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I’ve always believed that everyone can cook. If you think you can’t, you just haven’t been taught. And if you simply refuse to learn, well, that’s a different story. But anyone who can read and assemble ingredients can follow a recipe. And if you watch a few videos and read some tips online, you can easily elevate your culinary skills.

The photos below, however, are beginning to make me wonder if some people should just stay out of the kitchen altogether. We took a trip to the Cooking for Bae Instagram account and gathered some of their most diabolical dishes below. From sandwiches that look carcinogenic to meat that may have been alive moments before it was served, this list is full of culinary crimes. Enjoy scrolling through these disasters, and be sure to upvote the ones you can't help but laugh at!

#1

Merry Christmas Everyone!

Unappetizing food photo featuring cupcakes arranged as Santa Claus with messy icing decorations.

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Norm Gilmore
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I bet the right hand ones taste better!

GalPalAl
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the image on the right has a sort of sock monkey feel to it with the face and colors

Ozymandias73
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Santa's seen some thangs in the second one. Bloodshot eyes and all.

jasper
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah yes, the Christmas Monkey.

Uncle Panda
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Santa pixelated down to a 4x7 array.

Peeka_Mimi
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8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

An attempt was made.

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    #2

    That’s Disgusting

    Unappetizing food: beans and hot dogs on a stick with a blue handle, held against a neutral background.

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    Wang Zhuang
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love pork and beans, but I'd pass on this

    Val
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this a British thing? /s 😉

    Serena Myers
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, Val, it is not! Despite all the "British cooking is bad cr a p" only the US would provide this abomination of whatever it is.

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    Fry Day
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's a go to jail popsicle

    Rick Murray
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Frozen? Ewww, that's worse than cold out of a tin.

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    #3

    It's Almost Time Y'all

    Unappetizing food sculpture resembling a turkey made from hot dogs and cherries on a foil-covered tray.

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    nottheactualphoto
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somebody went to a lot of effort to make this. Why?

    Emilu
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Presentation is good (comparatively, compared to other stuff in this thread), I guess…?

    Deborah B
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that is amazing. It's gross, but i kind of love it.

    justagirl
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    what. the. fluff. SOMEBODY HAND ME THE EYE BLEACH. HAND ME THE EYE BLEACH.

    GalPalAl
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    a Thanksgiving centerpiece for Lady Gaga maybe?

    Wang Zhuang
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An A for effort, at least. I'm guessing those are cranberries with the hotdogs?

    M Whee
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like how they photographed it on the open oven door as of it would fit.

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    The idea of cooking for a partner is incredibly romantic. Making food for someone else can certainly be an act of love, and it can be amazing to be taken care of by being served a warm, wholesome meal while you’re encouraged to simply sit back and relax. But we should all know our limits, and if you’re preparing food that looks like the photos on this list, you might want to just order your boo takeout.

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    The Cooking for Bae Instagram account has been around since 2013 and has shared over 1,400 culinary disasters since then. It’s clearly a popular place, as it has amassed an impressive 159K followers. And it’s a wonderful place to visit for a laugh or to be shocked, but it’s probably not where you want to go to get inspiration for what to make for dinner this week. Unless you want your partner to leave you...

    #4

    Just Nasty

    Unappetizing food photo with jelly mold containing olives, peas, and kiwi, styled with cream on a table.

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    John Mosley
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone was asked to bring in food and wants to make sure they are never asked again.

    Ms.GB
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, olives, ham, canned vegetables and kiwi in gelitain...the perfect flavors to compliment eachother.

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    Lee451 Henderson
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    S**t like that was popular when I was a child.

    Hippopotamuses
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think they forgot the potatoes.

    Mike F
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That might be potato salad in the middle.

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    R Dennis
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They were so preoccupied with whether or not they could, they didn't stop to think if they should.

    Just Another Karen
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wtf is this... gray(ish?) thing

    Hippopotamuses
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Several things have gone through my mind, and I still can work it out. Octopus?

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    Teutonic Disaster
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's gotta be one of those wacky 1950's recipes.

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    #5

    Bae Got Me Right For Sunday Dinner. Who Wants Some?

    Unappetizing chicken wings on a floral plate, slightly breaded and uncooked, presented on a kitchen counter.

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    Neva York
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe with chicken, it's very important to make sure it's cooked properly. The flour and pink skin screams trip to the ER.

    Subaru645
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let’s not forget the blood crowning around that one piece

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    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many baes that need dumping

    Peppy
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe it’s spelled salmonella, not some

    Heather W
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah, I see you're having Sam and Ella over for dinner...

    Magenta Blu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No problem. Just toss them I the hot oil or in the oven, for a few minutes. Nothing a little cooking won't fix

    B
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who wants some what? Salmonella?

    Beak Hookage
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When it comes to getting food poisoning from undercooked chicken, once was more than enough, thanks.

    The Starsong Princess
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks fine. It just hasn’t been cooked yet.

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    #6

    This Gotta Be An Offense

    Unappetizing food with mashed mixture and cheese on a white tray.

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    Emilu
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What the actual fark is this…? Aside from the cheese.

    Norm Gilmore
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, the top grey bits look like what my cats throw up..

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    Michael Melfa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a southerner, I'm deeply appalled and offended by the state of those grits.

    Gogubaci
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    british cuisine at its finest

    cogadh
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With a big ole slice of American "cheese" on top of grits? I don't think so.

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    Edda Kamphues
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cheese gives it far too much colour.

    Daniel Atkins
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cheese looks like it is on grits. The top looks like cat food.

    V
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not just cat food. The stuff you give to elderly or sick cats that's basically just nutrient paste.

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    Ozymandias73
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cat hairballs with a side of mush a la Kraft single

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    It’s amazing just how terrible some people can be at cooking. Whether they’re finding a way to burn spaghetti, serve eggs with the shells included or bake cakes that are 100% raw in the middle, there are truly no limits when it comes to culinary fails.

    But can we really blame these people? Cooking is a skill, and although anyone can learn, it really does have to be taught a lot of the time. If your parents only ever prepared frozen food and never showed you how to use the stove, you might not feel comfortable preparing anything but microwaved oatmeal and buttered toast.  

    #7

    Carb Loading

    A ramen taco held over a bowl of broth on a speckled countertop.

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    Patricia Steward
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, sometimes you just gotta eat whatever's in the cupboard.

    PeepPeep the duck
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a roomie would loved eating 2minute noodles on bagels, she would eat 3-4 everytime. It was disturbing as, she really really liked it.

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    Gourdeous
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would definitely eat this

    Tralee Aylett
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone on YT did spaghetti tacos when her kids did the menu planning for the wk

    Norm Gilmore
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I looked that up. Looks delicious https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spaghetti_taco

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    Pittsburgh rare
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would eat this, but l'm an animal anyway

    Binnie
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why can i see this tasting good lol

    Rick Murray
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, now that looks nice. I'd go make that if I had tacos.

    Victoria Elizalde
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I sometimes put ramen on toast. It’s good. 🤷‍♀️

    Wang Zhuang
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Meh, I don't have a problem with this

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    #8

    Baes First Cookout Was A Success

    Unappetizing charred food on a decorative paper plate, placed outdoors with a brick wall and grass in the background.

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    Sportsgal
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This happened during the apocalypse. 😳

    Niki
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These look like burnt offerings to the elder gods.

    Kathrin Pukowsky
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's an odd way to spell "cremation".

    Teutonic Disaster
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was bae responsible for bringing the charcoal?

    Gogubaci
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    make it the last cookout please

    Toothless Feline
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, I love charred hot dogs, and I wouldn’t touch these.

    Beak Hookage
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is bae a fire-breathing dragon?

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    #9

    I Left The Turkey In A Little Too Long Watching That Horrible Halftime Show

    Charred turkey in a roasting pan on the stove, likely unappetizing for cooking.

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    Mickipickie
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that pan doesn't look like it had a turkey torched in it

    Uncle Panda
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I see drops of oil so my guess is a deep fat fryer.

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    Teutonic Disaster
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Breaking News: Black man sings some of his songs on TV, thereby ruining random white family's dinner thousands of miles away, because it made their oven timer malfunction, somehow. More at 11. 🤦‍♂️

    R Dennis
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone who thought the halftime show was "horrible" would have done this anyway... just found someone else to blame.

    Kit Black
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, it's always the people who hated it who seemed to manage to watch every single minute of it...

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    Scott Rackley
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That bird was done an hour before kickoff

    mria alternativa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Calling the show horrible means you have the turkey you deserve.

    Ozymandias73
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're supposed to THAW a day before, not cook for a day before.

    Beak Hookage
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That poor turkey perished in vain.

    Snazzy Smurf
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it still isn't cooked.

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    If you happen to be a tragic cook that could easily be featured on Cooking for Bae, don’t feel bad. You’re certainly not alone! A 2022 survey from StudyFinds reported that over half of Americans have trouble even making simple dishes. And 59% are embarrassed by the fact that they struggle in the kitchen. 

    Apparently, pancakes are the most deceptively difficult “easy” dish to make, but plenty of people admit that they can’t get eggs, pasta, mashed potatoes or sweet potatoes right either.   

    #10

    Bae Is Tripping

    Unappetizing cornbread spaghetti in a baking pan with a slice missing.

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    JL
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why? It's just pot pie technology slightly modified.

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    Wang Zhuang
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, I don't think this is that bad. I'd give it a try

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    Miracle Max
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would at least give it a taste

    Edda Kamphues
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think 'bae' was well and truly tripping.

    Robert Beveridge
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cornbread spaghetti is really d**n good. Not taken with the quality of the photography but I bet money you'd clean your plate.

    Magenta Blu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandma cooked something like this. It was good

    Binnie
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    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wait that looks good i would eat that

    connie scanlan
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Heck yes. Looks like a church potluck

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    #11

    Our Anniversary Was Yesterday. Bae Got Us Right

    Unappetizing food display with instant noodles, processed meats, cheese slices, bread, and pickles on a wooden board.

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    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bae would get dumped over here 😂

    Dragons Exist
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why is there a hexagon of sausages

    Elwood Schwartz (it/that)
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That one in the middle didn't get circumcised like the rest.

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    Wang Zhuang
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Char-boooo-terie haha. But bae knew what bae would like, so to each their own

    Jeremy James
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I'm not mistaken, the condiment with the lid peeled back is garlic sauce from Papa John's pizza.

    Nikole
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or Little Caesar’s. Same artificial cráp, different containers.

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    Carl Roberts
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's see. Ramen noodles, cheese & crackers, viennas, bread, spam, fruit, pickles, and some kind of smoked sausage. Everything on that platter is quite yummy.

    Snackmachine
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm thirsty just looking at this. This is certainly not ideal, but as someone who has lived in poverty for most of my life, I really can't shame anyone about food

    Jonathan K.
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was this taken during a conjugal visit?

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    #12

    A For Effort, But...

    Unappetizing food on a plate with mustard and ketchup, featuring sliced sausage.

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    Sathe Wesker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I this would be a cute way to introduce your kid to chopsticks and eventually the concept of sushi.

    Wang Zhuang
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not hating on this, this would make a good appetizer

    Uncle Panda
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    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How to make a corn dog that costs $11.

    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks pretty but I wouldn’t eat it…

    Serena Myers
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is it? Hot dogs wrapped in something with a dip at either end? Let us know when you post, please.

    Sathe Wesker
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s called a “corn dog” very American but we certainly have them here in Canada and else where. It’s a hot dog dipped in bread batter and then fried. This is cut up evenly instead of one big hot dog shaped piece. The dips are simply mustard and ketchup, typical for hotdogs.

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    However, the good news is that most people don’t give up immediately after having an epic fail in the kitchen. StudyFinds reports that most people will attempt a dish four times before finally nailing it or giving up completely. Three quarters of Americans also admit that they are always looking for time-saving shortcuts to help them prepare meals faster, and the same amount would happily buy ready-made ingredients if it would make the whole process easier.  

    #13

    Bae Hooked Up Some Steak For Us

    Unappetizing food photo of overcooked beef slices on a plate with a fork.

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    Heather W
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I knew someone who cooked steak like this. They got upset when I asked why they didn't just buy a bag of jerky.

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    whineygingercat
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this looks like the wood chips you put in the grill on top of the charcoal to give your meats a Smoky flavor

    Damned_Cat
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Overcooked and sliced with the grain. That's going to be a workout for your teeth.

    Paul C.
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A sin I grant you, but stick it in some decent curry sauce over night, served with pilau rice, be just fine.

    Tim Gibbs
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    M******d some steak more like!

    Niki
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, they hooked it up to a car battery.

    Robert Beveridge
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    El Kid and I hit a new meat place up by him and got two gorgeous sirloin yesterday. I contributed to the prep, but at his insistence, once they hit the grill they were in his domain. Nailed a perfect medium well, then sliced and plated. His mom came home while we were eating, took one look at his plate, and says it's undercooked. (not the reason we're divorced, but a contributing factor.) I tell you this not only because I'm proud of my kid but because my ex probably cooked the steak in the picture.

    G A
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wood chips for the BBQ

    Dennis Stanley
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not well done, that's congratulations!

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    #14

    They're Selling Plates Outside Of The Job. Stuffed Burger On Deck

    Unappetizing food with a large, unappealing burger and fries in a foam container on a table.

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    Skogsrået
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hope they are selling these outside the hospital, you will dislocate your jaw trying to eat that.

    Nikole
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah that’s a giant meatball

    Norm Gilmore
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe shouldn't be reading this hungry but that looks ok to me :-)

    Hippopotamuses
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stuffed or fu*ked. There is a difference.

    Portentia9
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need to see the inside in order to make an educated decision.

    GalPalAl
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you sure that isn't a brownie on a bun with lettuce?

    Robert Beveridge
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depending on what it's stuffed with and whether I can add tomato and onion, I'm withholding judgment.

    G A
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must be American.....:)

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    #15

    Let's Get The Party Started

    Unappetizing food with sliced boiled eggs on mushy mixture in a red bowl.

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    Skogsrået
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A very very sad party that is.

    Nikole
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What is under the eggs…?

    Kathrin Pukowsky
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That potato salad (?) could be delicious, it's just the presentation that's lacking.

    mria alternativa
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like the party ended horribly and nobody's cleaned up yet!

    Beak Hookage
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had less depressing sights at funerals.

    Robert Beveridge
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bae REALLY went overboard with the pickle juice if that's egg salad. If you're using enough to change the color it's gonna be inedible.

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    If you’ve finally reached an age where you’ve decided to learn how to cook, that’s wonderful! No matter how hopeless you think you are, you can always improve. And lucky for you, Eater has some tips for absolute beginners that will make the kitchen seem much less intimidating.

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    #16

    Happy Valentine's Day Everyone. Can't Wait To See You Tonight Bae

    Unappetizing romantic dinner setup with instant noodles, bottle vase, and candlelight on a plain table.

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    B
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And they say romance is dead.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bae gonna heart mold those noodles and I'm here for it

    Miracle Max
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    College romance, I remember those days!

    #17

    Bae Cooked This Sandwich A Little Too Long

    Burnt sandwich with charred bread in a frying pan, showcasing unappetizing cooking for bae.

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    Skogsrået
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just a tad.....

    Paul C.
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get rid of the bread, what's inside looks ok.

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How do you overcook a..... Actually, forget I asked!

    Roxy222uk
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are people now deliberately burning food to make a meme?

    olaff 422
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not too long, but too hot. High is for searing or burning things.

    geezeronthehill
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Speaking from the experience of my youth, you can scrape a lot of that carbon right off.

    JL
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Asked for a Monte Cristo, got a Monte Mephisto instead.

    Jo Maxwell
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought the bread was a sponge

    #18

    I'm Not Even Sure What This Is

    Unappetizing pie with pickles, hot dogs, and whipped cream topping, on a white plate.

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    CozyBear
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pickles and sausage Jello pie. Delicious! (Sarcasm intended)

    KamaboCo.
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don’t forget the crushed peppermint sprinkles!

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    Edda Kamphues
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope that's horseradish, not whipped cream. It's bad enough as it is.

    Michael Melfa
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What that is is an act of malicious against all laws of God and man.

    Another important factor to consider before embarking on a new recipe is when the right time to make it is. I don’t care if the recipe says it will only take 25 minutes. Allot yourself an hour and a half. Especially if you’re a beginner, it may take much longer to chop vegetables, gather and measure ingredients and to get the necessary techniques down. Don’t bake a cake at 10pm unless you can leave it somewhere safe to cool overnight. And if you’re already exhausted after a long day, it’s probably not a great time to try something new.  

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    #19

    I Forgot To Post These Yesterday. You Probably Can See Why

    Unappetizing food photo: tortillas with grayish sauce and cheese in a foil tray.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please. For the love of God. Don't ever do this again.

    Elwood Schwartz (it/that)
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not familiar with the type of thing I'm looking at.

    Nona Jaynes
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That looks like something my dog would puke up.

    Philly Bob
    Community Member
    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What in the foot-stomping hell???

    Nikole
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did they try to make beef and cheese tostadas in a tray?

    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What the actual eff?

    #20

    Taco Tuesday, Anyone?

    Unappetizing tacos with hot dogs and corn on a blue plate.

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    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so like “hey bae, I’m divorcing you” food.

    Miracle Max
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, this is like "Bae just divorced me and took everything" food

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    Analyn Lahr
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably a they had hot dogs but no buns type of thing. And all they had were taco shells.

    Magenta Blu
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would eat this rather than hot dogs. Taco is way better than bread

    Binnie
    Community Member
    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    again cant see a problem

    Michele Motta
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those hotdogs might have been cooked on a fork hovering over a gas stove

    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had hotdogs in flour tortillas. I like it.

    #21

    Bae Hooked Up This German Chocolate Cake

    Unappetizing food dish resembling a mushy cake on a plate, with a remote nearby on a wooden table.

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    Patricia Steward
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gordon Ramsay would say it looks like a dog's dinner.

    michael Chock
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cake was too hot when frosted, it's probably delicious

    Teutonic Disaster
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We Germans committed many a ghastly offence toward humanity in our storied history, but in the name of all my countrypeople* I refuse to be held accountable for THAT!! *Except AFD voters/politicians, because eff 'em. Their policies are about as appealing as that cake.

    CatD
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A German chocolate cake was originally made by a guy named German in Texas.

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    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The irony that German Chocolate cake originated from Dallas, TX in 1957. It is of no German origin.

    Snazzy Smurf
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They didn't let the cake cool enough before putting on the icing.

    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can tell it's German because it's topped with Sauerkraut

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bae horked up this German chocolate cake *ftfy

    Stygtand
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thats not cake…..

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    If you want to start learning how to cook, it’s best to start with some basics. Eater recommends starting out with staples like roasted veggies, a simple stir-fry, greens, rice, beans, stock and soup, pasta and baked goods. Once you start to find the joy in cooking these simple dishes, you might feel inspired to branch out to even more complex recipes!

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    #22

    Straight Up Struggle Meal

    Divided plate with unappetizing food: pasta with sauce, sliced grapes, and cheese, from cooking for bae collection.

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    quentariel
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a picky toddler's plate. Some kids just don't want their foods mixed, and some hate melted cheese.

    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's exactly what I thought. The only time people cut grapes in half that I know of is when it's for a small child at risk of choking on a whole one.

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    Skogsrået
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bet it's cold too.... 😐

    JL
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sooo...in which prison are you serving your term?

    Nikole
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is dumb. Sauté the grape halves. Mix the cheese into the pasta sauce as you heat it. Mix all of it with the pasta. C’mon people…

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's dinner on the 29th when you get paid on the 1st.

    Stygtand
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Depression on a plate.

    Emilu
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m pretty depressed looking at this, I’ve gotta say…

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    #23

    Poor Chicken

    Unappetizing dish of sticky wings with candy corn and peanuts on a white plate.

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    Wang Zhuang
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chicken looks good. The candy corn is a weird topping, but I would just remove it and eat the chicken

    CatD
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, they just sprinkled them on top.

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    Val
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, hold up here. The sauce can't be made out of candy corn, right? So it's just on the side. The wings look good.

    #24

    Late Night Snack. Thanks Bae

    Unappetizing quesadillas with salsa and a blob of guacamole on a plate, capturing a less appealing cooking attempt.

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    Skogsrået
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This makes me sad for them.

    Nizumi
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's a *snack*, people. Don't be so judgy about everything.

    Subaru645
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who the he’ll is this Bae that keeps ruining the food?

    ManuelQue
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Modern term for "Babe". Means one's sweetheart, male or female. Which one made this culinary travesty, I know not.

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    Rick Murray
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That'll be okay if the red stuff is chili sauce.

    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last things in the cupboard?

    Slapdash1
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Photo in bad light. Crank the colours a bit, put a filter on and instagram will cream its pants.

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    #25

    They Are Selling Plates Outside Of The Job

    Unappetizing meal with instant noodles, crackers, sausages, and pink meat in a styrofoam container.

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    Skogsrået
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People are selling this crªp!?

    GalPalAl
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was gonna ask if people are buying this but the selling comment was so much better. Ouch

    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks so much better than the garbage I have been 'served' in jail.

    Snazzy Smurf
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can you pay them not too?

    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that raw mince?

    Daniel Atkins
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow it is so much work to open cans. This would make me not want to tip .

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    #26

    I Don't Even Know What This

    Unappetizing food on a plate with ketchup over mixed dishes, including meat and pasta.

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    Dancing Dubin
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a Puerto Rican meal! Pastele, arroz con gandules, pernil, and macaroni salad ... The only offensive thing here, imo, is that it's all covered in ketchup 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

    Pittsburgh rare
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Arroz con guandules is yummy! Had it in DR the first time. Still have it occasionally

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    Nikole
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t either. Some type of macaroni salad on the left? Other than that…

    Edda Kamphues
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Something drowned in ketchup. Probably a good thing.

    Magenta Blu
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's food. I can eat this happily

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    #27

    Yikes

    Unappetizing food photo showing a thick layer of orange cheese over dry macaroni in a foil tray.

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    Damned_Cat
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A girl I worked with tried to make mac and cheese for a potluck. She just mixed up some cooked pasta, shredded cheese from a bag, and some milk. She couldn't understand why it didn't get creamy.

    Emilu
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It almost looks like Mac and cheese with a lemon jelly on top of it 🤢

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is more funny than sad, mostly because next time Bae makes it it'll work (assuming Bae is willing to listen to guidance).

    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like a cardboard box full of green things

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    #28

    Man. What Is This Foolishness?

    Plate of unappetizing chicken garnished with scallions, alongside fresh salad bowls.

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    Daniel Atkins
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just bland overcooked chicken breasts.

    Louise Clarke
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some sort of boiled meat, I think?

    Mel in Georgia
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stopped using chicken breasts for most chicken dishes because they've become bland, tough and woody. Chicken thighs FTW!

    ManuelQue
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I pre-boil them and then freeze them. When I want chicken sandwiches for a couple of days I thaw one.

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    Snazzy Smurf
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No one can chew those chicken breasts without an extra set of teeth.

    #29

    Made With Love

    Unappetizing food in a container with meat forming a heart shape on top of cooked greens.

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    Nikole
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, they’re giant worms who are in love

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is exactly the kind of love my dog professes to me on my lawn.

    Jerome Lenovo
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    you're not supposed to cook goa'ulds

    Emilu
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like intestines I saw on Kitchen Nightmares…

    Sara Frazer
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like the classic Southern US dish of hamhocks and collard greens, which is actually pretty dang good, but idk what the pale turds are on top... 💀

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    D**n right it is, especially if those collards are from scratch. (and yes, they're turkey necks.)

    USMC5815
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    collard greens and turkey necks?

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    #30

    Talk About Being Lazy. Omg

    Macaroni and cheese on a countertop, multiple frozen meal boxes nearby, illustrating an unappetizing cooking moment for bae.

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    Emilu
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s kind of amazing in its laziness.

    Rick Murray
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hey, if it works it's not crazy.

    Emilu
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably will taste better than many other things in this list….

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    Another Panda
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Respect. Make life easier where you can.

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    #31

    Fish Friday's Are 🔥🔥

    Unappetizing fish served on a plate with a green background.

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    Amber Adams
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like toothless from how to train your dragon

    Emilu
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’d be angry too if you killed me and served me like that.

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    coffee_meowniac
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The eyes.........EEK it looks like a snake

    Beak Hookage
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WHY DID YOU LEAVE THE HEAD ON YOU PSYCHOPATH NOBODY WANTS THEIR DINNER TO BE LOOKING AT THEM! Let alone like that! *screams and runs out of the room*

    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've had food running around or swimming same day served later on my plate. Face and all. This does not phase me. Looks delicious!!!

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    #32

    Sunday Dinner Is Served

    Unappetizing plate with shrimp, steak, carrots, and a cheese-topped bun, highlighting a cooking fail.

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    Daniel Atkins
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks bland but otherwise not bad.

    CatD
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd eat that, but the lobster and shrimp need garlic butter.

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    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Shrimp, lobster, biscuit, carrots, and filet of Yog-Sothoth, the Black Goat of the Woods with a Thousand Young. I'm down.

    Bobbie McMasters
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm guessing they were trying to make Red Lobster at home. At least they made an effort.

    justagirl
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    (scoots the meat off the plate) better.

    Rick Murray
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well it's every food group covered.

    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That offends my eyes

    Amused panda
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, its an attempt at surf and turf.

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Buffet springs to mind. But it definitely isn't the right word for this abomination.

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    #33

    The Longer You Look, The Worse It Gets

    Unappetizing tacos filled with mixed ingredients, including meat, cheese, and greens, on a kitchen counter.

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    Sara Frazer
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    .... thanksgiving taco???

    Carl Roberts
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Could be. I see stuffing, ham, macaroni salad, spinach & gravy in the ones on the left & right. But the middle one looks like it has a chicken nugget

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    Val
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if I don't want to look that long?

    Pittsburgh rare
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Of all the things in the list, this is one the least scary

    #34

    Why Does This Nugget Have A Face On It?

    Unappetizing chicken nugget with a funny expression.

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    #35

    Happy Mothers Day!

    Unappetizing meal with bread, fries, greens, and mashed potatoes on a yellow plate.

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    Skogsrået
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "We hate you mom, enjoy!"

    Carl Roberts
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was probably made by a child. There's spinach, potato salad, yams, fries, and I believe, a fish stick. All perfectly edible.

    Jeremy James
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They ate most of her fries before she got it.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When the fish filet is larger than the bread, you look that gift horse in tge mouth and say thank you.

    Wang Zhuang
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would be an OK plate of food for me on a general day (would need hot sauce and tartar sauce for the fish), but not suitable for mom on Mother's Day

    Edda Kamphues
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry to break it to you, but you are adopted.

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    #36

    Baked Chicken, Red Beans And Rice

    Unappetizing food photo: rice and beans with meat in a takeout container.

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    Skogsrået
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This looks like turds.

    Elwood Schwartz (it/that)
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If your turds look like that, maybe you should see a mortician.

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    CozyBear
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More like something the cat threw up.

    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That looks yummy!!! Too many spoiled people on here that only eat photoshopped pictures of food and clearly have NEVER been out of their gated communities, much less, out of the country where things are *gasp!!!* different.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean, the description is technically accurate

    Nona Jaynes
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again, something like my dog would puke up.

    Nikole
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where? I guess I see some beans.

    Bobbie McMasters
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did they get the chicken out of a dumpster? ewwww

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    #37

    Bae Left Me This. No Comment

    Unappetizing food on a plate with waffles, scrambled eggs, and skewered ham with vegetables.

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    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Title is stupid considering all the packaging and obvious restaurant table.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cauliflower on a skewer is the "we need to talk" of plaing

    Jorie
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a Lunchable!

    G A
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was it a 5 year old made this?

    Magenta Blu
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What ls the problem with this. It is edible and looks fine

    Linda Roy
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Compared to other offerings on this list, it's at least edible

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    Edda Kamphues
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The plastic plate adds a nice, classy touch.

    Sara Frazer
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That wouldn't be so bad as a garnish in a bloody Mary. The skewer, I mean, not the eggs and waffle lol.

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    #38

    Bae Is Trying To Do Something Different Today

    Unappetizing meal of scrambled eggs and fish on a paper plate.

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    Pittsburgh rare
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Canned sardines. I really like them, just not on top of whatever that is

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    Paul C.
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Bae Is Trying To Do Something Different Today" Yeah, K!ll you!

    Philly Bob
    Community Member
    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Like... is Bae trying to make you puke?

    tracy black
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    well she mastered the different part

    Stygtand
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She raided the bin?

    geezeronthehill
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As they say in Minnesota, "well, that's kinda different! "

    Edda Kamphues
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beheaded sardines on soggy scrambled eggs?

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    #39

    This Is Candied Potatoes

    Unappetizing food photo with sliced green apple coated in an uneven yellow substance in a plastic container.

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    Sara Frazer
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And is that a slice of crystalized ginger?? Cuz at this point why the heck not

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As in toffee apples? Because if it is, it's a form of abuse.

    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Based on my love for potatoes and candy, this enrages me.

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    #40

    A 10/10 Of What?

    Unappetizing food photo with mixed ingredients, eggs, and black olives labeled "Always a 10/10" in a glass dish.

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    Sathe Wesker
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want to say some weird a*s attempt at scalloped potatoes

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    Maryann Mullin
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a Portuguese dish called Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá. It's a casserole of potatoes, cod, olives, onions and olive oil, with sliced hard boiled eggs as garnish. It may not win any beauty contests, but it's fricken delicious!

    Subaru645
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is a PSA, please stop lying to people when they ask if it tasted good or even looks good. Thank you.

    #41

    I Got The Cops On The Phone

    A plate with unappetizing food, including stuffed grape leaves, rice, and a mix of vegetables and meat.

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    Skogsrået
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes this is a crime idd, have no idea what that on the plate is though. 🤔

    Nikole
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think that’s dolma above the rice. And then it looks like cooked okra, possibly sautéed eggplant and red peppers, hummus, and chunky taiztziki sauce, and some kind of meat. Why is this bad?

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    Nimitz
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rice stuffed grape leaves, a little pilaf, fried okra, fried eggplant and peppers, roasted pork with what looks like some kind of tzatziki sauce, and what looks like a dollop of hummus. Probably actually tastes pretty good

    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MMMMMmmmmmm!!!! Mediterranean food!!!

    Edda Kamphues
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    From what I can make out it's: some kind of dark (poultry) meat, okra, mashed potatoes, a cucumber salad, risoni, antipasto and dolmades. That's 'fusion' taken to another level.

    GalPalAl
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My brain instantly thought this must be a buffet style offering at a wedding where you same a little bit of everything. Maybe not so much on this one

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They ain't comin over for a plate either, hang up.

    Pittsburgh rare
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some Greek grandma is coming back from the grave to smack you. And just as a personal opinion, okra sucks however you prepare it

    #42

    The Cold, Wilted Special!! Yummy

    Unappetizing food assortment on a decorative plate, featuring mixed vegetables and meats.

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    Mel in Georgia
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what your plate looks like when you ask Thanksgiving dinner guests to bring a side dish. Gotta try everything!

    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pu-pu platter. Still looks good to me!!!

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    Nimitz
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone brought home a "little bit of everything" plate for someone from the potluck

    M Whee
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Refrigerator stew? A bit of all the leftovers in one meal.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dunno what all is on this plate, but would smash.

    Nikole
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The second one that isn’t terrible

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just to clarify. This is the 'before' shot, isn't it?

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    #43

    First Plate Of The Day

    Unappetizing food photo with overcooked meat and mixed vegetables on a plate.

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    #44

    Dinner's Ready

    Unappetizing cooked meat pieces in a glass dish on a stovetop.

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    Norm Gilmore
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I went to the link and someone said it's oxtails (which looks right). Now they are pre-cooked put those into a stew and this will be awesome..

    R Dennis
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love oxtail... it used to be poverty food in my childhood, now I pay premium to get it. But that's just sad. Even if it was for stew, it should have been seasoned.

    Edda Kamphues
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oxtails. Not bad when making soup or broth. But not in this abomination.

    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When dinner is a transmissible disease.

    #45

    Lunch Is Served

    Unappetizing food photo: plate with overcooked steak, creamy pasta, and greens, featuring a Pepsi cup in the background.

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    Mike F
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The greens and the pasta are edible

    Another Panda
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not terrible, Perhaps just overcooked.

    Nimitz
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Made by someone who didn't want to smoke up the house making a good steak.

    Portentia9
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can tell all the folks that have never missed a meal or gone without.

    Snazzy Smurf
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Overcooked steak with unseasoned sides. Yum?

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    #46

    Thanksgiving

    Unappetizing food on a plate with ham, peas, carrots, stuffing, and bread roll.

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    Hippopotamuses
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know Thanksgiving's a big US thing, so I'm guessing that this is here because its underwhelming? But, as a meal, I really don't see anything wrong here.

    Val
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Agreed. I would love some peas on Thanksgiving.

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    ƒιѕн
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't see anything wrong here and would eat this. Turkey w/gravy, ham, mashed potatoes, stuffing, peas, carrots and a roll.

    Wang Zhuang
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's nothing wrong with this.

    Philly Bob
    Community Member
    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing that wrong here. Although, unlike my Mom... I prefer my peas seperate from my mash but it looks OK.

    Snackmachine
    Community Member
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is pretty standard

    Subaru645
    Community Member
    8 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Give thanks, the best looking plate so far…of food.

    Biytemii
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like thanksgiving meal to me? The only thing missing is a casserole of some kind but it's a perfectly normal thanksgiving meal in the pic

    Matthew Savestheworld
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    nothing wrong here. It lloks like a regular thanksgiving meal

    Spittnimage
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Other than peas on mashed potatoes not bad.

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    #47

    Late Night Leftovers. Bae Got Me Right

    Unappetizing food tray with chicken, rice, gravy, and stuffing, highlighting unappealing meal presentation.

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    Skogsrået
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    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like prison food?

    CatD
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Turkey leg, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know the top right is gravy but I can't look at this and not have my brain jump to "Swansons microwave TV dinner brownie". God, they were terrible. I'd smash a dozen if I had them right now.

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    #48

    We Got Baes Sister This Cake

    Unappetizing cake with figurine and pink frosting, featuring the message "Congrats" in pink icing.

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    Subaru645
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Blood…was she bleeding and is that an IV?

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Half the people I know would find this hilarious. The other half would never speak to you again.

    Pittsburgh rare
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, they added blood to the bandages for realism. How nice of them *pukes*

    #49

    Don't Quit Your Day Job

    Unappetizing food with chicken, fries, and salad on a plate.

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    Spittnimage
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know why people don't wanna cook chicken til it's done.

    Subaru645
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least it’s only the plate, not the food.

    Robert Beveridge
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can I just get a plate of the salad?

    #50

    Something Is Missing From This Plate

    Unappetizing food plate with ham, cucumber slices, roll, and assorted vegetables.

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    Sara Frazer
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seasoning?? Maillard reaction??

    Philly Bob
    Community Member
    7 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it needs some seasoning. The contents don't look too bad but the presentation is most unattractive.

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