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Not sure what they're called anymore - frozen entree? They take up two and a half aisles in the frozen section in my grocery store, more space than meat/fish and nearly as much space as fruit/veggies.
Most have chicken and/or pasta as their main ingredients. And carrot slices.
hamburger is originally from german immigrants. the reason why it's not stated as german food is because many german immigrants let go their german roots after the 3rd reich.. and wanted no association with what was going on in europe, as a function of german racism in america. there are many ground meat pattie type dishes in their heritage, also most of east europe. hamburger = hamburg. frankfurter = frankfurt. as with sausages, etc.
this was during the 1800 prussian emigration to USA.
Maybe, maybe not. There are many claims to it's invention, they almost all come from America, and they certainly aren't all from German immigrants. It's not stated as a German food is because it is an American food.
The notorious creamed tuna and peas casserole. The very mention strikes fear in Americans of a certain age.
Not sure if it was on the side of the can of peas, or if it was another Good Housekeeping Magazine abomination....
I don't fear it--I like it! Campbell's has a version using their cream of mushroom soup. My mom used to make this for Sunday dinners with extended family. My little nephew very clearly stated, "I hate tuna casserole." You know I think a good chunk of what most of us think of as classic American meals was invented by either Campbell's or Kraft.
Even though casserole is a French word, I think of casseroles as standard American fare. Dump an affordable type of meat (ground beef, tuna, etc.) in with a canned or frozen vegetable, type of pasta, smother in cheese or a cream-of-X soup, top with bread crumbs, and bake. Maybe add eggs as a binder and to make it more filling.
Not sure what they're called anymore - frozen entree? They take up two and a half aisles in the frozen section in my grocery store, more space than meat/fish and nearly as much space as fruit/veggies.
Most have chicken and/or pasta as their main ingredients. And carrot slices.
Don't ask me how I know .
yep, I think they are called frozen entrees, we called the TV dinners back in the early 60s. I am sure they originated in America, but probably are not what most think of as "classic America" We rarely if ever buy them, but I know a lot of people do, so they must not be awful. I did get them when our kids were super little (in the 60s) and spoiled brat was traveling. To the kids they were a treat!
Just to clarify, I'm curious about meals and foods modern Americans currently eat, or that your mom or grandmother made.
I'm not talking about foods the Pilgrims ate.
Just to add to your comment, I understand that fried chicken we eat today is actually a variation on a dish originating in Africa.
Meatloaf came from the devil himself, I'm sure.
I got a kick out of all the regional foods that have been listed.
Oh there is a huge difference for many of us, especially spoiled brat. His mom fixed over cooked, under seasoned food. It wasn't bad but it wasn't anything like what we eat and they ate a lot more. Always desserts, we rarely have dessert unless we have company. They didn't know what grilling meant and they didn't use cheese, herbs or anything like that.
typical dinner at his house: well done roast beef; corn on the cob, baked potatoes; jello salad and a veggie;
growing up for me: rare beef: green salad or what mom and dad called combination salad: fresh veggies, not over cooked and probably rice.
I guess this isn't all that much different than we have, but we use more spices and eat more ethnic foods than we ever had growing up.
When we talk about classic American food we have to remember we are all immigrants from somewhere, thus our meals originated in another country. We have simply changed the way they are served. Most of us eat more vegetables and less meat.
Oh there is a huge difference for many of us, especially spoiled brat. His mom fixed over cooked, under seasoned food. It wasn't bad but it wasn't anything like what we eat and they ate a lot more. Always desserts, we rarely have dessert unless we have company. They didn't know what grilling meant and they didn't use cheese, herbs or anything like that.
typical dinner at his house: well done roast beef; corn on the cob, baked potatoes; jello salad and a veggie;
growing up for me: rare beef: green salad or what mom and dad called combination salad: fresh veggies, not over cooked and probably rice.
I guess this isn't all that much different than we have, but we use more spices and eat more ethnic foods than we ever had growing up.
When we talk about classic American food we have to remember we are all immigrants from somewhere, thus our meals originated in another country. We have simply changed the way they are served. Most of us eat more vegetables and less meat.
I think, really, this is the truth. We are a nation of immigrants so our classic food does not mean exclusively served or originated here.
Here's a classic American meal most people don't recognize as American: chop suey with a fortune cookie for dessert. Both were invented here!
so is chicken parmigiana. though obviously italian inspired and originally made by italian immigrants, it was created here. that dish doesn't exist in italy.
so is chicken parmigiana. though obviously italian inspired and originally made by italian immigrants, it was created here. that dish doesn't exist in italy.
same goes for various chinese american dishes.
Here are a couple more: Waldorf Salad; Cobb salad and Caesar Salad. I am sure there are many: we just don't think about where most of our meals and dishes originated. Many of our Mexican dishes are really American and what about things like: lettuce rolls served in some Chinese restaurants now? I have no idea if the originated in China, but doubt they did.
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