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Steak and Eggs: Astronauts' Timeless Pre-Flight Tradition

2/9/2025

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Alan Shepard, the trailblazing first American in space, famously fueled up on steak and eggs before his historic flight. This delicious tradition carried on with Apollo 11's Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin in 1969. While early astronauts had to settle for freeze-dried meals, today’s crew savors a diverse menu, yet the classic steak and eggs still hold a special place in their hearts.

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Alan Shepard, the trailblazing first American in space, famously fueled up on steak and eggs before his historic flight. This delicious tradition carried on with Apollo 11's Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin in 1969. While early astronauts had to settle for freeze-dried meals, today’s crew savors a diverse menu, yet the classic steak and eggs still hold a special place in their hearts.