Here we are in March and that means it’s time for the Vintage Menu Plans post. We have two holidays included this month – St. Patrick’s Day and Easter. I realize Easter is in April this year but I’ve gone ahead and included it this month in case you’d like the advance planning time. is…
Copper Carrot Pennies ~ A Vintage Recipe
I’ve been on a mission to explore vintage recipes, especially some I’ve found in my mom’s recipe box. Copper Carrot Pennies is the latest I’ve tried and while some vintage recipes are best left in the past, this one is worth bringing back. A little sweet and a little sour, this chilled vegetable dish is…
Rising Food Costs and Shortages: Coping Strategies
It’s no secret that we are experiencing rising food costs. We are also seeing some shortages off and on due to supply chain issues, weather, etc. Providing nourishing food for our families is an important part of a homemaker’s job, despite these circumstances. Let’s discuss some ways we can cope with current challenges. This post…
WWII Rationing: Lessons We Can Use Now
This is indeed an interesting time we’re living in. Toilet paper shortages, shipping delays, certain food items that are nearly impossible to find and the rationing of others. People learning to bake bread and plant vegetable gardens. New ways of shopping and lots of cooking at home. Who could have anticipated such widespread changes? Over…
What Do We REALLY Need?
No one will deny these are challenging times. Yet, ever the optimist, I’m looking for the lessons to be learned. One of those lessons is: What do we really need? That’s something I’ve been thinking about a lot the past several weeks. I’ve discovered that I’m spoiled…or blessed…whichever way you want to frame it. This…
Macaroni Tuna Mornay ~ Vintage Recipe
I love a good casserole, especially during the winter. There is something very warm and cozy about pulling a hot, bubbly, cheesy casserole from the oven. Macaroni Tuna Mornay is just one of those delicious casseroles which will bring back childhood memories for those who grew up in 60s. I’ve updated this one just a…
Busy Day Swiss Steak – A Vintage Recipe
Sometimes it’s fun to spend time in the kitchen concocting a special recipe. Put on some music, pour a small glass of wine and really get into the whole, creative experience. But some days you just need something you can stick in the oven without a lot of fuss. Busy Day Swiss Steak to the…
What I Learned From Our Vintage 1950s Menu
Last week I cooked meals reminiscent of the 1950s. It was an interesting experiment so I thought I’d share a bit about what I learned from our vintage 1950s menu. This post may contain affiliate links and as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Read more here. What I learned from our 1950s Menu…
Menu Monday ~ 1950s Style
This week we’re going to eat like it’s 1955…or thereabouts. I spent a couple of hours this weekend looking through old cookbooks and family recipes. Let me just say – they ate some weird stuff back then. And they had a strange compulsion to put all manner of food stuffs in gelatin. Still, I think…