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The Old-School Canned Vegetable Everyone Added To Casseroles In The '70s And '80s

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Canned vegetables are a classic pantry staple, but back in the 1970s and 1980s, there was one old-school brand that everyone added to their casseroles.

This Unusual 1920s Campbell's Canned Soup Flavor Contained Calves' Head Meat

staff@chowhound.com (Abbe Lewis) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0000

Campbell's has produced many surprising soups over the years, but you might be surprised to know the backstory of one of its previous popular offerings.

What It Was Like Using The First-Ever Slow Cooker

staff@chowhound.com (JC Gonzalez) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0000

Though the Crock-Pot hit the market in the 1970s, slow cookers have been around since the 1950s. Here's what those early versions were like.

The 1904 Butter Brand That Was Once Only Available At Safeway

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:05:00 +0000

Butter is one of the most fundamental and glorious dairy products, and this brand that used to only be found at Safeway has been churning the stuff since 1904.

America's Oldest Brownie Recipe Didn't Include These 2 Common Ingredients

staff@chowhound.com (Amanda Berkey) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:05:00 +0000

The first widely-known brownie recipe is over a century old, and here's why it doesn't produce the same cake-like chocolate squares we're familiar with today.

This Little-Known Midwestern Comfort Food Was Made For Cold Nights

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:05:00 +0000

On the chilliest of evenings, there's one comfort food in particular that those in certain parts of the Midwest crave. Here's what to know about this dish.

During WWII, Potatoes Became An Unexpected Dessert Ingredient

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:25:00 +0000

If you're craving a sweet treat but short on supplies, or want to step into the shoes of our grandparents and great-grandparents, try this WWII dessert swap.

The Japanese-Inspired Dish That Takes Its Cue From American Pizza

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 20:05:00 +0000

This Japanese-inspired dish, which is inspired by American pizza, is a great example of how food can be an exciting cross-cultural conversation.

7 Strange But Popular Meals From The '60s That You Don't Really See Anymore

staff@chowhound.com (Jane Godiner) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0000

It's very unlikely that you'd see any of them on tables or at get-togethers today, but in the 1960s, these creative and novel dishes were all the rage.

America's Oldest Major Family-Owned Pasta Sauce Brand Is Still Going Strong After More Than A Century

staff@chowhound.com (Brianna Gunter) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:05:00 +0000

This family-owned pasta sauce company in Altoona, Pennsylvania, is the oldest major brand of its kind, with all of its premium recipes made by family members.

The Unique Vintage Pasta Dish Only The Bravest Home Cooks Should Try

staff@chowhound.com (Abbe Lewis) — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:05:00 +0000

Vintage dishes aren't always worth remembering, but this fascinating pasta meal is, if only to prove your kitchen bonafides by pulling it off.

Make White Rice The Appalachian Way For Comfort In A Bowl

staff@chowhound.com (Jenna Rapsis) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:55:00 +0000

This Appalachian method for a breakfasty, desserty, snacky white rice dish is way too easy not to try it. And you probably have everything on hand.

The Kansas City Gas Station Known For Its Iconic Burnt Ends

staff@chowhound.com (Andrew Amelinckx) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Here's how a Kansas City gas station became a BBQ legend that is as beloved for its barbecue (especially its burnt ends) as it is for its charming atmosphere.

Called 'Texas Tartare,' This Town Turns Raw Ground Beef Into A Delicacy

staff@chowhound.com (Julia Mullaney) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0000

Beef tartare is a classic, high-end dish, but this Texas town does things a little differently, and it's been doing it for hundreds of years.

The World's Blueberry Capital Is Tucked Away In Rural Southern New Jersey

staff@chowhound.com (Amanda Berkey) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:35:00 +0000

Few things satisfy a summertime fruit craving like fresh blueberries. Just ask the residents of the world's blueberry capital in southern New Jersey.

How 10 Old Hollywood Celebrities Preferred To Order Their Steaks

staff@chowhound.com (Jane Godiner) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Some of Hollywood's biggest stars had particular steak orders, and the ways that these celebrities liked to eat their steak were anything but boring.

What Guests Actually Ate At Queen Elizabeth II's Wedding Dinner

staff@chowhound.com (Tim Forster) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:05:00 +0000

When Queen Elizabeth II got married, guests were treated to a royal feast. Here's what we know about the tasty foods those celebrating supped on.

9 Old-School Pie Flavors That Are Slowly Being Forgotten

staff@chowhound.com (Chris Dudley) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0000

Not only do the following nine pies have stories to tell, but they also happen to be just really good pies. Don't let them be lost to history.

The Japanese Condiment That's Blown American Mayo Out Of The Water Since 1925

staff@chowhound.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 10:05:00 +0000

American mayonnaise inspired one Japanese visitor to introduce a similar condiment to his home country, and that version is better than ours according to many.

10 Kitchen Appliances From The '70s That Deserve A Revival

staff@chowhound.com (Nicole M. LaMarco) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 01:25:00 +0000

From fondue parties to Jell-O molds, fun stuff was happening with food in the 1970s. That includes nifty appliances, some of which we want to make a comeback.