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Fritos

The Fritos logo

Fritos is a brand of corn chips and snack foods created in the United States in 1932 by Charles Elmer Doolin. Fritos are made from deep-fried cornmeal and are a popular snack food in the United States.

History

The origin of Fritos dates back to 1932 when Charles Elmer Doolin, who was running a small confectionery business, purchased a recipe for fried corn chips from a local businessman. Doolin began making the chips in his mother's kitchen and selling them from his Model T Ford.

In 1945, Doolin partnered with Herman Lay, founder of the Lay's potato chip company, to distribute Fritos across the United States. This partnership eventually led to the formation of Frito-Lay, which later became a division of PepsiCo.

Production

Fritos are made by deep-frying extruded whole cornmeal. The process involves cooking the cornmeal into a dough, which is then extruded and cut into the familiar chip shape before being fried. The chips are seasoned with salt and other flavorings.

Varieties

Fritos are available in several varieties, including:

Original
Chili Cheese
Flamin' Hot
Bar-B-Q

Cultural Impact

Fritos have become a staple in American snack culture and are often used as an ingredient in various recipes, such as Frito pie, a dish made with Fritos, chili, and cheese.

Casa de Fritos

File:Casa De Fritos Menu.jpg

A menu from Casa de Fritos

In 1955, the Casa de Fritos restaurant opened in Disneyland, California. The restaurant was themed around Fritos and served a variety of dishes featuring the corn chips. Casa de Fritos is notable for being the birthplace of the Doritos brand, which was created when the restaurant began repurposing stale tortillas into a new snack.

Related pages

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-'''Fritos''' is a brand of [[corn chips]] and dipping sauces created in 1932 by [[Charles Elmer Doolin]]. The original Fritos corn chip is made from whole corn, corn oil, and salt. Fritos is one of the flagship brands of [[Frito-Lay]], which is a division of [[PepsiCo]].
+[[File:Fritos_logo.png|thumb|right|The Fritos logo]]
+'''Fritos''' is a brand of [[corn chips]] and [[snack food]]s created in the United States in 1932 by Charles Elmer Doolin. Fritos are made from deep-fried [[cornmeal]] and are a popular snack food in the United States.
 ==History==
-[[File:Fritos corn chips.jpg|thumb|right|A bag of Fritos corn chips]]
+The origin of Fritos dates back to 1932 when Charles Elmer Doolin, who was running a small [[confectionery]] business, purchased a recipe for fried corn chips from a local businessman. Doolin began making the chips in his mother's kitchen and selling them from his Model T [[Ford]].
-The story of Fritos began in 1932 when Charles Elmer Doolin, a confectionery store manager in [[San Antonio, Texas]], purchased a corn chip recipe and a handheld potato ricer from a local entrepreneur. Doolin saw potential in the corn chip, which was a relatively unknown snack at the time. He began making the chips in his mother's kitchen and selling them from his Model T Ford.
-Doolin's vision was to create a snack that was not only tasty but also affordable and accessible to everyone. He named the chips "Fritos," which means "fried" in Spanish, reflecting the cooking process used to make them. The chips quickly gained popularity, and by the late 1930s, Fritos had become a staple snack food in the United States.
+In 1945, Doolin partnered with [[Herman Lay]], founder of the [[Lay's]] potato chip company, to distribute Fritos across the United States. This partnership eventually led to the formation of [[Frito-Lay]], which later became a division of [[PepsiCo]].
 ==Production==
-Fritos are made from whole corn that is cooked, ground into masa, and then shaped into chips. The chips are fried in corn oil and seasoned with salt. The simplicity of the ingredients and the unique texture of the chips have contributed to their enduring popularity.
+Fritos are made by deep-frying extruded whole cornmeal. The process involves cooking the cornmeal into a dough, which is then extruded and cut into the familiar chip shape before being fried. The chips are seasoned with salt and other flavorings.
 ==Varieties==
-Over the years, Fritos has expanded its product line to include a variety of flavors and styles. Some popular varieties include:
+Fritos are available in several varieties, including:
+* Original
+* Chili Cheese
+* Flamin' Hot
+* Bar-B-Q
-* '''Fritos Original''' - The classic corn chip that started it all.
+==Cultural Impact==
-* '''Fritos Scoops!''' - A thicker version of the original chip, designed for dipping.
+Fritos have become a staple in American snack culture and are often used as an ingredient in various recipes, such as [[Frito pie]], a dish made with Fritos, chili, and cheese.
-* '''Fritos Chili Cheese''' - Corn chips flavored with chili and cheese seasoning.
-* '''Fritos Flamin' Hot''' - Spicy corn chips with a hot seasoning.
-==Cultural Impact==
+[[File:Fritos_on_a_white_background.jpg|thumb|left|A bag of Fritos on a white background]]
-[[File:Frito pie.jpg|thumb|left|A serving of Frito pie]]
-Fritos have become an iconic snack in American culture, often associated with casual gatherings and sporting events. One popular dish that features Fritos is the [[Frito pie]], a combination of Fritos corn chips, chili, cheese, and other toppings. Frito pie is a staple at fairs, carnivals, and sports venues across the United States.
-==Marketing==
+==Casa de Fritos==
-Fritos has been marketed through various advertising campaigns over the years. One of the most memorable campaigns featured the "Frito Bandito," a cartoon character used in the 1960s and 1970s. Although the character was eventually retired due to cultural sensitivity concerns, it remains a part of Fritos' advertising history.
+[[File:Casa_De_Fritos_Menu.jpg|thumb|right|A menu from Casa de Fritos]]
+In 1955, the [[Casa de Fritos]] restaurant opened in [[Disneyland]], California. The restaurant was themed around Fritos and served a variety of dishes featuring the corn chips. Casa de Fritos is notable for being the birthplace of the [[Doritos]] brand, which was created when the restaurant began repurposing stale tortillas into a new snack.
 ==Related pages==
+* [[Frito pie]]
+* [[Doritos]]
 * [[Frito-Lay]]
 * [[PepsiCo]]
-* [[Corn chip]]
-* [[Snack food]]
-* [[Frito pie]]
 [[Category:Snack foods]]
 [[Category:Brand name snack foods]]
-[[Category:PepsiCo brands]]
+[[Category:Frito-Lay brands]]
-[[Category:Products introduced in 1932]]