13 Foods That Used To Be Popular But We Don't Eat Anymore

SASHA DUERR

1

Gelatin-based salads with vegetables or fruits that have fallen out of favor.

Jell-O Salads

2

Rendered pork fat used for cooking and baking that has been replaced by healthier alternatives.

Lard

3

Canned processed meat that was popular during wartime but has lost its appeal over time.

 

4

A powdered orange-flavored drink mix that was popular in the 1960s but has since declined in popularity.

Tang

5

Pre-packaged frozen meals that were convenient but have been overshadowed by healthier and fresher options.

TV Dinners

6

A dense and heavily preserved cake traditionally given as a holiday gift but has become less popular due to its reputation.

Fruitcake

7

A breakfast meat made from pork scraps and cornmeal that has regional popularity but limited appeal elsewhere.

Scrapple

8

A classic dish consisting of beef fillet covered with pâté and wrapped in puff pastry, which has lost popularity in modern cuisine.

Beef Wellington

9

Canned fish that used to be a common pantry staple but has become less popular due to its distinct flavor and smell.

Sardines

10

Colorful and jiggly desserts made with gelatin that have fallen out of fashion in favor of healthier dessert options.

Gelatin desserts

11

A mixture of canned fruits in syrup that was popular in the mid-20th century but has since lost its appeal.

Fruit Cocktail

12

A side dish made from canned or frozen corn mixed with cream or milk that has become less popular as tastes have evolved.

Creamed Corn

13

A classic dish featuring liver and onions that was popular in the past but is less commonly consumed today due to changing tastes and preferences.

Liver and Onions

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