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There's nothing like looking at a nice fresh dinner made with love to get our appetites going. But as we all know, creating such meals is no easy feat — learning to cook well enough takes time and a great deal of effort. So while some manage to prepare dishes they can post on their Instagram feed, others end up with something far from expected.
Whether it’s hilarious cooking fails, terrible meals people had the audacity to serve, or pictures of simply cursed food, people have a soft spot for witnessing kitchen disasters. Thanks to this Reddit community, we can easily boost our confidence and have a nice laugh by seeing the bad, the ugly, and the most unappetizing meals out there.
So get ready, because we're about to take a deep dive into some of the worst images this online group had to offer, all for your amusement. Make sure to scroll down below and upvote the ones that made you cringe the most. Also, if you’re hungry for some more lousy and trashy food, don’t forget to check out Part 1 of this post right here!
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#1
Damn Damn Damn
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#2
Peas And Mayonnaise Pizza
Rabbit Carrot 2 years ago
I would go to war against this. It looks horrible and I bet it stinks too.
To learn more about how these kitchen disasters happen and what people could do to avoid them, we reached out to Ellen Manning, freelance journalist, writer, and founder of the Eat With Ellen blog. "I'm no expert, but from experience, I'd say the biggest cooking mistakes amateurs make are not planning and preparing properly, and not allowing enough time," she told Bored Panda.
"Even the very best chefs make sure everything is prepared in advance, and they know how much time they need to execute certain dishes," Ellen explained. Whether you feel daunted by the whole process or believe you simply lack the skill to create beautiful meals, there are plenty of easy-to-follow cooking tips that can up your culinary game right away.
"If you're less confident, it's even more important to do this and to build in a bit of extra time so you're not rushing and getting stressed. I've ruined many a meal because I tried to rush, didn't read the recipe in advance and get everything ready, then ended up trying to do too much in too little time, which inevitably causes mistakes," the blogger revealed.
#3
I Noticed A Piece Of Broccoli On My Plate That I Thought Looked Like An Opossum Face So I Used It To Make A Little Food Opossum
#4
Food Before Time
#5
Types Of Cones
Luckily, it’s easy to avoid kitchen blunders such as you see in this list if you simply make a plan and stick to it. "Take time to read the recipe, to check you've got the right ingredients, and to plan what you need and what you'll need to do," Ellen suggested. "This is even more important if you're cooking several dishes at the same time. There's many an adage that says 'perfect planning prevents poor performance' — or words to that effect — and it's no different in the kitchen."
So if you want to prevent slip-ups, mishaps, and setting your kitchen on fire, or generally want to know some small steps to help you improve your cooking, Ellen has you covered. "If you're making a complicated dish, get everything chopped up, measured out, and weighed in advance. This will help," she advised.
"Also, try to clear up as you go along (or get someone else to do it). Tidy workspace, tidy mind, and all that. It will keep you organized and calm if you're not working in chaos."
#6
It May Look Kinda [bad] But I’m Still Grateful As It’s All From My Local Food Bank
![It May Look Kinda [bad] But I’m Still Grateful As It’s All From My Local Food Bank](https://www.boredpanda.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/62386f42882c7_dhx699g228c71__700.jpg "It May Look Kinda [bad] But I’m Still Grateful As It’s All From My Local Food Bank")
#7
Local Bakery Made These, All Profits Will Go To Colon Cancer Research.
Rabbit Carrot 2 years ago
I’d eat it. I love brownies. I love icing. Plus it’s all for a good cause too so nothing wrong to see here.
#8
Spider Man Saving His Own Cake
DUN DUN (she/her) 2 years ago
That is the power of Spiderman holding the cake from falling anymore💪🏻
Let’s not forget that sight, smell, and even sound of food also contribute to how we perceive a certain food. That’s why serving and eating from an attractive plate is also extremely important.
When asked how we can make our food look more appetizing, Ellen told us that a lot of this could come down to preference. "But as everyone says, you eat with your eyes as well as your mouth, so how your dish looks matters as much as how it tastes."
#9
Me And My Girlfriend Hit One Year Together. We’re Both Broke. So Nugs And Fries To Celebrate!
Jo Johannsen 2 years ago
Nothing to be ashamed of. But what are you planning to drown in mustard?
Sandra Givens 2 years ago
My son, who eats some kind of chicken almost daily, likes honey mustard on his chicken nuggets or strips. The stuff on the plate looks like it might be a similar mustard sauce.
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Francisco Manuel Teruel Gutiérrez 2 years ago (edited)
I see no issues here. Not the healthiest thing, of course, but it's perfect occasionally.
Strawberry Frappuccino 2 years ago
At least you got the dip! hehe worst joke ever... get it like dip as in drip like.... Oh never mind
Lyricana Rokarin 2 years ago
It's chicken strips and fries with what looks like barbecue sauce and honey mustard. What's not to like...?!
Francesca Bingham 2 years ago
It's the love in the relationship not how expensive the meal is. I'd totally do this!
Gianna 2 years ago
Being broke and inlove is awesome! My husband and I were like that once and it was the greatest time of our lives. Now we make good money and I am on the verge of divorce. So, cherish these times and each other and never take these times for granted. These will be nothing but memories that you will love later in life.
Londo Cotto 2 years ago
Chips, nuggets and good sex: ARE YOU A GOD SIR? ARE YOU INDEED A GOD BECAUSE THIS IS THE MEAL OF THE GODS SIR 😁😁😁 Who cares what it is: company and love makes ANY meal a feast of the gods.
Lisa Banks 2 years ago
Anniversaries don't have to be fancy, they just have to be remembered. Congratulations on 1 year
Sigourney Di Blasi 2 years ago
Why do you feel the need to eat fried stuff to celebrate? Wouldn't it be cheaper some mashed potatoes with cornbread and some veggies?
Breanna Ardrey 2 years ago
With the whole peppercorns, condiments & paper plates, lol y'all ain't that broke
Terri Landry 2 years ago
I've celebrated anniversaries at fancy restaurants and with hotdogs without buns. It is what it is, and it's more important that you remember than where/what you eat.
Scourge McCloud 2 years ago
Okay so broke people food is unappealing? Sure bored panda. This article is a let down for the most part.
The Gay Bitch 2 years ago
To me this is better than any fancy restaurant but I hope it's honey mustard then regular mustard then that something I would eat
Rabbit Carrot 2 years ago
It looks like only one person is getting to eat tonight while the other only gets the condiments.
Jef Bateman 2 years ago
The problem here is the term "nugs." That's something you cough up when you have a cold.
#10
I Got Trashed, Made Orange Chicken Dino Nuggets
#11
My Attempt At Baking A Brownie Turned Out Like A Before And After Picture Of Meth Addiction
#12
Found A "Cook Book" That My Brother Wrote When He Was 7 Years Old, And Am Re-Creating The Recipes. Here's "Licorice Egg"
"Arranging food in a way that's pleasing to the eye is key — think of it as the main part of the dish being the centerpiece, with other elements around it designed to help it stand out, and to complement it in terms of color."
"It's important to think of appearance in three dimensions, not just two, so consider using height (that's why you see so many dishes with elements stacked up on each other). That said, sometimes less is more, so try not to make your plate too 'busy'. You don't want people to be put off by a plate of chaos."
#13
Broke Till Payday. Hot Dog And Pickle Grilled Cheese
Rabbit Carrot 2 years ago
I mean it’s fine. I’d personally take the pickle out but I see no problem with this otherwise. 🤷♀️
#14
The “Pizza Americana” I Ordered In Slovakia
#15
My Daughter's Hotdog Made From Starburst
So when you finally prepare a delicious and appealing plate, you immediately know what to do next — take your phone out and snap a photo. According to Ellen, there are many different ways to take food pictures, and she had a few handy tips to share with you.
"45 degree [angle] always works well but lots of people love a 'flat lay' — when you take a picture from above the plate," she said and added that often it's all about trial and error. "Try different angles, or having different elements as the focus of your shot. You might think it would be the steak, but sometimes the best picture might be focused on the chips, with the steak behind them. Play around and see what works. But remember — while food photos are great, so is eating a hot meal!"
#16
Spaghetti With The Proper Amount Of Powdered Cheese Product
#17
Dumplings From The Hell's Gate
#18
Bagel Bite And Chicken Nugget Slider
#19
Ah, Breakfast
#20
Blörö - The Famous Finnish Breakfast Consisting Of Hot Coffee, Vodka, And A Cigarette
#21
The Chicken Sandwich I Got From Mr Beast Burger Today
#22
Our Airbnb Had A Brick Oven. We Tried Making Pizza
#23
This Regular Pepperoni My Brother Ordered
#24
I Tried To Make Bread Using Only Flour And Water
Rabbit Carrot 2 years ago
Should’ve made flatbreads or tortillas if those were your only ingredients. As it is you’ve made a house brick.
#25
I Want To Thank Taco Bell For Saving The Best Part Of The Tomatoes For My Taco Specifically.
#26
I Like To Eat Bread With Mashed Potatoes And People Tell Me That's Not Normal
#27
Al Dente
#28
A Tempting Slice From The 1970s Cookbook
#29
$50 Slow Roasted Prime Rib
#30
Under A Tight Deadline, I Had To Stop Everything To Post My Wife's Dinner
#31
$59 Worth Of BBQ
#32
The Arrogance Of Man Rears Its Ugly Head Once More As We Continue To Sin Against Heaven And God
#33
Behold! The Worlds Largest Nigiri Sushi
#34
Two Years Ago I Blessed The Internet With The Spam Shot Glass. This Year I Got To Go Camping Again And Got The Chance To Recreate The Iconic Meat Orifice, As Well As Create A New Drink Container Which I Humbly Dubbed The Spam Flask
#35
My School’s $7 Take On Avocado Toast
#36
In Connecticut, Breweries Require Food With Drink. This Is Their "Charcuterie Board"
#37
Sandwich My Dad Likes To Eat, Raw Ground Beef With Raw Onions And White Pepper On Hard Bread
#38
My Kids School Lunch Today. Pancake Sausage Burger With Cheese
#39
I Love When Fast Food Chicken Has A Nice, Seared Crust And A Juicy, Rare Center
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What do you think ?
Sleazy Weaver 2 years ago
reminds me of the abominations i was served during my stay at a mental hospital...
Mimi M 2 years ago
I interned on a psych ward, among other places. Made me realize that one of the best things about an inpatient psych stay was that it convinced a person simply that they never wanted to do that again. And the place I was at was def one of the 'nicer' places.
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Ellis Tamura 2 years ago
I kinda wanna throw up. This is horrendous! (At least 3/4 of them are bad)
Paul Esterline 2 years ago
¾? I would say 99% are down right inedible. The prime rib would be (sort of) safe to eat.
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Sarah Diedring 1 year ago
Number 37. Is actually a german delicacie called Mett. It is save to eat no worry's. As People say. Don't yuck my yum.
Anna Gabrielle Borbolla-Menare 2 years ago
*Gordon Ramsay voice* WHERE'S THE FU**ING LAMB SAUCE
Elizabeth Butler 2 years ago
I made the terrible mistake of reading this while trying to eat lunch
RobbedofLife 2 years ago
This is why I make my own food. Everyone else would try to poison me with inedible crap
Sleazy Weaver 2 years ago
reminds me of the abominations i was served during my stay at a mental hospital...
Mimi M 2 years ago
I interned on a psych ward, among other places. Made me realize that one of the best things about an inpatient psych stay was that it convinced a person simply that they never wanted to do that again. And the place I was at was def one of the 'nicer' places.
Load More Replies... Ellis Tamura 2 years ago
I kinda wanna throw up. This is horrendous! (At least 3/4 of them are bad)
Paul Esterline 2 years ago
¾? I would say 99% are down right inedible. The prime rib would be (sort of) safe to eat.
Load More Replies... Sarah Diedring 1 year ago
Number 37. Is actually a german delicacie called Mett. It is save to eat no worry's. As People say. Don't yuck my yum.
Anna Gabrielle Borbolla-Menare 2 years ago
*Gordon Ramsay voice* WHERE'S THE FU**ING LAMB SAUCE
Elizabeth Butler 2 years ago
I made the terrible mistake of reading this while trying to eat lunch
RobbedofLife 2 years ago
This is why I make my own food. Everyone else would try to poison me with inedible crap
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