• Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • DISCORD
Mid-Century Menu
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Shop
  • Books
  • Patreon
  • Newsletter
  • Contact
Select Page
Cucumber Rings, 1970 – A Vintage Recipe Test

Cucumber Rings, 1970 – A Vintage Recipe Test

by RetroRuth | Aug 7, 2019 | Appetizers, Cocktail Party, Side Dishes & Salads, Vegetables

This week we have a really fun little appetizer that you can make in a few minutes. And it’s a great way to trick your kids into cooking! These are Cucumber Rings! From Michigan Consolidated Gas Holiday Cookbook, 1970 [cooked-sharing] This recipe is from the Michigan...
French Poodle Hero Sandwiches – A Vintage Recipe Test

French Poodle Hero Sandwiches – A Vintage Recipe Test

by RetroRuth | Jul 3, 2019 | Best & Worst, Cocktail Party, Main Dishes, Sandwiches & Pies, The BEST

You know, I was trying to come up with some really clever intro for this post, but as I was editing these photos, I realized I don’t have to be clever. I already did all that work. Because I made sandwiches in the shape of dogs. These are French Poodle Hero...
Cheez-It Deviled Eggs, 1945 – A Vintage Recipe Test

Cheez-It Deviled Eggs, 1945 – A Vintage Recipe Test

by RetroRuth | May 17, 2017 | Easter, Eggs, Holiday, Main Dishes

It’s time for more deviled eggs! These are Cheez-It Deviled Eggs! From Sunshine Biscuits Favorite Recipes, 1945 To purchase this cookbook on ebay, click here! (affiliate link) [cooked-sharing] I’ve actually wanted to make this recipe for a very, very long time. I...
Sherbet Mayonnaise Dressing, 1965–A Mid-Century Recipe Test

Sherbet Mayonnaise Dressing, 1965–A Mid-Century Recipe Test

by RetroRuth | Aug 17, 2016 | Salads, Side Dishes & Salads

Today we are going to mix lime sherbet with mayonnaise and throw it over some fruit. Because why not? This is Sherbet Dressing! From Mid-Summer Magic From Kraft, 1965 [cooked-sharing] I have to admit I have been obsessed with this recipe since I saw it in a Better...
Mystery Salad, 1977 – A Mid-Century Recipe Test

Mystery Salad, 1977 – A Mid-Century Recipe Test

by RetroRuth | Jul 13, 2016 | Side Dishes & Salads, Vegetables

So, the garnish on the top probably gives it away, but guess what the mystery ingredient in this salad is? That’s right, it’s bananas. Because this is Mystery Salad! From The Dole Banana Bonanza, 1977 [cooked-sharing] This glorious recipe comes from The Dole Banana...
« Older Entries
  • Home
  • Contact
  • Newsletter
  • Privacy Policy
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

Copyright © 2026  Mid-Century Menu

Website developed by Theresa Kibler.