Manicotti cheese bake: An easy retro recipe from the 60s that still holds up

Here’s an easy retro recipe from the ’60s for a delicious Italian-style ricotta & mozzarella stuffed manicotti cheese bake!

Weird retro ways to serve pineapple (and a few good ideas, too) from the 1940s-90s

From meat glazes to unique salads and totally vintage-style jello molds, the most iconic tropical fruit can make itself useful in so many ways. Here are some weird – and some good – retro ways to serve pineapple.

This old-fashioned New England beef stew recipe from 1974 will warm your soul

With warm, rich flavors and tender pieces of meat and vegetables, New England beef stew is the perfect choice for a cozy dinner on a cold winter evening!

Hot Dr Pepper was a cool thing in the world of warm winter drinks (1960s)

Warm up like it’s the 1960s with hot Dr Pepper! This retro drink, served with a slice of lemon, is a unique and cozy twist on the classic soda.

Hot chocolate: 15 delicious vintage cocoa recipes

Raise your glass for some warm and wonderful classic hot chocolate recipes from across the years! Try cocoa mixtures with a variety of flavors and even some international flair.

Onion soup mix recipes: 15 easy ways to make mealtime magic

After an outdoorsy afternoon, bring the party inside. Settle down to something warming. Any of these delicious dishes will do fine. They’re super easy because you make them with onion soup mix.

Remember these? 60+ of your favorite vintage breakfast cereals from the 60s

In the ’60s, vintage breakfast cereals became really popular, gaining millions of fans – especially kids. What was your favorite? See all the best retro brands here (many of which are, sadly, long gone).

Try Cybill Shepherd’s famous hamburger recipe from the 1980s

After she wondered if humans have a primal craving for hamburgers – hot, juicy and so simple – here’s Cybill Shepherd’s favorite hamburger recipe.

Under-the-sea salad: A fun and funky layered 80s Jello recipe

It’s green. It’s molded. It’s studded with pears. It’s the ’80s version of the Jell-O classic – Under-the-sea salad!

Famous Hershey’s cocoa fudge recipe from the 70s & 80s

This is the Hershey’s cocoa fudge recipe your grandmother used to make! The recipe first appeared on the Hershey’s Cocoa can label in the 1960s.

How to make a Christmas cookie house step-by-step (it’s like a gingerbread house, but without the gingerbread)

People of all ages will love these cute vintage Christmas cookie houses, which can be made easily and inexpensively. See examples and get directions here!

Gingerbread man cookie recipes + how this tragic folklore hero became a happy Christmas tradition

How did a character whose brief life ended so tragically become a hero of the happiest holiday? We have some theories plus four different vintage gingerbread man cookie recipes!

Jell-O fruity cookie recipe, plus more retro 1970s ideas for using fruit gelatin powder

They have gelatin on the inside… and the outside. Try making this vintage 1970s Jell-O fruity cookie recipe, and see if you can capture a little bit of that retro vibe!

The ultimate guide for making perfect fudge like your grandma used to make PLUS 14 famous & delicious fudge recipes

You might remember some of these popular fudge recipes from your childhood. We encourage you to try at least one this year (or try them all)!

How to make homemade extracts & candy flavoring the old-fashioned way

If you’ve ever bought a pricey bottle of flavoring, you may have wondered: How can you make your own homemade extracts for less? It’s probably a lot easier than you think.

20 classic homemade cranberry sauce recipes

Cranberries have become traditional for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners — and these 20 homemade cranberry sauce recipes will help you deliciously add the ruby-red jewel to your feasts!

Delicious fall recipe favorites: Pumpkin spice cookies & pumpkin nut bread (1982)

Looking for some deliciously sweet fall snacks? Try these two classic recipes: some amazing pumpkin spice cookies with lemon icing, and the traditional seasonal favorite, Libby’s pumpkin nut bread!

These 200+ cute old-fashioned Christmas cookie decorating ideas make a case for simplicity

These 44 kid-friendly Christmas cookie decorating ideas evoke the cozy charm of vintage traditions. Baking fun for the entire family!

2 fall recipe classics: Libby’s pumpkin cheesecake & Southern delight pumpkin cheesecake

These two Libby’s pumpkin cheesecakes are rich with cheese and pumpkin and brown sugar, flavored with maple, topped with sour cream and cinnamon – truly delicious desserts.

Craving cozy? This delicious chicken and broccoli casserole delivers every time (1985)

This easy retro recipe for a delicious creamy chicken and broccoli casserole gets a bonus crunch from a crispy onion topping.

Halloween cupcakes – a cool spider treat plus a monster, witch, pumpkin and more – will charm a crowd (1990s)

These festive Halloween cupcakes are decorated in a variety of fun and creative ways — including a pumpkin, a witch, a mummy, two spiders, a jack-o-lantern and a wolfman.

Use leftover Halloween candy like cool mid century housewives did with delish recipes made from Mars Almond Bars (1960s)

The late-1960s brings us a couple of tasty mid-century dessert recipes perfect for repurposing any leftover Halloween candy bars you might have laying around!

Caramel apples & caramel popcorn: Easy recipes for those decadent Halloween treats you remember

Two ever-popular treats come to mind on Halloween: caramel apples and caramel corn. Find out how to make these classic Halloween recipes!

Easy crunchy breaded chicken: Oven-baked chicken breaded with stuffing mix (1964)

A super simple must-try retro ’60s recipe: Crunchy breaded chicken! Soup ‘n stuffing make chicken a taste treat. See how easy it is to make it here!

Easy & elegant corn souffle, made with cream-style corn (1968)

By starting this old-fashioned corn souffle recipe with a can of cream-style corn, you can make this popular side dish in record time.

Easy pumpkin cheesecake bars: A comforting fall dessert recipe from the ’80s

Homemade with love! These deliciously luscious pumpkin cheesecake bars don’t take long to make when you start with this classic recipe from the ’80s!

12 classic old-fashioned sweet potato pie recipes

All of these sweet potato pie recipes come from the early part of the 20th century — from 1915 until 1922 — and should give you some ideas for ways to spice up a sweet potato pie of your own!

Baker’s easy one-bowl German chocolate brownies with coconut-nut topping: A classic recipe from 1997

These easy German chocolate brownies are deliciously indulgent, and have a coconut-nut topping! Get the ’90s retro recipe right here.

5 easy oven-fried chicken recipes from the 1930s

Get the crispiness of fried chicken without the hassle. These oven-fried chicken recipes are easy, delicious and sure to be a hit at your next dinner.

Check out these retro Cheez Whiz recipes from their creative Idea Book (1974)

Get some retro Cheez Whiz recipes for fondue, casserole and other cheezy dishes like ham & rice roll-ups, Mexican bean dip and more.

4 retro taco salad recipes that are perfect for summer (1987)

Consisting of lots of lettuce, browned hamburger, a variety of vegetables, sauces and dressings, a taco salad is a meal in itself.

The Impossible Pie recipe book: 12 easy dinner recipes & desserts from 1982

The Bisquick Impossible Pie recipe book is filled with ‘no time to cook’ pies: Bacon, quesadilla, cheeseburger, lasagne, taco, brownie, cheesecake & more!

Try this easy prize-winning savory crescent chicken squares recipe from 1974

This recipe for savory crescent chicken squares was a winner at the Pillsbury Bake-Off contest in the ’70s because it was tasty and so easy to make.

Triple lemon ripple cake with cream cheese recipe from 1982

One thing that makes this triple lemon ripple cake stand out is that it has a rich, lemony cream cheese filling in the middle of the Bundt cake!

This lattice-top chicken bake recipe is easy weeknight comfort food direct from 1984

Here’s a retro ’80s recipe for a lattice-top chicken bake — a cheesy chicken casserole with golden biscuits baked right on the top.

Flag cakes with strawberries & blueberries: The classic & fun no-bake recipe from the ’90s

Red, white and blue flag cakes are always fun to have for patriotic holidays, and this stars and stripes dessert – covered with bright berries – has one of the simplest recipes around!

Delicious & pretty patriotic desserts: All-American trifle + Red, white & blue loaf (1990s)

If you’re bringing dessert to this year’s 4th of July potluck, these easy patriotic desserts have an all-American appeal that everyone will love.

3 from-scratch traditional pound cake recipes (1920)

The traditional pound cake recipe got its name from the measurements of some ingredients used in the recipe — a pound of butter, a pound of sugar and a pound of flour. More than a century ago, the recipe changed to something a little lighter, but no less delicious!

Pudding in a cloud: A delicious retro dessert recipe from 1982

A heavenly idea! Pudding in a cloud. So lovely. So light. So luscious. You get two delicious tastes in every spoonful.

This hot dog crown casserole is one of the most retro-looking dinners ever

This hot dog crown casserole from 1965 uses hot dogs split lengthwise, and strategically placed in a circle around a creamy potato/green bean dish.

Old-fashioned peanut butter cookies: Check out these 20+ delicious retro recipes

Peanut butter cookies are an American treat that have been a favorite for generations. Check out our huge collection of this classic recipe and its variations!

This classic caramel popcorn recipe is a taste of tradition and nostalgia (1964)

Dig this crazy caramel popcorn – it’s positively wild, all candy-coated and crunchy with almonds, pecans or peanuts, made with corn syrup.

Toll House cake: The ultimate classic chocolate chip cake recipe (1986)

If you’re looking for an easy, scrumptious layered cake recipe, make this vintage Toll House cake from 1986!

This famous 1950s quick meatloaf recipe cooks up in just 15 minutes

Need a fast dinner? Besides being fast – just fifteen minutes cooking time – this famous quick meatloaf recipe is truly delicious with its savory tomato gravy!

Old-fashioned chocolate cottage pudding cake: The 1930s called, and they want you to try this recipe

Step back to 1939 with the Chocolate Cottage Pudding Cake, blending the comfort of traditional pudding and the decadence of chocolate.

Pecan Easter cake: An easy retro holiday dessert recipe (1988)

Planters Easter Egg Cake: This pecan Easter cake is a nostalgic, nutty delight with an optional twist for a festive shape.

Easy caramel-pecan cinnamon twists retro recipe from the 1950s

Here’s Mrs America’s 1950s way to be neighborly: Whip up these beautiful and delicious caramel pecan cinnamon twists for your next get-together!

Bacardi daiquiri pie: A green retro dessert made with lemon pudding & lime jello

Try a smooth green Bacardi daiquiri pie that brings a taste of the 1970s to your dessert table! Easy to make, this retro no-bake treat merges lemon pudding’s tang with the lively taste of lime jello.

This no-bake crazy berry blue pie recipe was a purple prizewinner

Enjoy a slice of the past with this vintage Crazy Berry Blue Pie recipe from 1969. Simple, no-fuss ingredients create a visually stunning and deliciously unique lavender blue no-bake pie.

Try this almond macaroon brownies recipe from the 80s

Picture this: a fusion of velvety cream cheese, the tropical essence of coconut, earthy almonds, and rich swaths of semi-sweet chocolate converging. This retro almond macaroon brownies recipe will help you make a sweet and nostalgic treat!

28 crazy vintage Christmas appetizers you don’t see much anymore

Having a retro party for the holidays? Here are lots of crazy kitschy vintage Christmas appetizers you may want to serve… at your own risk.

Classic 70s Christmas cookies: 20+ deliciously memorable recipes to try

Remember these classic 70s Christmas cookies? Here’s our collection of the best and most delicious old-fashioned treats of the decade!

Easy fondue recipe fun! Here’s how to party like it’s 1969

Although the popularity of the fondue recipe has waxed and waned over the years, it is still — and likely forever will be — enjoyed as a delicious communal meal that brings people together.

Classic peanut butter blossoms: Step-by-step cookie recipe, with photos

A plate of Christmas goodies just would not be complete without them: those delicious classic peanut butter blossoms cookies, featuring a big chocolate kiss right on top.

Cherry thumbprint Christmas cookies

These rich and tender cherry thumbprint Christmas cookies have bright and colorful button centers, made by placing pretty halved red or green candied cherries into the middle of each one.

30+ delicious old-fashioned stuffing recipes

Get ready for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays with the help of these old-fashioned stuffing recipe, made with simple ingredients and fresh foods.

Try old-fashioned cranberry souffle salad recipes from the 50s for a super retro-style Thanksgiving

If you want to serve something different this year for Thanksgiving or Christmas, a retro cranberry souffle salad may be just the thing! Bring back some of the flair of the fifties with these unusual little side dishes.

40+ vintage canned fruit cocktail recipes to bring back that 50s flavor

In the 1950s, canned fruit cocktail was added to everything from jello salads to slices of meat. Here, see 42 old-fashioned ways they used to eat the sweet and fruity mix!

Pumpkin pie with molasses: 5 old-fashioned & delicious recipes

Pumpkin pie doesn’t have to be light in color and light on flavor! Try these recipes for dark and delicious old-fashioned pumpkin pie with molasses & brown sugar – and see some other tasty variations, too!

No-bake cherry cheesecake recipe step-by-step: A pretty & easy homemade cream cheese pie from the 1970s

A no-bake cherry cheesecake is a dessert that knows how to steal the spotlight at any gathering! We’ve re-created this vintage recipe step-by-step, with photos!

These old Jell-O Crown Jewel Dessert recipes still make dazzling treats

Crown Jewel Dessert as a mold, a pie, and a spring-form pan dessert! Also known as Broken Glass Dessert, this easy treat fits busy schedules.

Striped Delight dessert recipe: An easy & delicious classic from 1985

This vintage Striped Delight dessert recipe features one dark layer of chocolate pudding between two white layers of a light and creamy cheesecake-like filling.

Make this pineapple upside-down cupcake recipe in 5 easy steps

This adorable pineapple upside-down cupcake recipe is a mini classic! They’re probably easier than you think to make, too.

How to make a homemade graham cracker pie crust & other delicious crumb crusts like they did in the 50s, 60s & 70s

We found some great vintage graham cracker pie crust recipes, and ways to make other delicious crumb crusts. Get the basic how-to, and try some of these creative and classic combinations!

This Jello pudding no-bake lemon cheesecake recipe only has 4 ingredients & 2 easy steps

When it comes to 1950s desserts, it’s time to shine a light on a retro classic that’s also one of the easiest recipes of all time: the no-bake lemon cheesecake.

Hawaiian Punch: Remember the retro tropical fruit drink & its tasty variations over the years

Let’s reminisce for a minute about Hawaiian Punch, the iconic red beverage that has a history as rich as its flavor. The original product first hit the

Vintage & discontinued Lunchables from the 1990s; Do you remember these?

Feast your eyes on and wax nostalgic for these vintage and discontinued Lunchables. Which was your favorite?

Stripe-It-Rich cake recipe: How to make a Jell-O pudding poke cake, 80s-style

This Stripe-It-Rich cake recipe – made with your favorite flavor of pudding – can make an ordinary cake extraordinary. It’s easy! Here’s how to do it, with the retro-how-to from the 1980s.

Double pineapple upside-down cake recipe, step-by-step: A classic 1950s skillet dessert

This special recipe for double pineapple upside-down cake has crushed pineapple in both the topping and in the cake.

Fried green tomatoes & more: 12 old-fashioned & delicious recipes for green tomatoes

What can you make with green tomatoes? Here’s an old-fashioned recipe for fried green tomatoes, plus 10 more ways to use them!

See vintage Kraft & Campfire marshmallows from the 1950s-1980s (plus a few easy retro marshmallow dessert recipes)

Let’s take a sweet journey through time when Kraft marshmallows and Campfire marshmallows held court in the pantries of America.

35 old-fashioned sandwich fillings that range from delicious to… inventive

Rediscover the most tantalizing, old-fashioned sandwich fillings that once graced the humble bread slices of yesteryear.

10 fruity summer sippers: The best non-alcoholic drinks from the 70s

Rewind to the summer of ’77 — an era of iconic fashion trends and memorable tunes — and rediscover some of the best non-alcoholic drinks from that time.

Easy chocolate Scotcheroos take Rice Krispies treats to the next level (1965)

Chocolate Scotcheroos combine the sweet and luscious flavors of chocolate, butterscotch and peanut butter with a little Rice Krispies crunch.

Easy cheese & mushroom stuffed zucchini recipe (1986)

Make use of budget-friendly squash with this easy recipe for some delicious stuffed zucchini!

3 easy chocolate potato cake recipes: Old-fashioned chocolate & spice flavors

Chocolate potato cake is a flavor variation on a vintage favorite. For decades, cakes using plain mashed potatoes as a main ingredient were very popular. Here are three easy recipes!

Make this easy & elegant frosted ribbon sandwich loaf from the 1960s

This frosted ribbon sandwich loaf is strictly for company, and simply delicious! Slice through the cream cheese frosting to reveal layers of ham and egg filling.

30 fun & fruity 1920s non-alcoholic drink recipes

Booze-free beverages were all the rage after prohibition kicked in, so from a huge collection of vintage mocktail suggestions, we found these 30 fruity 1920s non-alcoholic drink recipes that would still work well today.

Shirley Jones with Triscuit cheesecake snacks & mini pizza recipes (1982)

Looking for a couple easy recipes you can whip up in minutes? Try these mini-pizzas and tiny cheesecake snacks, with flavorful ingredients stacked on a Triscuit cracker! Ads feature actress Shirley Jones.

This chicken macaroni casserole is the perfect weeknight comfort dinner (1983)

Wholesome, full-flavored dinners like this Chicken macaroni casserole come easy with Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup, chunk chicken, and pasta.

This classic & delicious zucchini nut bread recipe from 1976 is a year-round favorite

With its perfect combination of moist zucchini, crunchy nuts, and fragrant spices, your family is going to love this mouth-watering zucchini nut bread recipe.

Famous Red Lobster biscuit recipe: These copycat Cheddar Bay biscuits taste like the real deal (1998)

If you want to try making the Red Lobster biscuit recipe yourself, this copycat Cheddar Bay recipe is for you!

Easy coconut no-bake cookies with chocolate & oatmeal (1964)

Originally called Chocolate Nut Drops when this recipe came out in the mid-60s, you make these coconut no-bake cookies by creating a candy-like chocolate base, then stir in oats, coconut and nuts.

Fluffy vanilla frosting, the old-fashioned way

Here’s an old-fashioned recipe for a deliciously fluffy vanilla frosting that is the perfect counterpart for a classic homemade vanilla birthday cake! The flavor comes from high-quality

Old-fashioned vanilla birthday cake recipe

This classic, homemade vanilla birthday cake recipe from 1955 is one that will never go out of style!

Frozen pudding & graham cracker sandwich (with chocolate & peanut butter): Get the easy vintage 1970s recipe

The first time you surprise your kids with this creamy & cool graham cracker sandwich, they’ll probably ask why you didn’t do it sooner.

Remember these vintage Hamburger Helper flavors we thought were so delicious in the 70s, 80s & 90s?

Easy and efficient, there’s a reason Hamburger Helper became – and remained – so popular with home cooks. Here are some of the Hamburger Helper flavors we enjoyed in the 70s, 80s & 90s.

‘Unboxing Betty’ takes you on a fun retro cooking adventure with 1970s Betty Crocker recipes

Unboxing Betty, a fun YouTube channel featuring America’s [fictional] sweetheart, Betty Crocker, has all the ingredients you crave for a fascinating trip down memory lane.

Old-fashioned hot cross buns recipe

Here’s an old-fashioned hot cross buns recipe from the 1960s, plus two more from 1912, so you can pick your favorite way to make some classic Easter buns with real vintage flavor.

This old-fashioned baking powder biscuit recipe from the 1950s turns out delicious every time

We rediscovered a wonderful baking powder biscuit recipe from the 1950s, along with some handy tips that will help you make a delicious, tender bread that you can enjoy any time of day.

Delicious old-fashioned monkey bread recipe from the 1960s, step-by-step with photos

This fantastic old-fashioned monkey bread recipe – essentially a cinnamon-pecan coffee cake – can be made with your favorite biscuit recipe, or you can also try using brown-and-serve rolls or refrigerated ready-to-bake biscuits.

Easy homemade candy recipes you don’t need a candy thermometer to make

Sometimes, you want to make some easy homemade candy with no fuss, a minimal amount of cooking (maybe even none) – but really delicious results. You’re going to love these retro recipes!

You gotta try this delicious raisin cake recipe from the 80s

This delicious raisin cake recipe includes mayonnaise, which may sound strange, but actually works!

Make these easy peanut butter football Rice Krispie treats from 1996 for your tailgate party

What could be cuter and easier for your tailgate or Super Bowl party than these clever mini football Rice Krispie treats?

This 70s Jell-O Celery Nut Circle gelatin mold combined lime jello with sour cream, nuts & celery

Here’s a different way to serve a salad – made in a gelatin mold, with a combination of lime Jell-O on top of a layer of a sour cream/jello blend that’s studded with nuts and chopped celery.

Campbelled eggs: 5 recipes for scrambled eggs seasoned with soup

Here are 5 recipes from the 60s & 70s for Campbelled eggs – a breakfast dish created by the Campbell’s Soup company – including the how-to for Western-style Campbelled eggs.

Easy one-bowl applesauce cake recipe (1973)

Grandma’s one-bowl applesauce cake recipe. It’s especially versatile. It’s the perfect snack almost any time. Bake it as squares, a ring, a loaf or cupcakes. Glaze it or not. Offer it for special flavor at brunch, lunch, or nightcap breaks.

24 vintage recipe boxes: Before food blogs & recipe apps, these compact organizers were a kitchen essential

Back when recipes were usually handwritten, vintage recipe boxes were a happy homemaker’s most valued possession. Take a peek at some retro recipe holders here!