by RetroRuth | Jul 1, 2013 | Best & Worst, Cookies & Bars, Desserts, Fourth of July, Holiday, The BEST
If you love S’mores, you are going to love this fun version made with brownies! We are trying to get in the patriotic spirit here on Mid-Century Menu, so I thought I would bust out this easy recipe from last July and share it again. It even has colored marshmallows!...
by RetroRuth | Jun 30, 2013 | Vintage Cooking Kitsch on eBay
You guys know the Kool Kitsch on eBay posts that are done every week by the lovely Sara on my other blog, No Pattern Required? Well, I decided it was time to do a version of this for the Mid-Century Menu as well! I spend so much time on eBay and find so much amazing...
by RetroRuth | Jun 28, 2013 | Beverages, Cocktails, The BEST
So, because Tom eats so many horrible, horrible things for this blog, I decided that it was time for the blog to give something back to Tom. I introduce to you: Vintage Cocktail Fridays! Sounds fun, huh? I am sure by now you see the catch. Vintage cocktails. Some...
by RetroRuth | Jun 26, 2013 | Beef, Best & Worst, Main Dishes, The BEST
The first time I made meatloaf for Tom, it was a great meal. Perfectly browned meatloaf, creamy mashed potatoes, and chocolate cake for dessert. As we sat down and I started plating food, I was feeling pretty proud of myself. Pretty proud of myself until I placed a...
by RetroRuth | Jun 19, 2013 | Best & Worst, Hello Jell-O, The WORST
Want to see something scary? Behold! Jellied cottage cheese and tomato sauce served over coleslaw! It looks…horrible. Like a melting monster face with a green pepper tongue. Appetizing, huh? This recipe was sent in by Rachel for our gelatin contest, and she was nice...
