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Burnt ends

Burnt ends are a Kansas City barbecue dish of slow-cooked, fatty, caramelized meat cubes that are often made from brisket or pork belly. They are known for their sweet flavor and soft texture. Burnt ends are a Kansas City barbecue tradition that originated from the burnt tips of brisket. They were originally considered a waste product, but became so popular that they were added to the menu.

Burnt ends originated at Arthur Bryant's Barbeque in Kansas City, Missouri The burnt ends were originally cut off and thrown away, but Arthur Bryant saved them as a free snack for customers The burnt ends were so popular that they were eventually added to the menu

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Gooey Butter Cake

Gooey butter cake is a type of cake traditionally made in St. Louis, Missouri. It is a flat and dense cake made with wheat cake flour, butter, sugar, and eggs, typically near an inch tall, and dusted with powdered sugar. While sweet and rich, it is somewhat firm, and is able to be cut into pieces similarly to a brownie.



https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gooey_butter_cake