Here Are The 15 Dishes You Have To Eat In Pennsylvania Before You Die

Pennsylvania foods are highly influenced by Dutch and German traditions, making local cuisine truly unique when compared with other U.S. states. Here are 15 iconic dishes in Pennsylvania that are a must try; that's right, a Pennsylvania foods bucket list! You may think you've had them all, but have you?

1. Lebanon Bologna Sandwich

The cool thing about Lebanon bologna is everyone prefers it served in different ways. Mustard, cream cheese, and even peanut butter have been used as a spread. I myself like it with mayonnaise and crushed potato chips. You?

2. Chicken Corn Soup

There is nothing quite like your mother's or grandmother's homemade chicken corn soup. Can you feel your stomach growling in anticipation yet?

3. Ham and Green Beans

...oh, and potatoes. DON'T forget the potatoes!

4. Whoopie Pies

Also known in some parts of Pennsylvania as gobs, these delightful desserts are always welcome. They're available in a bunch of different flavors, too, although chocolate is probably the most popular.

5. Hog Maw

Hog maw is an acquired taste and consistency. But it's one of the most iconic dishes in Pennsylvania, so try it at least once, just to be sure! Who knows? You might end up loving it.

6. Scrapple

It's a love-hate kind of thing. Some Pennsylvanians go crazy for the meaty treat, scrapple. Do you eat it with breakfast, lunch, dinner, or all of the above? Or are you in the "never-going-to-eat-scrapple" column?

7. Shoofly Pie

Sweet molasses! To never have this Pennsylvania classic touch your taste buds is a crime.

8. Red Beet Eggs

The easy part is eating them. The hard part is having to wait a few days before they're pickled just right.

9. Philly Cheesesteak

In terms of iconic dishes in Pennsylvania, the cheesesteak is perhaps #1. Nobody makes 'em like they do in Pennsylvania. Thank you, Philly, for one of the best inventions ever.

10. Pork and Sauerkraut

The only way to commemorate the new year.

11. Creamed Chipped Beef

I've seen people smother this over waffles, toast, biscuits, and even chicken. What's your preference?

12. Pierogies

No matter the flavor or if you're digging into a regular or a dessert pierogi, you know you're going to love every delicious bite.

13. Soft Pretzel

Extra salt and extra spicy mustard, please.

14. Chicken Pot Pie

Pennsylvanians know this is the true blue way to make pot pie.

15. Stuffed Cabbage

There are many varieties of stuffed cabbage but most often in Pennsylvania, it's filled with pork, beef, or rice. What's your favorite?

Which of these iconic dishes in Pennsylvania have you tried? If you've eaten 15 out of 15, your work here is done. If there were a few on the list you haven't had the pleasure of trying, what are you waiting for?! Have at least a bite, and keep a big cup of Turkey Hill Iced Tea on standby to wash it all down.