Prepare your arteries: The 2016 Minnesota State Fair menu has arrived

Please enjoy the Spam curds you have always wanted.
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Chloe Bryan
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Topping last year's macaroni-and-cheese cupcake was no easy feat, but the culinary artists at the Minnesota State Fair have done it again.

This year's array of artery-frying foods might be laden with trans fat, but they're also laden with flavor. And whimsy. And, in many cases, Spam.

Here are 20 of the most delectable selections. We hope you like meats and cheeses.


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The Minnesota State Fair runs from August 25 to September 5.

1. Candied Donut Bacon Sliders

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2. SPAM Sushi

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3. Minnesota Corn Dog

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4. Carpe Diem

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5. Macaroni and Cheese Curds

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6. Cheesy French Onion Monkey Bread

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7. Gumbo Frites

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8. Iron Range Meat and Potatoes

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9. Italian Taco

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10. Strawberry Donut Delight

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11. Deep Fried Nachos Supreme

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12. Paneer on a Spear

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13. Candied Bacon BLT

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14. Saucy Shrimp and Slaw

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15. Reuben Pickle Dog

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16. Burnt Butt Ends

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17. Deep Fried Grilled Cheese Bites

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18. Deep Fried SPAM Curds

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19. Beer Brat Buddies

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20. Rustic Beef Pastry

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Chloe Bryan

Chloe was the shopping editor at Mashable. She was also previously a culture reporter. You can follow her on Twitter at @chloebryan.

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