Where did "convert to mp3" go? Am I crazy?

Okay...I could have SWORN that there used to be an option in iTunes that allowed you to convert an existing track into an mp3 (or maybe just about any format...can't remember). And I feel like the process was extremely simple...like the option for it was available by ctl-clicking the song or was up in the main menu, etc. And I feel like it was specifically entitled "convert track to mp3". Now, the only thing I can find is in the Advanced menu..."create Apple Lossless version", which doesn't help me.
Now, I know I can convert it in QT7, but I just want to know if this functionality disappeared in iTunes...or if I'm CRAZY and am making the whole thing up.
Thanks!!

nd I feel like the process was extremely simple...like the option for it was available by ctl-clicking the song or was up in the main menu, etc
It was in both places, though now it is only in the iTunes menu -> Advanced. It was removed from the contextual menu in iTunes 9.1
Now, the only thing I can find is in the Advanced menu..."create Apple Lossless version", which doesn't help me.
You need to set your Import prefs in iTunes prefs- > General and click *Import options* button.

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