West Virginia Recipe Links

The following recipes will introduce you to the foods of West Virginia. Some of the recipes are for easier items that are good for classroom state report projects such as Apple Butter or Quick Apple Crisp. There are also recipes that are a bit more unusual, such as Salmon Fillets with Watercress and Créme Fraiche Sauce. Relax and enjoy yourself as you explore the tastes of West Virginia.

Watercress Recipes
This often overlooked vegetable is grown in West Virginia. try one of these recipes for a healthier meal: Watercress Bruschetta, Watercress Roll-ups, Salmon Fillets with Watercress and Créme Fraiche Sauce.
Source: B & W Quality Growers

Local Virginia Apple Recipes
The apple was designated that state fruit of West Virginia on March 7, 1972. Try one of the recipes from this huge side from its neighbor for a tasty meal. The Quick Apple Crisp is one of the recipes that would be great for a classroom project.
Source: Virginia Apples

West Virginia Apple Butter Recipes
West Virginia is home to a yearly apple butter festival. This slow cooking site has over 40 slow cooking apple butter recipes for you to try. Wow!
Source: Just Slow Cooking

Treasured Recipes of West Virginia
This site has dozens of recipes from West Virginia. In addition to recipes for the usual fare such as desserts, meat, pasta, and salads, there is also a section for venison recipes reflecting West Virginia’s love of hunting.
Source: Martinsburg Contracting

Poached Salmon with Zucchini
This tasty recipe is courtesy of former Governor Gaston Caperton of West Virginia. The recipe is a delightful taste of West Virginia cuisine. Also try:
Apple Crisp
Source: 1st Traveler’s Choice