Canned Foods From 50 Years Ago That No One Eats Anymore
NEWS
By HAYES HOLLAR
Canned Mac And Cheese
While Heinz has been producing canned mac and cheese in the U.K. for years, it has recently become available for orders in America, where its popularity lags.
Its lack of popularity is possibly due to its cost of $14 per can on Amazon. According to reviews, the product’s reception is mixed compared to its beloved boxed counterpart.
SpaghettiOs
Although SpaghettiOs are still available in grocery stores across the country, they have lost the appeal they enjoyed in the 1960s for various reasons.
This ultra-processed canned item saw a decrease in consumption when America started cutting down on processed meats following established links to cancer-causing substances.
Hunt's Pudding Snack Packs
While Hunt’s milk puddings are sold in plastic cups today, the shelf-friendly desserts were served out of a can when they were launched in 1968.
However, the metal lids were removed due to safety concerns, altering the allure of the product and transforming it from a sought-after dessert to a nostalgic symbol of childhood.
Canned Cheeseburger
Distinct from Hamburger Helper, canned cheeseburger features a complete burger with buns and toppings, with a shelf life comparable to other pre-made burgers.
Originally made by a German camping supplies company, the item was a hit with campers as a non-perishable food, but it never took on the same appeal as other popular canned foods.
Whole Canned Chicken
Produced by the brand Sweet Sue, this canned chicken was labeled as a whole bone-in chicken that’s fully cooked and ready to be served hot.
While cheap, long-lasting convenience foods have always been popular, finding a canned whole chicken is now rare, prompting valid concerns about its consumption.
