The Early History of Peanut Butter in America

This chapter explores the origins and rise in popularity of peanut butter in America, discussing its association with John Harvey Kellogg, the introduction of peanut butter in glass jars, and the agricultural impact of growing peanuts instead of cotton. It also delves into the work of Carver and the challenges of harvesting peanuts before machinery, as well as the revolutionary impact of hydrogenation on the peanut butter industry.