by RetroRuth | Apr 27, 2016 | Hello Jell-O, The BEST
I was in the mood for some gelatin this week, so I decided to go strolling through the archives for a good recipe. Yes, unbelievably, there are good gelatin recipes in the archives. Anyway, I found this Orange Jell-O, and I’m happy to report it was just as good this...
by RetroRuth | Apr 20, 2016 | Sandwiches & Pies, The WORST
While going through the archives, I ran across this creation from May 2012. I thought it was so hilarious that I decided to share it again. Enjoy! Here is the insanity that is Spaghetti Subs! Just in case you were wondering if you were seeing things, never fear....
by RetroRuth | Mar 23, 2016 | Best & Worst, Desserts, Lamb Cakes & Frostings, The BEST
This year I decided to shake things up and make a chocolate lamb cake. This is Chocolate Pound Cake Lamb! This recipe is from my beloved Maid of Scandinavia Mail Box News monthly newsletters. This recipe was intended for a bunny mold, a lamb mold or several Easter...
by RetroRuth | Feb 24, 2016 | Best & Worst, Candy, Desserts, The BEST
So, this week I listened to some crazy people on the Mid-Century Menu Facebook page and added some leftover roast beef to fudge. This is Beef Fudge! From Mrs. Florence E. Weist - Poll-Ette Hostess Cookbook, 1967 [cooked-sharing] This recipe is from this book, which,...
by RetroRuth | Feb 17, 2016 | Best & Worst, Christmas, Cookies & Bars, Desserts, Easter, Halloween, Holiday, The BEST, Valentine's Day
Today we have a bit of a recipe mash-up between vintage and modern, but since it involves cookies I am sure everything is going to be just fine. Adapted (slightly changed) from Betty Crocker New Picture Cookbook [cooked-sharing] These are Butter Cookie Cut-Outs! A few...
by RetroRuth | Feb 3, 2016 | Appetizers, Best & Worst, Cocktail Party, The BEST
Since the first Super Bowl was in 1967, I would say that it’s totally appropriate to throw a vintage Super Bowl Party. To help you plan your party, I made some dip. This is Philly Hostess Dip! From "Philly" Dip Party Handbook, 1950 [cooked-sharing] This dip is from a...
