Ever wondered what goes into the iconic canned meat SPAM? Created in 1937 by Hormel Foods, SPAM has been a pantry staple with its unique taste and versatility. But what does SPAM stand for? The true meaning remains a mystery, with guesses ranging from “Shoulder of Pork And Ham” to “Specially Processed American Meat.”SPAM comes in various flavors like Hickory Smoke, Hot & Spicy,
and even SPAM with Cheese. It contains six simple ingredients: pork with ham, salt, water, potato starch, sugar, and sodium nitrite. Sodium nitrite helps keep SPAM fresh by inhibiting bacterial growth.Interestingly, the name “SPAM” was suggested by Ken Daigneau,