Aging Well

I loved SPAM before it was a thing. SPAM, a superstar among foods was not always the gourmet food of canned meats. Back before there was food stamps they  (the Federal and county governmet) gave us (poorpeople)  "Commodities." This was surplus, processed food sold at a discount by the USDA to counties to give to those on their welfare rolls. 

On July 5, 1937, a revolutionary product was introduced to the American market by Hormel Foods: SPAM. This canned meat product has since become a cultural icon, a staple in pantries worldwide, and a source of culinary creativity. Let's dive into the history of SPAM, its origins, why it was invented, its cultural significance, and its enduring popularity.