Old-Fashioned Pork Rib Roast with Crunchy Skin: A New Year’s Day Tradition There’s nothing quite like starting the year with the satisfying crunch of perfectly roasted pork crackling. This old-fashioned pork rib roast with crunchy skin is a centerpiece dish that’s as comforting as it is celebratory. The rich flavors of seasoned pork, the melt-in-your-mouth…
Granny’s Fried Cabbage Recipe: A Nostalgic Southern Tradition There’s nothing like the smell of frying cabbage to take you back in time, and Granny’s fried cabbage recipe does just that. Every New Year’s Day, my Granny would cook cabbage, and she always made sure to share the best part: the core. Sprinkled with a pinch…
Hoppin’ John Recipe with Purple Hull Peas: A Southern Classic There’s nothing like a bowl of Hoppin’ John to warm your soul and your stomach. While traditionally served on New Year’s Day for luck and prosperity, this Southern comfort dish is a favorite in my home year-round. The smoky flavors of sausage and bacon, the…
Vintage Recipe Box Treasures: Nostalgic Recipes to Warm Your Heart There’s something special about finding a vintage recipe box, brimming with handwritten recipes and yellowed clippings. It’s like stepping into a time machine and peeking into the kitchens of the past. Recently, at a yard sale in Luther, Oklahoma, I stumbled upon just such a…
Chicken Noodle Soup with Homemade Egg Noodles: A Family Tradition There’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of chicken noodle soup with homemade egg noodles to bring warmth and comfort to your table. This classic recipe, inspired by my husband’s grandma, is a reminder that the simplest ingredients can create the most nourishing meals. Made…
Pumpkin Cookies from a 1979 Betty Crocker Cookbook From the 1970s Betty Crocker Cookbook This delightful pumpkin cookie recipe has been a family favorite since 1979, when I received the cookbook as a wedding gift. My daughter’s birthday is tomorrow, and although I usually bake her red velvet cupcakes, I decided to surprise her with…
Grandma’s Fruit Dessert Recipe A Budget-Friendly Classic with a Nostalgic Twist This recipe, gifted to my 87-year-old grandmother decades ago, is a simple yet delicious fruit dessert that has stood the test of time. It’s a frugal way to use pantry staples like canned fruit cocktail while delivering a sweet, comforting treat. We made it…
Best-Ever Pecan Pie Recipe Without Corn Syrup A Custard-Style Pecan Pie That’s Over 50 Years Old This vintage pecan pie recipe is a true gem. Passed down through the years, it offers a custard-style twist on the classic pecan pie—without any corn syrup! The result is a rich, buttery filling that lets the flavors of…
Classic Cheesecake Recipe from Bryan Hill School’s Home Ec Class From Bryan Hill School Home Ec Class, 1956 This cherished cheesecake recipe, handwritten on a weathered recipe card, is a true treasure from Aunt Peggy’s home economics class. She and her mom, Aunt Alma, lovingly prepared this dessert for Christmas celebrations for many years. It’s…
Hearty Homemade Chili Recipe: A Comfort Food Classic There’s nothing quite like a big pot of homemade chili simmering on the stove to fill your home with warmth and the tantalizing aroma of spices. This hearty homemade chili recipe is a crowd-pleaser, brimming with tender cuts of stew meat, ground pork, ground beef, and a…
