JFK's Last Meal - November 22, 1963
Tasting History with Max Miller・16 minutes read
The text discusses the final meal of President John F. Kennedy, detailing his breakfast preferences and the historical recreation of his last meal before the assassination in Dallas. It also highlights the president's political motivations for the trip to Texas, despite security concerns and warnings, leading to the tragic events that unfolded in the motorcade.
Insights
- Marvin Love detailed President Kennedy's last meal, which consisted of a 5-minute boiled egg, crisp bacon, fresh orange juice, coffee with hot milk, toast with butter, and orange marmalade, showcasing the president's specific breakfast preferences.
- President Kennedy's trip to Texas, despite security concerns and warnings about Dallas' hostility, was politically motivated, leading to tragic consequences as he insisted on having the roof off the limousine during a parade, ultimately resulting in his assassination by shots fired from the Texas School Book Depository.
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Recent questions
What was President Kennedy's last meal?
President Kennedy's last meal consisted of a 5-minute boiled egg, crisp bacon, fresh orange juice, coffee with hot milk, toast with butter, and orange marmalade.
How was oven-broiled bacon made for President Kennedy?
Oven-broiled bacon for President Kennedy was cooked on the top oven rack for 3 minutes on each side, closely monitored to prevent burning.
What were Jacqueline Kennedy's breakfast instructions?
Jacqueline Kennedy's breakfast instructions included oven-broiled bacon, white toast, coffee, and marmalade.
What was the historic recipe found at the Ruth Paine House?
A historic recipe for "Eggs cooked in shell" was found at the Ruth Paine House.
What were the details of President Kennedy's breakfast order?
Marvin Love took President Kennedy's breakfast order, which included a 5-minute boiled egg, crisp bacon, fresh orange juice, coffee with hot milk, toast with butter, and orange marmalade.
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Summary
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"JFK's Last Breakfast: Historic Recipe Revealed"
- The trip to Dallas Fort Worth commemorated the 60th anniversary of the JFK assassination.
- The last meal of President John F. Kennedy included a 5-minute boiled egg, crisp bacon, fresh orange juice, coffee with hot milk, toast with butter, and orange marmalade.
- The breakfast order was taken by Marvin Love, who detailed the president's preferences.
- A historic recipe for "Eggs cooked in shell" was found in a cookbook at the Ruth Paine House.
- Jacqueline Kennedy's instructions to their private chef included oven-broiled bacon, white toast, coffee, and marmalade.
- To make oven-broiled bacon, set the oven rack to the top position, broil for 3 minutes on each side, and monitor closely to prevent burning.
- The bread should be Pepperidge Farm white toast, served with butter and marmalade.
- The beverages included freshly brewed coffee with warmed milk and fresh-squeezed orange juice.
- The president's breakfast also featured soft-boiled eggs, boiled for exactly 5 minutes.
- President Kennedy's trip to Texas was politically motivated, despite warnings about Dallas' hostility and security concerns.
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"Kennedy Assassination: Limousine, Motorcade, and Meals"
- The president insisted on having the roof off the limousine during a parade, despite Secret Service recommendations for security reasons.
- The motorcade traveled 10 miles through Dallas, with crowds cheering for the president and Mrs. Kennedy.
- Shots were fired from the Texas School Book Depository, leading to the assassination of President Kennedy.
- Lee Harvey Oswald, the assassin, was found to have eaten fried chicken and drank Coke before the assassination.
- The last meal of President Kennedy, including egg yolk, bacon, toast with marmalade, coffee, and fresh squeezed orange juice, was recreated and tasted, with a focus on historical significance.
