by RetroRuth | Aug 10, 2016 | Cocktail Party, The WORST
I am reposting this drink that ran last year because…well…I guess I am still puzzling it out in my mind. I was given some great suggestions in the comments about what less-sweet vintage soda we could have used in this (Wink and B1 were suggested as alternatives), but...
by RetroRuth | Aug 12, 2015 | Beverages, The WORST
This week – because I was bored – I decided to test out a recipe that mixes canned tomato sauce with lemon-lime soda. And no, I’m not making that up. This is Sparkling Red Rouser! Just out of curiosity, do you think that mixing 7UP with canned tomato sauce even counts...
by RetroRuth | Jul 23, 2014 | Beef, Main Dishes, Sandwiches & Pies
I hope you guys are enjoying Vintage Pie July, because I am having a great time doing this. Who knew there were so many fun vintage pies? And vintage pies made out of meat! This is Rice Pie With Meat Crust! Rice Pie with Meat Crust Author: Mrs. Dean E Parker, 1953...
by RetroRuth | Jun 25, 2014 | Main Dishes, Sandwiches & Pies
Who is ready for a disgusting-looking sandwich?? This ugly little guy is Tuna Sandwich Bake. Tuna Sandwich Bake Author: Hunts, 1957 Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 12 slices bread 2 (6.5 oz) cans of tuna, drained 1 cup chopped celery 3 eggs 1/2 cup milk 2 (8 oz) cans Hunts...
by RetroRuth | Oct 23, 2013 | Main Dishes, SPAM!
This month of Halloween treats continues with spooky and creepy recipes that aren’t really meant to be spooky and creepy! This week we have a fun taste sensation from a June 1956 ad in Better Homes and Gardens for Hunt’s Tomato Sauce. I love how this one ended up...
