his category include recipes from old cookbooks and magazines, with a focus on recipes from the 1940s, 50s, 60s ,70s,and 80s , also old recipes cards
Old Fashioned Gingerbread Cookies – Soft & Chewy The aroma of old fashioned gingerbread cookies drifting through the kitchen is my earliest Christmas memory. Mom—now an amazing 101‑and‑a‑half years young—still rolls the sticky dough across wax paper, dusting it with flour while humming Bing Crosby. Last week she invited me over, pressed a well‑worn recipe…
Homemade Fruitcake Recipe – Step-by-Step with Photos & Tradition If you’ve ever read Truman Capote’s A Christmas Memory, you’ll know why homemade fruitcake holds a special place in so many hearts. I fell in love with the ritual of fruitcake—the zest, the soaking, the careful wrapping—decades ago, inspired by that book and the loving tradition…
Scottish Shortbread Recipe – Classic, Buttery & Easy If you’ve been searching for the perfect Scottish shortbread recipe—the kind that’s buttery, crumbly, and melts in your mouth just like Grandma’s—you’re in the right place! This recipe uses just three simple ingredients for that classic Scottish shortbread flavor. Whether you’re baking for the holidays or just…
Cafeteria Lunch Lady Yeast Rolls – Just Like the Ones from Childhood Some flavors just take you right back to childhood, and for me, it’s these soft, buttery yeast rolls—the same kind I used to eat in the school cafeteria over 60 years ago. The ladies in our cafeteria were unbelievably good cooks, and their…
Great-Grandmother’s Caramel Rolls – A 1920s Family Recipe Some recipes are more than just instructions—they carry the stories, warmth, and traditions of generations before us. These Caramel Rolls come straight from the kitchen of Great-Grandmother Vienna Mack, an Oklahoma native from the 1920s. This cherished family recipe has been passed down and perfected over time,…
Kaufmann’s Thumbprint Cookies – A Bakery Classic! If you grew up near Kaufmann’s Bakery, you probably remember their famous thumbprint cookies. These soft, buttery cookies are rolled in sprinkles or nuts and topped with rich buttercream frosting. They’re nostalgic, beautiful, and absolutely delicious. Now, you can make them at home! Below, I’ve included both the…
Homemade Cheesecake with Salted Caramel Pecan Topping This homemade cheesecake is rich, creamy, and topped with a delicious salted caramel pecan sauce. The graham cracker crust pairs perfectly with the smooth filling, making it a dessert that everyone will love. Ingredients For the Crust: 2 cups graham crackers, crushed 1 stick butter, melted 6 tablespoons…
Chip ‘n Dip Recipe: A Family Favorite That Brings Everyone Together If there’s one dish that instantly sparks memories and brings people running to the snack table, it’s my Gram’s iconic chip ‘n dip recipe. Or as we call it now, “Skippy” (don’t ask—it’s just become the family nickname for this dip over the years)….
Pepperoni Roll Recipe and History: A West Virginia Classic There’s something magical about biting into a freshly baked pepperoni roll. The soft bread, the rich, spicy pepperoni, and the melted cheese (if you’re feeling indulgent) create a perfect harmony of flavors. But this isn’t just any snack—it’s a piece of West Virginia history. Born in…
Vanilla Layer Cake with Old-Fashioned Chocolate Icing: A Nostalgic Classic Is there anything better than a homemade vanilla layer cake? Soft, moist layers stacked high, each one lovingly coated with rich, old-fashioned cooked chocolate icing. This cake is like a warm hug on a plate. Whether you’re baking for a family gathering, a celebration, or…
