Reviews for: This is a basic beef stew that’s a favorite winter meal. This hearty dish is easy, delicious, and inexpensive to make. While there are hundreds of variations of traditional beef stew, it’s hard to improve on this version’s savory and comforting goodness. For even better flavor, make this dish the day before you […]
INGREDIENTS: 2 Cups of Warm Water 2/3 Cup Honey 1 3/4 Tablespoons Active Dry Yeast 1 1/2 Teaspoons Salt 6 Cups Bread Flour DIRECTIONS: *In a large mixing bowl, whisk together warm water and honey until honey is dissolved. Add yeast, and cover with a towel. *In about 10-20 minutes, your mixture should look delightfully […]
If you’ve been following me for a while, it’s no secret that I love Taco Tuesday. Although I like flour tortillas, corn chips and rice, I sometimes like to mix things up, especially since I started eating healthier. A few weeks ago, I was on a mission to find a unique variation for tacos (ok, […]
This easy, family-friendly casserole, dotted with melty pockets of cheese, proves that tacos and spaghetti are a match made in heaven. Ingredients 8 ounces spaghetti 1-1/4 pounds lean ground beef or ground turkey 1 (1-oz) package taco seasoning 2/3 cup water 1 can (10.75-oz) cream of chicken soup 1 can (10-oz) can R-otel diced tomatoes […]
Make your upcoming weekend a really special one with these vintage lamb stew dumplings from the 1950s. With the added goodness of veggies, this is a special treat for dumpling lovers. Serves 6–8 | Prep. time 10 minutes | Cooking time 20–30 minutes Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 2½ pounds boneless lamb, cut into 2-inch cubes […]
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. […]