Bacon Strip Pancakes If you are one of those hungry families, then this vintage 1962 recipe (Aunt Jemima) probably makes the best pancakes for you. These golden bacon pancakes taste amazing and give you a fulfilling and energized morning kick start—not to mention that they are as easy as ever! Serves 4 | Prep time […]
When it comes to vintage appetizers, you can’t afford to miss this amazing crowd pleaser. It shines as a star at your serving table. Pigs in blankets were very popular in the 1970s and still are today. Serves 12 | Prep. time 15–20 minutes | Cooking time 15 minutes Ingredients ½ cup cold water 2 […]
These post-war special cocktail franks were one of those convenience foods that were introduced to help moms in the kitchen. Like other convenience foods such as frozen orange juice, frozen French fries, pie crust mix, cake mixes and minute rice, these BBQ franks quickly cemented their place in holiday menus. Serves 4-6 | Prep. time […]
This flavorful soup recipe always makes me nostalgic, and this heartwarming quote from Erika Monroe-Williams of Arizona describes the feeling perfectly: “Homemade chicken and dumplings harken back to my childhood and chilly days when we devoured those cute little balls of dough swimming in hot, rich broth.” Serves 8 (makes about 3 quarts) | […]
Presenting an all-time favorite banana fritter recipe from Chiquita Banana’s Recipe Book. This vintage recipe appeared in 1950 and has only increased in popularity since then. Banana fritters make an amazing breakfast choice; however, according to the recipe, you can also have them as a side dish or dessert. Serves 4-6 (24 fritters) | Prep. […]
The origin of Scrapple can be traced to the German settler that established themselves near Philadelphia in the 17th and 18th centuries and has become a popular fare throughout the 60s and 70s in the middle eastern states of New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Southern New York, and Pennsylvania. This dish is so iconic that Delaware […]
Puffy pancakes are probably the easiest and simple pancakes, and they’re the ones our parents loved so much. They’re quick to prepare and offer some subtle classic flavors. Yields 12 pancakes | Prep. time 10 min. | Cooking time 15 min. Ingredients 1 cup flour ½ cup melted butter, plus some more to grease 6 […]
Another easy dip recipe from the 1970s that was served at every family and friends gathering. Still a favorite today! Yield 2 cups | Prep. time 5 minutes | Cooking time 0 minutes Ingredients 2 cups sour cream 1 envelope onion soup dry mix Directions Add the dry onion soup mix to the sour […]
If you are in the mood for some classic old-fashioned fritters, then you are in for a treat. These simple yet glorious fritters are full of corn goodness and crispy texture. Serves 6 (20–24 fritters) | Prep. time Ingredients 1 (12-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained 1 cup pancake mix 1 egg ¼ cup milk […]
Get ready for some vintage waffles this week! This recipe appeared in a 1947 magazine advertisement for Spam with the catchy tagline “Cold or hot… Spam hits the spot!” Serves 6 | Prep. time 10–15 minutes | Cooking time 15–20 minutes Ingredients 1 can Spam Waffles ½ teaspoon salt 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted 2 […]