Who Eats Spam? A Webvestigative Report

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In the Beginning...

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past seventy-something years, you've no doubt heard of SPAM. No, not the idiotic spam e-mail messages from Nigeria. I'm talking about Hormel's familiar blue can--SPAM with capital letters.

How can anyone not hyperventilate about a food product that nourished our brave troops throughout WWII? Hormel SPAM has been around since 1937, and regardless of the ongoing Spam jokes out there, it has become an icon of American c-c-culture. (Sorry, I need to excuse myself for a moment...)

This lens will examine those serious SPAM-eaters in our midst, who sing the praises of SPAM not only as an inexpensive alternative to ham, but refer to it in gentle terms like cuisine or comfort food. We'll explore the longevity of one of the most maligned foods in history.

Bring sweet-sour mustard and meet me back here in five.


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Dear SPAM: You're Famous! 

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SPAMera® by [ CK ]

This is my newest camera in my collection. It takes 120 roll film and yields 8-1...

Day 122/365 Spam head by tootdood

A special request from SPAM King.

Spamcakes, anyone? by bayswater97

Spam Ad, c. 1950s

Spam Advertisment 1976 by jackie121467

From McCall's magazine, April 1976

Spam, take it with you. by TheSmartypants

Yes, Spam! Crazy Tasty and delicious! Packs and travels well, great camping fo...

Green grass by tearoom

How to make Spam maki by Biggie*

A recipe and step-by-step tutorial for making Spam musubi sushi is

spammebago by uberculture

Indeed.

Kimchi spam fried rice by Biggie*

No bells and whistles today, just flavor and comfort food. Fried rice with kimch...

SPAM killed my computer by MrLomo

Spam's Rich Heritage 

...because food trends have to start somewhere

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Have you ever seen a poster of a rugged, sweaty-faced WWII soldier eating SPAM? Although it might not be glamorous movie fare, SPAM was something the troops could count on--3 times a day, every day. (Kinda makes your stomach growl, doesn't it?) In fact, America in WWII magazine online explains: "It was the grub GIs loved to grumble about-not because it wasn't tasty, but because it was always there..."

Explore the history of this fascinating little block of gel-encased meat. And please, people...don't beat yourself up over not being born sooner; you can still buy SPAM when you stop by the market for your Cheese Whiz and fried pork rinds.
A Tribute to Spam
George A. Hormel started his meat-processing empire in 1891, and the idea for Spam became a reality in 1937.
Spam in WWII
Spam could be easily shipped, and it had a long shelf life. But was it nutritious?
SPAM Trivia
This website was completed in 1998, yet in SPAM years, it is still a young'un.

Weird Al Sings His Heart Out... 

...all for the love of SPÅM

A proper tribute to the meat behind the madness...

Ode to Spam 

Poems to lift the spirit and soothe the pickiest palate...

SPAM inspires poets!

Poets have written passionately about the human condition...catastrophic events...acts of random kindness...and of course, SPAM. Let their words speak for themselves:

Spamku (SPAM Haiku) showcases a collection of from-the-heart haiku about this fascinating meat by-product. (Ever wonder what the term"by-product" really means? Hmmm?)
(Read about the history of this term, "Spamku", too.)

MIT's offical SPAM Haiku Archive site was created "so that anyone who comes under the influence of this enigmatic porcine muse can share his/her poetic epiphany with the rest of the world. Even if you are not inspired to contribute to the archive, you can browse through and marvel at the works of genius that SPAM has motivated in others." Makes you want to weep, doesn't it?

Don't miss the book from Harper Perennial--SPAM-ku: The Book! Tranquil Reflections on Luncheon Loaf, by John Cho

SPAM DESSERTS 

Brace yourself, people...

I don't know about you, but I love ice cream. Pie comes in a close second. But SPAM for dessert? This is going to take some serious thought.
Spamsicles
You heard me right. It's the Spam fan's version of popsicles. For real.
Spam Dessert Party
Brave university students invent desserts at this meat-ice cream party.

Don't Knock It Until You've Tried It 

Cyndi over at Viewpoints is surprised by how few of her college students have ever tried Spam. She shares her recipe for a good ol' Southern SPAM sandwich, and sends kudos to Hawaii?

Read her review. It might make you want to pull out the mustard and white bread.

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SPAM's a star at Zazzle!

Happy Musubi T-Shirt shirt

SPAM Fans Extraordinaire 

They're everywhere...


SPAM Festival

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SPAM commercial

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Hormel Foods Corp - Stock Rockets

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SPAM Champ Recipe Winner

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How to Make Spam Musubi wanderingchopsticks

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2007 Alaska State Fair | Spam recipe contest

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Confession Time 

Tell the truth...c'mon, you can do it...

If SPAM has ever crossed your lips, will you admit it? Let your conscience be your guide...

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SPAM collectors' items 

No...I wish I were kidding, but it's true.

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SPAM Recipe Central 

Grab Your Apron, Momma...

Enchilada Breakfast
SPAM enchiladas? Hmmm.
Cool Cucumber Avocado
Cucumbers...cream cheese...SPAM...dill weed...Hmmm. The jury's out on this one, but it almost sounds good!
Cabbage Apple Supper
Nice name...and of course, SPAM is a big ingredient also.
Azteca Hominy
Wow...you gotta love this recipe's name. Exotic.
Straight from the Hormel kitchen, where they develop and taste-test lots and lots of these dishes.
Broccoli Souffle
WOW! Wait'll I tell my "Fall in Love With Broccoli" lens about this one.
Cajun Coconut SPAM Fritters
Whoaboy. Who woulda thought?
Corny Pancakes
Cream corn & SPAM? What do you think? Gotta add this to my Around the World in 90 Pancakes" lens!
Far East Appetizer Meatballs
Oh my.
French-Style Pizza
I wonder if France has been informed.
SPAM Muffins
I love muffins. Do you?
I'm holding back on my reaction here...

And the Grand Prize Goes To... 

Webvestigative Report turns up a winner in the oddball category...



If you're salivating at the thought, Hormel's kitchen is waiting with open door. Try the recipe yourself!

Let's hear it for the Hard Hats!

The Hard Hat Brotherhood held a cooking contest for their members. As usually happens with literary events, they bribed them with heart-stopping prizes such as: a keychain, mouse pad, cap, sweatshirt, mug, and toothbrush. Oh, and a Swiss Army pocketknife. Can you imagine the lost sleep over this event?

Photos of the winning dishes are displayed prominently on their website. If I wore a hat, I would tip it.

Leave a Footprint... 

kiwisoutback wrote...

Eck...lots of spam in my inbox, but not my tummy. Great work.

ReplyPosted January 30, 2009

kiwisoutback wrote...

Eck...lots of spam in my inbox, but not my tummy. Great work.

ReplyPosted January 30, 2009

Diddy-O wrote...

Here's my favorite spam recipe. Hawaiian Breakfast.
1 can of spam sliced thin.
1 cup cooked rice
teriyaki sauce
liquid smoke.
directions:

pour liquid smoke into a shallow dish
coat each slice of spam with liquid smoke
place rice in a serving bowl
pour teriyaki sauce over rice
fry spam and place over rice
MMM

ReplyPosted January 20, 2009

spirituality wrote...

Funny. Submit this (and any other funny lenses you might have) to the humor and hilarity group please :)

ReplyPosted January 12, 2009

ottoblotto wrote...

Spam and grits with butter and a little garlic powder will set you day on the right path. Shazaam!

ReplyPosted January 10, 2009

 
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