Effective Date: January 21, 2025
Welcome to AmericanFoodRecipe.com. I’m Preeti Acharya, founder, sole author, and Lead Research Editor of this publication. This page outlines our editorial standards, policies, and practices to ensure transparency, trust, and compliance with U.S. laws and Google AdSense guidelines.
About AmericanFoodRecipe.com
AmericanFoodRecipe.com is an independent digital culinary archive dedicated to documenting and analyzing iconic American recipes through:
- Historical research
- Culinary science
- Precise instructional logic
Unlike traditional blogs, this site functions as technical documentation for home cooking, using U.S. customary measurements and adhering to American culinary standards.
My goal: Provide reliable, reproducible recipes for home cooks in the United States without guesswork or confusion.
An Outsider’s Perspective on American Cuisine
Based in Kathmandu, Nepal, I leverage global digital archives to maintain analytical objectivity. My approach is research-based:
- No reliance on family recipes or nostalgia
- Structured analysis using digitized U.S. culinary archives, heritage cookbooks, and USDA documentation
- Ensures instructions are accurate, safe, and reproducible
Research Sources & Citation Framework
All content is independently verified against:
Digital Archives:
- Library of Congress
- Smithsonian Institution culinary collections
- New York Public Library digitized cookbooks
Heritage Publications:
- Fannie Farmer Cookbook
- Historical editions of Joy of Cooking
- Regional 19th & 20th-century community cookbooks
Culinary Science & Safety:
- USDA food safety frameworks
- Peer-reviewed food science literature
All sources are cross-referenced to verify:
- Ingredient ratios
- Preparation methods
- Period-accurate cooking practices
Editorial Review Methodology (E-E-A-T)
Every article follows a three-stage review process, conducted solely by me:
| Review Focus | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Archival Accuracy | Verifies ingredients and methods against historical records |
| Metric Integrity | Confirms U.S. Customary measurements and metric conversions |
| Instructional Logic & Safety | Ensures scientific validity and USDA compliance |
This ensures guides are historically grounded, technically precise, and safe.
Human-Led AI Usage Policy
I may use digital tools for research, data organization, or unit conversion.
- All articles are manually written, verified, and finalized by me.
- No content is published without explicit author verification.
Visual Transparency & Reference Imagery
To illustrate recipes:
- Original photography
- Licensed stock images
- AI-assisted illustrations with full commercial and editorial rights
Human Verification: Every AI-assisted image is reviewed to ensure:
- Realistic texture, color, and proportion
- Clear captions and alt text indicating AI assistance
AI imagery is illustrative only, not personal cooking results.
Accessibility: All images include descriptive alt text for screen readers.
Mission: Reliability Over Complexity
AmericanFoodRecipe.com prioritizes:
- Accuracy
- Efficiency
- Reproducibility
Ideal for:
- Busy families
- Analytical cooks
- Anyone seeking reliable, research-backed recipes
Transparency & Advertising Disclosure
- The site is supported by Google AdSense and affiliate partnerships.
- Commissions may be earned from qualifying purchases.
- Editorial content is independent; advertisers do not influence recipes.
- Nutritional values are estimates; consult a professional for dietary advice.
Privacy & Data Compliance
- Privacy practices are outlined in our Privacy Policy.
- Cookies and tracking are covered in our Cookie Policy.
- All practices comply with U.S. laws, COPPA, CCPA, and GDPR for international visitors.
Retention Highlights:
- Contact form data: 12 months
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until unsubscribe
- Analytics: Up to 26 months
- Cookies for ads: 24–36 months depending on type
Disclaimer
- All recipes and advice are informational only.
- Not a substitute for medical, dietary, or allergy guidance.
- Full details available in our Disclaimer.
Contact Information
For inquiries, corrections, or editorial questions:
Contact Form: Reach Me Here
Direct Email: contact@americanfoodrecipe.gmail.com
Community Engagement:
Preeti Acharya
Founder & Lead Research Editor
AmericanFoodRecipe.com