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Historic Dishes From the Great Depression

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Meatloaf

It was often served alongside mashed potatoes and had a ketchup topping that would become caramelized during baking.

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Hot Milk Cake

The dessert was first seen in 1911 and remained popular throughout the Great Depression, known for its use of scalded milk to help activate baking powder in the batter.

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Water Pie

This may not sound too appetizing, but water pie is a surprisingly creamy dessert made primarily with water.

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Rabbit Stew

Rabbit was a common and affordable protein source back in the day. Rabbits were easy to catch and less costly to raise than other livestock.

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Red Flannel Hash

It was named after its resemblance to red flannel fabric and was one of the era’s better vegetarian options.

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Kraft Macaroni & Cheese

It was originally launched as an economical, convenient meal, made with patented instant cheese powder.

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Tomato Soup

A simple yet comforting dish still enjoyed today, tomato soup was often eaten without accompaniments during the Great Depression

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Poor Man’s Cookies

From the show came the invention of “Jake and Lena Cookies,” which were made with raisins, flour, shortening, and a single egg.

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