Each state has certain recipes and ingredients that it is known for, and this recipe collection features the best dishes that represent the Sunshine State. When we think of Florida, the foods that probably come to mind are fresh. seafood dishes, anything citrus based like limes and oranges, and of course, refreshing cocktails. If you dream of a vacation in FloridaThe recipes on this list will allow you to enjoy the best flavors the state has to offer from home.
Savor the flavors of Florida with these recipes that will transport you to the Sunshine State in just one bite.
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You’ll find lime juice on the cake ingredient list as well as the frosting for this pound cake recipe.
Fresh citrus is the key ingredient in the marinade for this grilled chicken. The juice and zest of the oranges and limes give it the taste of Florida in every bite.
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Although this Key Lime Pie looks impressive, it’s pretty easy to make in just 3 steps with just a handful of ingredients.
You don’t have to be in Florida to enjoy this cool drink. Mix it at home in just minutes.
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Serving these fresh crab cakes with lime mayonnaise and mango salsa makes them the ultimate Florida meal. Plus, they come together in just 30 minutes.
Published in the Junior League of Tampa Cookbook, The Gasparilla cookbook in 1961, this tart rests on a baked meringue crust.
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Fresh shrimp are the star of this 20-minute recipe that’s sure to become a summer favorite.
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Processing the mangoes into a versatile salsa that’s the perfect companion to crab cakes, tacos, grilled chicken and more.
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Enjoy the best of two desserts in one with this combination of classic cheesecake and key lime pie.
Our test kitchen provides plenty of tips for making the perfect scallop plate at home.
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This cake recipe comes from Mary Moehling, mother of Robert Moehling, owner of the Robert Is Here fruit stand in Homestead, Florida.
Along with the big chunk of buttery crab, the white wine and bacon help create an elegant pasta dish that’s sure to impress. We recommend serving with bread to absorb every last drop of sauce.
You’ll find this boozy milkshake on menus at beach bars and restaurants all over Florida, and this recipe will let you recreate it at home.
This grilled grouper recipe will help you serve delicious fresh fish without having to go to a restaurant.
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Think of this classic cocktail as a vacation in a glass. It’s both refreshing and easy to make.
Fresh lobster turns homemade mac and cheese into an impressive dinner.
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Jacksonville chef Kenny Gilbert has packed this dessert with an abundance of Florida citrus with limes, lemons and oranges on the ingredient list.
Instead of cinnamon rolls, make this lemony version of the classic breakfast dish that will start your day on a bright note.
