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fromFood & Beverage Magazine
13 hours ago

A Delicious History: Fourth of July Eating Traditions Since 1776

John Adams enjoyed a meal with his wife Abigail that included New England staples like poached salmon with egg sauce, green peas, and potatoes served 'in jackets'. For dessert, he likely enjoyed apple pandowdy, a baked fruit dessert sweetened with molasses rather than costly imported sugar.
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