Everything changes. Tastes evolve, we learn new things, and trends come and go. It’s no different with food. The foods that were popular years ago are not popular today and what your grandparents had for dinner growing up is probably very different from what you eat today.
Some of these foods should stay in the annals of history. But there are some old-fashioned recipes that are just so good they should be brought back! We love these old-fashioned recipes and hope you do, too!
Southern Vegan Banana Pudding
A 100% homemade, from-scratch, Southern Vegan Banana Pudding! This gluten-free, allergy-free, sugar-free twist on the old-fashioned classic dessert is too easy not to make! A no-bake recipe with layers of vanilla wafers, banana slices, vanilla pudding, and sweet creamy fluff!
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Blueberry Skillet Cake
With fresh, ripe blueberries and a hint of lemon, this egg-free, one-bowl Blueberry Skillet Cake recipe couldn’t be easier to make or more delicious! Made with ingredients you probably already have, this gorgeous cake with fresh, summery flavors is perfect for bringing to parties, BBQ’s, and family dinners. Its beautiful presentation makes it almost too pretty to eat!
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Old Fashioned Strawberry Glaze Pie
Fresh strawberry glaze pie is the perfect dessert to make with summer’s most gorgeous berries. With a creamy, not-too-sweet filling, and a homemade strawberry pie glaze, this impressive-looking pie is ideal for any spring or summer gathering.
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Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle
Old Fashioned Peanut Brittle has everything you need in a good Holiday Candy. Bonus, it makes the house smells like Caramel heaven.
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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Eclair Cake
Indulge in the delectable delight of an easy, no-bake dessert that the whole family will love – the Old-Fashioned Chocolate Eclair Cake! This crowd-pleasing recipe features layers of honey graham crackers, creamy vanilla Instant pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and luscious canned chocolate frosting. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, gatherings, and any occasion worth savoring!
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Southern Baked Mac and Cheese
Creamy southern baked mac and cheese with a secret ingredient is always one of my most popular recipes! The best southern mac and cheese is the best baked mac and cheese recipe! It’s the ultimate comfort food for Sunday dinner or a holiday celebration!
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Homemade Apple Fritters Recipe (Old Fashioned)
Easy Homemade Apple Fritters are warm and crisp deep-fried pastries or a delicious fall treat made with apples and drizzled with a simple sugar glaze. This apple fritter is prepared using basic ingredients, ready in less than 30 minutes, and is served for breakfast, snacks, or after-meal desserts.
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Best Dried Fig Cake (Yeast Leavened)
This rustic-looking, beautiful yeast cake is one of our favorite family-baked treats, deliciously infused with pockets of sweet, dry figs and chopped walnuts. It’s also a ridiculously easy Holiday or weekend bake (yeast-leavened) that pairs best with coffee or tea, family, and friends.
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Best Old Fashioned Gingerbread Recipe
Everyone will love this iced old-fashioned gingerbread recipe. It’s soft, chewy, moist, and delicious! Plus, it’s so easy to make this holiday favorite and it will make the whole house smell great.
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Sourdough Bran Muffins
These old-fashioned Sourdough Bran Muffins are full of fiber and not too sweet! The breakfast muffins are made with buttermilk, molasses, and sourdough discard so they stay moist for days.
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Easy Old Fashioned Pea Salad Recipe
This easy old fashioned pea salad recipe is the perfect chilled side dish for any summer gatherings. Combine the bold flavors of cheddar cheese and onion mix with the calming flavors of sour cream and peas for a delicious side dish. Here’s how to make it.
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Easy Vintage Blueberry Lemon Crumble Squares
This irresistible recipe for vintage blueberry crumble squares features vibrant blueberries and zesty lemon zest, which bursts with the freshness of ripe berries. The recipe’s simplicity reminds us of a simpler time when homemade treats were crafted with care and wholesome ingredients. These vintage lemon blueberry crumble squares are the perfect summer dessert for the whole family.
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Carrot Pineapple Jello Salad
A classic mid-century recipe, the carrot and pineapple jello salad remains a potluck favorite! Great as a dessert or side dish, its crisp and refreshing flavors make it a perfect summer salad!
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Old Fashioned Chocolate Pie
Old Fashioned Chocolate Pie is a creamy, deliciously decadent chocolate pie with a light and fluffy meringue. It is a classic dessert that is perfect for any gathering at any time of year.
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Frosted Applesauce Cookies Recipe
Welcome the season with these Frosted Applesauce Cookies with sweet raisins and crunchy pecans. Each cookie is like your own individual mini spice cake!
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Chicken and Dumplings With Crescent Rolls
There is so much to love with this recipe. This Instant Pot chicken and dumplings recipe is quick and easy. It’s southern food at its finest.
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Best Zucchini Bread Ever | Grandma’s Recipe
Delicious and simple zucchini bread just like grandma used to make! With this vintage recipe and a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a gorgeous loaf of classic zucchini bread.
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Easy Blueberry Cobbler
This simple old-fashioned recipe for an easy blueberry cobbler is crazy good. It has a homemade biscuit topping fresh blueberries bursting with deliciousness. Serve with some vanilla ice cream for the ultimate summer dessert.
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Best Healthy Apple Pie Recipe {With Crumble Topping}
This healthy apple pie recipe has all of the spicy, sweet flavors of regular apple pie, but is made with a whole wheat crust and sweetened with honey. Cinnamon, ginger, honey and vanilla complement the firm, but sweet Honeycrisp apples. A healthier dessert that will satisfy that sweet tooth!
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Classic Chocolate Afghan Biscuits
Chocolate Afghan biscuits are a New Zealand classic. Crunchy, ultra-buttery, chocolatey, cornflake-stuffed and slathered with gooey chocolate icing, they’re an incredibly easy, FAST, all-in-one bowl biscuit recipe that needs no special equipment.
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Cast Iron Peach Cobbler (Gluten-Free Option!)
Fresh summer peaches shine in this Cast Iron Peach Cobbler. With warm spices, a brown sugar sauce, a gluten-free variation, and flaky sweet biscuits, this dessert is summer in a skillet!
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Old Fashioned Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe
This Old Fashioned Pineapple Upside Down Cake Recipe is a classic! It is so easy to make and always comes out moist and delicious. You only need a few simple ingredients to make this cake, and it can be on your table in just over an hour.
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Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes Recipe
If you’re looking for an Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes recipe like Grandma used to make, this is it! You’ll love this quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes. It uses simple ingredients to make classic sloppy joes your whole family will crave!
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Best Air Fryer City Chicken Recipe
This Air Fryer City Chicken recipe is a real game changer. It’s incredible how quick and effortless it is to whip up, and it results in the most deliciously crispy City Chicken. With just 4 simple ingredients, this is perfect for a weeknight ;dinner when you’re short on time.
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Sourdough Chicken Pot Pie
This Sourdough Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food that the whole family will love. The inside is creamy, and filled with chicken, veggies, and warm spice. The chicken pot pie is topped with an easy sourdough pie crust that is buttery, flakey, and totally irresistible.
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Old Fashioned Fluffy Air Buns Recipe
These Old Fashioned Fluffy Air Bunsare super soft, tender, and nearly melt in your mouth! They stay fresh for days and freeze exceptionally well. This is a no-fail recipe that is perfect if you are a beginner. This quick recipe makes 45 buns that are excellent for lunches and ideal for serving with burgers, soups, and stews.
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Blueberry Buckle
Blueberry buckle is a classic, and with good reason: it’s tender, easy to make and packed full of delicious blueberry goodness topped with a sweet, buttery streusel.
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Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe
Old Fashioned Salmon Pattiesare just like what grandma used to make, using pantry ingredients to create delicious, crispy, pan-fried patties. This is an easy weeknight meal with just six ingredients, plus a little oil for frying. Add or adjust seasonings to suit your family’s tastebuds and enjoy a nostalgic, time-honored way of enjoying salmon.
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Cheese Pudding
Cheese pudding is like a savory bread pudding, with soft white bread and shredded sharp cheddar baked in an eggy custard. This is a great easy side dish for a cookout or barbecue. You only need a few basic ingredients and about 10 minutes prep time!
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Old-Fashioned Rice Pudding Recipe
This old-fashioned rice pudding recipe is made with just 7 pantry-staple ingredients. This easy rice pudding recipe is so simple to make, and the pudding is so deliciously creamy!
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