Benjamin Franklin
Franklin was a corn fanatic, & considered the vegetable a delicacy. In fact, he once wrote, “Indian corn...is one of the most agreeable & wholesome grains in the world!�
John Adams
Adams had quite the sweet tooth, & loved both ice cream & Cool Berry Flummeries, a pie filling-like dessert comprised of berries, sugar & cream.
Thomas Jefferson
Rumored to be the first to grow sweet potatoes & tomatoes in the United States, Jefferson grew over 300 varieties of vegetables & herbs at his home, Monticello. He also had a great fondness for ice cream.
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