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As with most cuisines, it is heavily influenced by the immigrant groups which settled in various areas of the Midwest. In the northern Midwest, that consists of mainly Northern European groups, so Swedish and Norwegian lutefisk, Cornish pasties, or Polish pączki are common. Missouri and Illinois were destinations for many German immigrants, so sausages and potatoes are more prevalent.
Some midwestern dishes include:
Saint Louis, Missouri, reflecting its varied immigrant influences, is known for dishes such as "toasted ravioli" (which is actually breaded and fried), and frozen custard.