{"id":32654,"date":"2025-11-03T03:13:23","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T03:13:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/32654\/"},"modified":"2025-11-03T03:13:23","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T03:13:23","slug":"11-food-inventions-that-started-in-texas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/32654\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Food Inventions That Started in Texas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139593_194_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=23jo04_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"1250\" height=\"833\"\/><\/p>\n<p>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbreak.com\/category\/east-texas-news\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Mix 93-1<\/a>) Fair and festival season is well underway in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbreak.com\/tags\/east-texas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">East Texas<\/a>. So far this season, we\u2019ve experienced the Gregg County Fair, the East Texas State Fair, the Titus County Fair, and the Texas State Forest Festival, and there are <a href=\"https:\/\/mix931fm.com\/east-texas-fall-festival-events-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">many more to come<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>That means more cotton candy, turkey legs, fresh-squeezed lemonade, funnel cakes, corn dogs, and anything fried are waiting to be enjoyed and devoured! Walking around these events, we\u2019re always hunting for foods outside our everyday menu\u2014like the classic corn dog, a fair food staple and must-have.<\/p>\n<p>The Corn Dog: A Texas Fairground Original<\/p>\n<p>The corn dog was <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=where+and+when+was+the+corn+dog+first+created&amp;rlz=1C1GCEU_enUS1095US1096&amp;oq=&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCQgDECMYJxjqAjIJCAAQIxgnGOoCMgkIARAjGCcY6gIyCQgCECMYJxjqAjIJCAMQIxgnGOoCMgkIBBAjGCcY6gIyCQgFECMYJxjqAjIJCAYQIxgnGOoCMgkIBxAjGCcY6gLSAQkyMzcyajBqMTWoAgiwAgHxBVuDAE02YRGP&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">created <\/a>by the Fletcher brothers, Neil and Carl. The corn dog made its debut at the 1942 State Fair of Texas. They created it from an existing recipe by taking a hot dog, putting it on a wooden stick, and dipping it in a batter of cornmeal and deep-frying it. Arguably one of the greatest food inventions ever.<\/p>\n<p>The Birth of Frito Pie<\/p>\n<p>Texans have a knack for food and drink creativity. When something new comes along, like the corn dog, it spreads like wildfire. Another favorite and easy-to-make Texas staple is the Frito Pie. It\u2019s an easy thing to whip together; it\u2019s chili, cheese, and Fritos corn chips \u2013 that\u2019s it, nothing else. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=where+was+the+first+frito+pie+created+and+when&amp;rlz=1C1GCEU_enUS1095US1096&amp;oq=&amp;gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqCQgDECMYJxjqAjIJCAAQIxgnGOoCMgkIARAjGCcY6gIyCQgCECMYJxjqAjIJCAMQIxgnGOoCMgkIBBAjGCcY6gIyCQgFECMYJxjqAjIJCAYQIxgnGOoCMgkIBxAjGCcY6gIyFQgIEAAYQhiRAhi0AhjqAhiABBiKBTIVCAkQABhCGJECGLQCGOoCGIAEGIoFMhUIChAAGEIYkQIYtAIY6gIYgAQYigUyFQgLEAAYQhiRAhi0AhjqAhiABBiKBdIBCTE2NzFqMGoxNagCDLACAfEFxOcZsTUkhibxBcTnGbE1JIYm&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Google AI<\/a>, it was first created in 1949 by Daisy Doolin, the mom of the Frito Company founder Charles Doolin, and we\u2019ve been enjoying it ever since.<\/p>\n<p>READ MORE \u2013&gt;<a href=\"https:\/\/mix931fm.com\/the-top-15-foods-vying-for-a-trophy-at-the-2025-state-fair-of-texas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">You Can Try These 25 Foods At The State Fair of Texas<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Texas Continues to Inspire New Foods<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsbreak.com\/tags\/texas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Texas<\/a> has contributed so many great food and drink recipes to the culinary world and continues to create new flavors, tastes, and combinations every day. That new food you try today could be tomorrow\u2019s nationwide sensation.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mix931fm.com\/app\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Download the KTYL Mobile App Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s time to be amazed and take a look at 11 food inventions that were created right here in Texas that are now known across the U.S. and in some cases, throughout the world.<\/p>\n<p>11 Foods Invented in Texas Texas is a state full of bright ideas, especially when it comes to food and beverages! Some really unique, tasty items have come from the Lone Star State <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139593_696_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=1QgASR_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaTexas Toast <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139594_229_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=01xw5n_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaCorn Dogs<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139594_584_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3gl00v_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaSmoked Brisket <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139595_21_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2fuuAu_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaTexas Funeral Cake <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139595_597_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3YndEX_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaChicken Fried Steak<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139595_374_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2aqPye_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaRuby Red Grapefruit <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139595_51_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=48KRTc_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaFritos<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139596_184_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=4UceU4_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaFrozen Margarita Machine <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139596_902_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3NjLfp_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaChili Con Carne <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139596_103_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=4KIF5m_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaFajita <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139597_204_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=0xxuwJ_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaCorn Dogs<br \/>These Restaurants are the Best for Fine Dining in Tyler, TexasAre you looking for an upscale, unique dining experience? These 5 restaurants may be just wat you need: Gallery Credit: Maleri McHam <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139597_444_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=0LZYxK_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"979\" height=\"882\"\/>CanvaPrime 102 Yelp rating: 4.6 Location: 102 N College Ave Tyler, TX 75702 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139597_959_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=4MBkMc_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"609\"\/>CanvaBernard&#8217;s Mediterranean RestaurantYelp rating: 4.5 Location: 212 Grande Blvd Ste 106 Tyler, TX 75703 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139598_928_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=10cxwG_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>CanvaIII Palms Yelp rating: 4.4 Location: 6361 Old Jacksonville Hwy Tyler, TX 75703<br \/>Note: Google Maps, were I pulled photos, did not have an updated image of this new restaurant. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139598_937_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=1aWu9a_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"1017\"\/>CanvaBlack PearlYelp rating: 4.3 Location: 110 West Erwin St Tyler, TX 75702 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139599_516_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3Q8nTz_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"979\" height=\"673\"\/>CanvaVilla MontezYelp rating: 4.1 Location: 3324 Old Henderson Hwy Tyler, TX 75703 <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139599_16_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2yktTV_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"722\"\/>CanvaCulture ETXYelp rating: 4.1 Location: 118 W Erwin St Tyler, TX 75702 <br \/>These Texas Counties Have the Longest Life Span Want to live a long life? These Texas counties might be your best option: <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139600_49_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=1rTjyE_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#10Mason County<br \/>Life Expectancy: 80.5 years; 3.3 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139600_768_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2fOuNR_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#9Travis County <br \/>Life Expectancy: 80.6 years; 3.4 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139600_233_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3pdrHT_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#8Kendall County <br \/>Life Expectancy: 80.7 years; 3.7 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139601_153_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=0JkNWK_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#7Denton County <br \/>Life Expectancy: 80.9 years; 3.7 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139601_234_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=1tvI5s_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#6Williamson County <br \/>Life Expectancy: 81 years; 3.8 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139601_172_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=3ScyqL_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#5Hemphill County <br \/>Life Expectancy: 81.1 years; 3.9 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139602_597_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2WASFF_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#4Fort Bend County<br \/>Life Expectancy: 81.4 years; 4.2 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139602_416_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=41R5So_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#3Collin County<br \/>Life Expectancy: 81.6 years; 4.4 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139602_102_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=1E1jpz_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#2Concho County <br \/>Life Expectancy: 81.7 years; 4.5 years above the state average <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/1762139603_605_image\" alt=\"https:\/\/img.particlenews.com\/image.php?url=2785Uq_16E1dJWL00\" width=\"980\" height=\"653\"\/>Canva#1Presidio County <br \/>Life Expectancy: 83.1 years;5.9 years above the state average <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"(Mix 93-1) Fair and festival season is well underway in East Texas. 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