#40: Harry S. Truman – Cornbread With Sorghum

Harry S. Truman may have been content serving as vice president under Franklin D. Roosevelt, but fate had other plans, and he unexpectedly found himself as the 33rd president of the United States. Despite stepping into one of the most powerful roles in the world, Truman never let the position change his humble nature.

Referring to the White House as the “Great White Jail,” he often shunned the gourmet meals prepared by the chefs, preferring simple dishes that reminded him of his Missouri roots. His favorite? A slice of warm cornbread generously drizzled with sweet sorghum syrup—a down-to-earth treat that reflected his unpretentious character.