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9 Classic Old-School Dinners You Hardly See Anymore

This hearty dish, made from ground meat mixed with other ingredients and baked, has its origins in Germany, Scandinavia, and Belgium. It became a staple in American households in the late 19th century.

Meatloaf

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This traditional Irish meal gained popularity across the United States, particularly around St. Patrick's Day. It features corned beef brisket cooked with cabbage and often served with potatoes.

Corned Beef & Cabbage

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Once a common dish in American homes and diners, liver and onions have become less popular over the years. Typically cooked with butter and bacon, it's a dish that's ripe for a comeback.

Liver & Onions

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This budget-friendly dish gained fame in the 1950s and has since spawned numerous variations. It typically includes canned tuna, noodles, and a creamy sauce, making it a comforting and easy-to-make meal.

Tuna Noodle Casserole

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Originally a Scandinavian dish, Swedish meatballs became a popular dinner option in America. They're often associated with IKEA, where they're a top seller in the store's cafeteria.

Swedish Meatballs

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With its roots in German and Austrian cuisine, chicken fried steak is a truly American dish that originated in Western Texas and Oklahoma. It's made by coating a beef steak with seasoned flour and frying it.

Chicken Fried Steak

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 This Russian dish gained popularity in the United States in the 1950s. It features sautéed beef slices in a sour cream sauce served over noodles or rice.

Beef Stroganoff

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Named after the First Duke of Wellington, this English dish became a classic menu item in American restaurants in the mid-19th century. It consists of fillet steak coated with pâté and duxelles, wrapped in puff pastry and baked.

Beef Wellington

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While its origins are unclear, chicken pot pie has been a staple in American households for many years. It typically consists of a flaky pastry crust filled with chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce.

Chicken Pot Pie

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