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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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.
New to Squidoo? Make your own lens today!
Dear SPAM: You're Famous!
Thanks to Hive Mind @Flickr for this unusual collection...
Indeed.
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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?
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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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!
Tweetin' About SPAM
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- sudbury1196
- Hormel profit rises more than expected: (NYSE:HRL) , maker of Spam and Dinty Moore stew, said Tuesday that its .. http://bit.ly/6dLOQM
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- ilovetommybear
- I love Spam and Hormel foods. I'm going to show up at their museum in Minnesota one day and leave a donation. :)
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- toyotaequipment
- From Twincities.com "Hormel ads to tout premium products" - but nothing will EVER top SPAM http://bit.ly/5bet78
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- lisasmith38
- Hormel 4Q profit rises 50 percent, but sales slip: The Associated Press The maker of Spam and Dinty Moore stews.. http://bit.ly/5yGgin
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- tmfhiddengems
- Hormel results don't give lazy headline writers or Internet-enabled irony lovers any easy Spam lines. http://bit.ly/8qpOgh
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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
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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.
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- kiwisoutback kiwisoutback Jan 30, 2009 @ 10:30 am
- Eck...lots of spam in my inbox, but not my tummy. Great work.
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- kiwisoutback kiwisoutback Jan 30, 2009 @ 10:30 am
- Eck...lots of spam in my inbox, but not my tummy. Great work.
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- Diddy-O Diddy-O Jan 20, 2009 @ 12:34 pm
- 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
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- spirituality spirituality Jan 12, 2009 @ 4:25 am
- Funny. Submit this (and any other funny lenses you might have) to the humor and hilarity group please :)
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- ottoblotto ottoblotto Jan 10, 2009 @ 3:02 pm
- Spam and grits with butter and a little garlic powder will set you day on the right path. Shazaam!
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