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The Age-Old Dilemma of Hardtack: Exploring Hellfire Stew from the Civil War
Hardtack has long been a staple food that poses the age-old question: how exactly does one consume it? During the tumultuous period of the American Civil War, soldiers weren't faced with the luxury of culinary choices; instead, they crafted a dish known as "hellfire stew." In this article, we dive into the history, preparation, and even the unique gastronomic experience that hellfire stew entails.