Colonel Harland Sanders
Coverage of Colonel Harland Sanders in the Nexus archive.
- KFC founder Colonel Sanders’ personal belongings fetch thousands at Kentucky auction
Over 70 personal items of KFC founder Colonel Harland Sanders were auctioned in Shelbyville, Kentucky, attracting collectors nationwide and online bidders interested in fast-food history. The auction generated significant interest and sold items for thousands of dollars.
- KFC founder's personal belongings fetch thousands at Kentucky auction
Over 70 personal items of KFC founder Colonel Harland Sanders were auctioned in Shelbyville, Kentucky, with top sales including a 1964 planner for $30,000 and a black clip-on bow tie for $8,000. The auction highlighted memorabilia from Sanders' life and career, including a 1955 Kentucky Colonel certificate and artifacts linked to KFC's growth, while his former home and a family restaurant are now available through sealed bids.
- KFC’s secret to getting ‘finger lickin’ good’ fried chicken
KFC's secret fried chicken recipe uses 11 herbs and spices. Founder Colonel Harland Sanders spent nine years perfecting the blend.
- Why KFC's fried chicken tastes different than that of every other fast-food chain
KFC's fried chicken is distinguished by its secret blend of 11 herbs and spices, a hand-breading process, and cooking in commercial pressure fryers. The recipe is stored securely in a digital safe with strict surveillance, and the breading technique involves a specific '7-10-7' method to ensure even coating.
- Why KFC's fried chicken tastes different from that of every other fast-food chain
KFC's fried chicken is distinct due to its use of commercial pressure fryers, a secret blend of 11 herbs and spices, and a hand-breading technique. The recipe's secrecy is emphasized, with components stored in a vault and mixed separately for security. The chain's breading process, called '7-10-7,' ensures consistent coating and even cooking.