Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in Basic Foods or in LCTI’s Culinary Program. The waves of immigration to this country have lent a great variety to the cuisine of the USA. In American Foods, the student prepares “typical foods” from all sections of the country. Examination of customs, traditions, folklore, famous restaurants, and chefs are researched. A highlight of this course is a competition in which students utilize their creative flair to develop an appealing, nutritious, and marketable fast food, a truly American phenomenon.