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10 State Fair Favorites

May 24, 2013

Flashing lights, bright colors, loud noises, sticky fingers: these are the hallmarks of state fairs and carnivals, the real signs that summer is coming. While there's nothing quite like a freshly fried Oreo from a red-pinstriped tent, here are 10 ways to recreate our favorite carnival foods at home. We can bet that they'll taste better -- and without a roller coaster chaser, they won't make you queasy!

Tipsy Maple Corn by thirschfeld 

tipsy maple corn

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Michael Ruhlman's Rosemary-Brined, Buttermilk Fried Chicken by Genius Recipes

fried chicken

 

Yum Dogs by vvvanessa

yum dogs

 

Roasted Slap Fries with Srirachannaise by viblanco

fries

 

Baker's Sign Soft Pretzels by Nicholas

soft pretzels

 

State Fair Cream Puffs by hardlikearmour

State fair cream puffs

 

Bread and Buttermilk Fudge by HCR 

bread and buttermilk fudge

 

Raspberry Ice Cream Sandwiches by fiveandspice

 

Cherry Snow Cone by mrslarkin

Cherry Snow Cone

 

Simplest Caramel Apples by Food52

caramel apples

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Brette Warshaw

Written by: Brette Warshaw

I'm a reader, eater, culinary thrill-seeker, and food nerd.

2 Comments

Sam1148 May 24, 2013
They seem to be more fall things around here. With apples, canning, pies, and lots of pig.
But don't forget the Smoked Turkey Wings.
 
Don't forget the corn dogs!!!
http://www.itsnoteasyeatinggreen.com/2013/04/24/baked-corn-dogs-and-birthdays/