Trader Joe's has new crustless PB&Js; what do they have in common with World War II rations and NFL locker rooms? A lot more than you'd think. Today's episode dives into the history and obsession behind America's most nostalgic sandwich—now reimagined by a grocery chain that's always up to something quirky. From vintage recipes to Reddit air fryer hacks, we trace the evolution of peanut butter & jelly from humble lunchbox staple to a cultural icon worthy of cheesecake controversy and Super Bowl stats.
Whether you're team jam or jelly, you'll want a napkin for this one.
How PB&J Became America's Favorite Sandwich (Sarah Lohman, Epicurious, Oct 4, 2023)
PB&J: An American Love Story (Linda Rodriguez McRobbie, The Saturday Evening Post, Aug 14, 2023)
Minute of History: the PB&J and US military (Defense Commissary Agency, US Army, Dec 6 2022)
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