While fighting in the Civil War, what did people consume for sustenance? What happened during the time that the first settlers started out on the Oregon Trail? Recipes from the early American era employ a variety of unconventional ingredients and cooking techniques. The majority of meals were prepared over an open fire and included items that could be stored for an extended period of time, such as corn, rice, and wheat. Vegetables and fruits were scarce in nature!
Take a look at these seven foods that were served often during the 1800s!
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