Stuff You Should Know Selects: The Stories Behind A Few Food Fads
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Nov 6, 2021 Dive into the quirky world of food fads from the 20th century! Discover the nostalgia and cultural impact of TV dinners that revolutionized American meals. Explore the rise of Jell-O and its bizarre recipes that captivated kitchens. Learn about the crock pot's transformation into a family staple and the oat bran craze that swept through health food aisles. Each trend reveals a slice of societal shifts and an entertaining look at our culinary obsessions through the decades.
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Chuck's TV Dinner Experience
- Chuck Bryant didn't eat many TV dinners growing up.
- His mother was a good cook and provided home-cooked meals.
The Turkey Train
- Swanson had 250 tons of leftover turkey after Thanksgiving.
- They kept it frozen on a constantly moving refrigerated train car.
TV Dinner Inspiration
- Jerry Thomas saw the potential of airplane food trays for the turkey surplus.
- He proposed a three-compartment tray, leading to the TV dinner.