Celebrate Native American Heritage Month through food!

Food is considered a scared gift by many Indigenous people, as well as a source of connection. Corn, beans, and squash- the three sisters- are staples in the Cherokee food culture, and corn is an ingredient that can be found at most Native community gatherings.

Try your hand at these dishes to celebrate!

Fry bread- a modern tradition found in many tribes in North America. Choose which version you'd like to try- there's even a pumpkin fry bread recipe!

Cherokee bean bread- the cooking method is similar to tamales. In this video, chef Nico Albert of Tulsa, Oklahoma shows us how we can make this dish in our own home.

Winter Squash Soup- A great way to use any leftover pumpkins you may have for a delicious, warming meal.

-  Jamie Locklear, a member of the Lumbee Tribe of NC, shares his childhood version of this modern traditional dish.

If you'd like to learn more about which indigenous lands you are on, this map is a great starting point.