Despite its name, this once-popular dessert doesn't include a single vegetable. It does, however, share its name with one of D.C.'s most famous buildings. In this mini episode, Mikaela and editor Gabe Bullard dive into the retro delicacy's history and explore how it got its distinctive name. There's also a taste test (beware: mouth sounds abound). Season 2 launches October 29.

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