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The Classic Meal Boomers Grew Up Eating That Gen A Side-Eyes By Amrita Ray Oct. 21, 2025 3:09 pm EST
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If you grew up with boomer parents, there's a good chance a few dishes made regular appearances at the dinner table, meals that might make Gen A cock an eyebrow. Liver and onions or a Jell-O salad, for instance, might almost immediately elicit a skeptical look. The slippery textures can be off-putting, and liver has always been an acquired taste. But there's another boomer-era classic that might draw the same reaction, even though it was once a family favorite, partly for its flavor, and partly because it was budget-friendly and could be whipped up in minutes. It's tuna noodle casserole . Made with canned tuna, egg noodles, cream o