Famous Connecticut Foods - 3 Boys And A Dog

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These Famous Connecticut Foods are popular all over the state and include hot lobster rolls, clam pizza pie, steamed cheeseburgers, and farm-fresh ice cream.

This blend of seafood and the local fare has combined to make some delicious dishes.

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Connecticut is a southern state in New England right along the Atlantic sea. It’s home to Yale University and the Peabody Museum in New Haven. The food culture grew up around the major inland cities as well as coastal towns and has an amazing mix of cheeseburgers, apple pie, clam pie, and hot dogs.

These 10 categories of famous Connecticut foods have three delicious recipes each. If you’re in the mood for some Connecticut fare, you’re in the right place!

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• Hot Lobster Rolls
• Apple Cider
• Clam Pie
• Steamed Cheeseburger
• Farm-Fresh Ice Cream
• Hot Dogs
• New Haven Apple Pie
• Apple Cider Doughnuts
• Pumpkin Pie
• Grinder Sandwich
• More Connecticut Resources
• Recipes from Other States:

Hot Lobster Rolls

Hot lobster rolls are one of the most famous dishes in Connecticut. This seafood is wrapped in a warm hoagie roll and served with a side of chips.

• Warm Butter Lobster Rolls
• Our Favorite Warm and Buttery Lobster Rolls
• Warm Lemon Butter Lobster Roll

Apple Cider

Apples are a major staple in Connecticut, so you can find all things apple here. Apple cider can be drunk hot, cold, or hard. Any of these are delicious!

• Homemade Apple Cider (Easy Recipe)
• Homemade Apple Cider
• Homemade Apple Cider Recipe

Clam Pie

Pizza with clam meat is popular in pizza joints and restaurants all over the state. Add some spicy oil and you’ve also got a hot oil pizza.

• White Clam Pizza
• New Haven Style White Clam Pizza
• White Clam Sauce Pizza with Chili Oil

Steamed Cheeseburger

Steamed cheeseburgers are made by heating up a double boiler and steaming the burgers instead of using direct heat on a grill or pan. They are juicy and delicious this way.

• Steamed Cheeseburgers
• Steamed Cheeseburger
• Instant Pot Steamed Cheeseburgers

Farm-Fresh Ice Cream

Farm-fresh ice cream is made with raw cow’s milk and has a rich and creamy texture and flavor.

• Raw Milk Ice Cream Made With Pure Grass-Fed Cream
• Simple Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
• Farm-To-Table Ice Cream