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Unconventional Foods People Had to Eat During The Great Depression

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Kraft Mac And Cheese

The birth of this iconic boxed pasta traces back to 1937 when an agent from the Tenderoni macaroni company started promoting noodles combined with packets of Kraft grated cheese.

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Mulligan

Mulligan Stew, alternatively known as “Community Stew,” developed as a collective culinary endeavor among groups, frequently in open-air or communal environments.

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Hoover Stew

The name “Hoover Stew” is a nod to the tough economic times under President Herbert Hoover’s administration.

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Navy Bean Soup

Navy bean soup made with navy beans, vegetables, and sometimes ham or bacon for flavor provided a hearty and nutritious meal for families on a budget.

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Peanut Butter-Stuffed Onions

One intriguing and somewhat peculiar recipe that emerged from the Bureau of Home Economics was peanut butter-stuffed onions, widely promoted through advertisements

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Rabbit stew

Rabbit stew was a common and practical dish. With readily available and affordable ingredients, rabbit meat became an alternative protein source..

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Prune Pudding

Prune pudding, a dessert popularized during the Great Depression, showcased the creativity of individuals in making flavorful treats with simple and affordable ingredients.

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Loaves

Large families sought enduring meals, leading to the popularity of “loaves.” These versatile creations, from liver loaf to peanut loaf, meatloaf, lima bean loaf, and others

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