by Erica | Apr 27, 2014 | Cookies & Bars, Guest Bloggers
Spring break is eagerly anticipated by children everywhere. And it’s just as fun as they expect… for the first day. After that, they tend to get really bored, really fast. Luckily, Retro Ruth had sent this great kids-friendly recipe just in time for Spring...
by Erica | Apr 13, 2014 | Guest Bloggers, Sandwiches & Pies
Most of the time, we do our retro recipes as a household. Even when I do the cooking and Buzz does the tasting, he knows what’s being made. This one, I kept a complete surprise until the last possible moment. Frosted party sandwiches are pretty spectacular,...
by Erica | Apr 6, 2014 | Desserts, Guest Bloggers
Buzz loves bread pudding. If he was on a desert island and could only bring along one food, I would guess this would be it. So bread pudding with fruit? YES PLEASE. Apple Bread Pudding – Mid-Century Recipe Guest Test Sunday Ingredients Apple Bread Pudding 8 slices...
by Erica | Mar 30, 2014 | Beans, Guest Bloggers, Salads
You know that old jingle, the one that goes: “I wish I was an Oscar Mayer Wiener, that is what I’d truly like to be, ’cause if I were an Oscar Mayer Wiener, everyone would be in love with me!” This dish is what happens after you’ve been...
by Erica | Mar 23, 2014 | Desserts, Guest Bloggers
Ever had one of those days where you just needed chocolate? If you’re in the mood for pudding and cake mix, then you’re in for a treat. Swiss Chocolate Crunch – Mid-Century Recipe Guest Test Sunday Author: Duncan Hines (1968) Ingredients 1 package Duncan...
by Erica | Mar 16, 2014 | Guest Bloggers, Vegetables
I saw this recipe and just started laughing. Celery is one of the lowest-calorie vegetables out there, and we’re deep frying it. WHY NOT! Fried Celery Hearts – Mid-Century Recipe Guest Test Sunday Author: Elvira C. Larson Ingredients 3 tablespoons flour 1 egg,...
