Sherry-Almond Chiffon Pie – A Vintage Gelatin Recipe Test

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Guess what? It’s pie time here on Mid-Century Menu! I love pie time. Mostly because most of the pies we make here turn out pretty well. And they almost never have vegetables in them. See? Not a vegetable in sight. This recipe for Sherry Almond Pie was sent to us by Godzilaw for our gelatin contest. You might remember Godzilaw as the one who also sent us the recipe for Ham Mousse Imperial, but we won’t hold that against her {Read More}

Mystery Pecan Pie – A Mid-Century Thanksgiving Recipe Test

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Well, it’s the day before Thanksgiving and let me tell you that I am cooking up a storm! But I just had to get this post up, because I think this may be the most delicious pie I’ve made on the Mid-Century Menu. If you are struggling to find an easy, interesting dessert that you can whip up before the big day tomorrow, this is it! You probably even have all of the ingredients on hand right now. Behold, Mystery {Read More}

Grand Finale Peanut Butter Pie – A Vintage Recipe Test

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It’s time for pie!! And not just any pie. This is a no-bake peanut butter cheesecake in an Oreo crust. Nice, huh? Before we even start this recipe, I would like to point out the lone Oreo in the center of this pie. This pie was originally suppose to have Oreos ringing the outside, but SOMEONE (*Yeah, it was Tom) busted into the package of Oreos while my back was turned and made off with all the garnishes. All I {Read More}

Carousel Orange Pie – 1976

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From Create A Circus Spectacular Recipe Book from Borden, 1976 « Previous It’s A Gelatin Round-up – ALL of the Winners In Our Recent Gelatin Contest   Next » Carrot and Pineapple Salad – A Gelatin Recipe Test

Grasshopper Pie from Grand River Inn in Grand Haven, Michigan – 1975

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From Better Homes and Gardens, Recipes from Famous Places, 1975 « Previous Herb Glazed Sandwiches – Tom’s Pick From The Glistening And Jiggly Gelatin Contest   Next » Pieburgers – 1956