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Favorite foods of U.S. Presidents

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Being the Commander in Chief is no easy task. So how do they unwind after a long day? With a delicious meal of course.

Celebrate Presidents' Day by whipping up one of their beloved foods. From the White House to your house, these are tried and true American favorites.

1. President Barack Obama – Broccoli

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President Barack Obama smiles at a town hall style meeting at Lorain County Community College in Elyria, Ohio, Friday, Jan. 22, 2010. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak) (AP/iStock)

While the President and the First Lady have a penchant for all types of cuisine, last year Barack Obama admitted that his favorite food is actually broccoli. This cruciferous vegetable may have been vilified by former President George H.W. Bush but thankfully there are many ways to enjoy this little green member of the cabbage family.

Recipe: Cheddar, Ham and Broccoli Quiche

2. Former President George W. Bush – Chicken Pot Pie

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President George W. Bush loved Tex-Mex and classic home cooking. Nothing beats a taste of home quite like a chicken pot pie so try this lightened up version to keep your heart – and waistline—happy.

Recipe: Skinny Chicken Pot Pies

3. Former President Bill Clinton – Cheeseburger

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Former President Bill Clinton during the Clinton Global Initiative at Washington University Saturday, April 6, 2013, in St. Louis. More than 1,000 university students from 75 countries and all 50 states are gathered for a weekend of sessions seeking practical and innovative solutions to the world's problems. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson) (AP/iStock)

Few Presidents have been as associated with a favorite food as President Bill Clinton. His notorious love for cheeseburgers even made it into a Saturday Night Live sketch during his time in office. While we certainly don’t recommend indulging every day, try out a new burger recipe if you’re  feeling truly Presidential.

Recipe: Old Hickory Burger

4. Former President Ronald Reagan – Mac and Cheese

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FILE - In this Dec. 29, 1988, file photo President Ronald Reagan waves to onlookers as he arrived in Palm Springs, Calif. If your're a fan of former President Ronald Reagan and you live in Wisconsin, you'll get a new day starting next winter to celebrate. A provision in the state budget that takes effect July 1, 2011, establishes Feb. 6 as Ronald Reagan Day. It's a symbolic measure to celebrate the Gipper's birthday and has no impact on state spending. (AP Photo/Doug Mills, File) (AP/iStock)

While President Reagan always kept jelly beans close by, he also enjoyed classic savory dishes as well. One of his favorites, Macaroni and Cheese, is now a beloved American staple that few can turn down.

Recipe: Macaroni and Cheese

5. Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower Fudge – Fudge

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It doesn’t get any closer to home than this. First Lady Mamie Eisenhower created this fudge recipe which soon became a Presidential favorite.

Recipe: Million Dollar Fudge

6. Former President George Washington – Cherries

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Much has changed on the American food landscape since George Washing was in office but that doesn’t mean our first President shied away from enjoying delicious meals. Washington may not have chopped down a cherry tree but today most historians agree that cherries were definitely a regular staple at Mount Vernon.

Recipe: Sour Cherry Scones