sweet syrup made from sorghum cane and used as a topping or sweetener. ¹⁵⁾

Pecan pie, a classic Southern dessert, is enjoyed in Missouri, especially during the holiday season. ¹⁶⁾