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McDonald's announced on Thursday that the McRib would return to more than 9,000 restaurants nationwide for a limited period.(Photo: McDonald's)

Christmas arrived early for McRib fans.

L & # 39; elusive The McDonald's sandwich is back in more than 9,000 American restaurants for a limited time, announced the hamburger chain on Thursday.

McRib – seasoned boneless pork, barbecue sauce, onions and pickles on a hoagie style bun – was on the menu in November 2017.

It was launched for the first time in 1981.

"While McDonald's has ushered in many new items this year, like fresh beef in our pound burgers, we know our fans love this time-limited classic," McDonald's chef Mike Haracz said in a statement. communicated.

A McRib has 480 calories, 24 grams of protein, 45 grams of carbs, 22 grams of fat and 890 milligrams of sodium, according to the company.

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For McDonald's customers who prefer the pig cow, you are also lucky. On Wednesday, the Chicago-based company also unveiled its new value proposition – the classic $ 6 meal. It will be launched on November 1st for a limited time at participating restaurants in the country.

The $ 6 classic meal package includes one of four dishes from the McDonald's menu – Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Big Mac, McNuggets Chicken or 10-Piece Filet-O-Fish – accompanied by a pop or soft drink. a sweet tea of ​​any size, small fries and seasonal or apple pie.

Chief Executive Officer, Steve Easterbrook, hinted at the new deal at the company's earnings call in the third quarter on Tuesday. He also hinted at new breakfast menu items, which the company officially announced that night.

The Triple Breakfast Stacks are sandwiches consisting of two slices of American cheese, sandwiched between two hot sausage patties and garnished with Applewood smoked bacon and an egg. Customers can choose what they want with the protein served: a McMuffin, a cookie or McGriddles cakes.

"We will continue to introduce things into our restaurants because that is what our customers are waiting for," Easterbrook said during the telephone conversation with industry analysts.

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