I’m feeling nostalgic these days. I’m not sure why I’m feeling the pull of a simpler time (maybe because of how crazy the world feels right now), but I’m definitely feeling the urge to embrace a slowed-down existence and a time of old-fashioned, vintage food.
Check out some of these classic recipes from a bygone era and enjoy the vintage appeal of a nostalgic meal.
Glorified Rice
Glorified Rice, a classic dessert salad from the Upper Midwest, is ideal for festive occasions and potlucks. This traditional dish has been adapted to a vegan and gluten-free version featuring white rice, coconut whipped cream, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and maraschino cherries. It’s an allergy-friendly option that’s simple and quick to prepare, requiring only five ingredients and five minutes of preparation time.
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Authentic Vegan Jackfruit Rendang
Discover the flavors of an authentic vegan jackfruit rendang, a plant-based twist on the traditional Indonesian beef rendang curry. This version uses canned jackfruit as the main ingredient and requires only 20 minutes to cook! Moreover, this recipe is a modification of my mother’s rendang from West Sumatra, Indonesia, offering a truly authentic taste.
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American Goulash Recipe
American Goulash, a classic comfort dish, is a simple one-pot meal featuring ground beef, tomatoes, and macaroni noodles. Perfect for any season and even better as leftovers, this delightful Goulash recipe will surely please even the most picky eaters!
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Leche Asada Recipe (Roasted Milk Dessert)
Leche Asada is a classic and delightful dessert, offering a simpler and quicker alternative to the traditional flan.
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Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake With Bourbon Buttercream
The old-fashioned Hummingbird Cake has graced Southern dessert tables since the 1970s. It first appeared in Southern Living magazine and swiftly became one of their most sought-after recipes. There’s nothing better than revamping a classic or vintage recipe with a modern twist—like adding bourbon buttercream.
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Bonet Chocolate Custard
When chocolate and custard come together, the result is a scrumptious dessert that dissolves delightfully in your mouth. It’s so irresistible that you’ll be craving more after one taste. This sumptuous treat, known as Bonet, hails from the Piedmont region in northern Italy.
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Butterscotch Cake
This old-fashioned dessert is rich in dark brown sugar, butter, and cream, baked to perfection, and then smothered in a frosting made from melted butterscotch chips, butter, powdered sugar, and additional cream.
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Spanish Almond Cake (Tarta de Santiago)
Tarta de Santiago, also known as Spanish Almond Cake, is a traditional Spanish dessert. This renowned treat, popular along the Way of St. James (Camino de Santiago), is characterized by its nutty flavor, moist texture, and gluten-free composition, offering an authentic almond taste.
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Stuffed Cabbage Rolls
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Here’s my unique take on my Ukrainian family’s traditional dish, Stuffed Cabbage Rolls.
These cabbage rolls are stuffed with a savory blend of beef, pork, brown rice, and a medley of fresh herbs and spices. They are then lovingly baked in a homemade tomato sauce with a rich and complex flavor. Always served with additional sauce on the side because there’s no such thing as too much of a good sauce!
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Chocolate Mayonnaise Cupcakes
Chocolate mayonnaise cupcakes or cakes are delectably moist and can be easily prepared using just a spoon or a spatula, eliminating the need for any special equipment.
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Chewy Spiced Apple Cake With Caramel Sauce
This Spiced Apple Cake is speckled with chewy morsels of dried fruit and nuts and generously drizzled with a salty bourbon caramel sauce.
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No Bake Peppermint Pie Recipe
The No-Bake Peppermint Pie Recipe is a refreshing holiday favorite. Garnished with homemade whipped cream and crushed peppermint, it is sure to impress your friends and family.
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Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake (Depression Cake)
The Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake is a delectably moist chocolate cake baked in a sheet pan, topped with rich chocolate buttercream frosting. It’s one of my cherished recipes handed down from my grandmother.
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Easy Old Fashioned Pea Salad Recipe
This simple, old-fashioned pea salad recipe makes an ideal chilled side dish for summer get-togethers. Mix the robust flavors of cheddar cheese and onions with the soothing tastes of sour cream and peas to create a delightful side dish.
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Chocolate Soufflé With Crème Anglaise
The Classic French Chocolate Soufflé is ethereally light yet decadently rich. Despite its simplicity in preparation, the Individual Chocolate Soufflés present an elegant appearance and are quickly assembled.
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Potato Cake
This delightful chocolate potato cake owes its soft, moist texture to an unexpected ingredient.
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Fermented Red Cabbage Sauerkraut Recipe
Sauerkraut can indeed be made with red cabbage. Preparing this fermented red cabbage recipe is quite simple and cost-effective. This colorful red cabbage sauerkraut can be made at home using only cabbage and salt without the need for a starter culture.
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Plum Upside Down Cake
Step aside, pineapple upside-down cake; the plum version has arrived. This deceptively simple dessert is bound to be a hit, offering a delightful way to enjoy the lush flavors of ripe summer plums.
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Salty Marshmallow Cookies (Potato Chip Cookies)
Salty Marshmallow Cookies are a unique twist on the traditional potato chip cookies. These delightful treats, brimming with potato chips, butterscotch chips, white chocolate, and marshmallows, will surely become your new sweet and salty addiction!
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Old-Fashioned Sour Cream Coffee Cake
This easy, rich, and delectable old-fashioned sour cream coffee cake is irresistible. The sour cream makes the cake exceptionally tender and flavorful, and the pecan crumb topping is simply addictive!
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Old Fashioned Rhubarb Crumble
The Old Fashioned Rhubarb Crumble Recipe makes for a delightful spring dessert, showcasing the tangy taste of rhubarb paired with a rich, buttery topping. It’s best enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for that timeless treat appeal.
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Vegan Raspberry Crumble Bars
These Vegan Crumble Raspberry Bars feature a generous, jammy layer of raspberries blended with raspberry jam, sandwiched between a buttery oat crumble crust and topping. They are vegan-friendly and can be easily made gluten-free and without refined sugar.
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Easy Stovetop White Chicken Chili Recipe
Super Creamy White Chicken Chili: Experience the ultimate comfort with the tastiest, creamiest, and most heartwarming stovetop white chicken chili! Perfect for the chilly fall and winter seasons, this rich and flavorful chili, made with succulent chicken thighs and hearty cannellini beans, is sure to warm your heart and soul.
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Impossible Pie
Impossible Pie is the simplest pie you’ll ever bake, as it miraculously creates its own crust and two delightful layers during the baking process.
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Iced Oatmeal Cookies
Elevate a timeless treat with this Iced Oatmeal Cookies recipe. Enrobed in a luscious vanilla glaze, these traditional cookies combine robust oats, rich brown sugar, warm cinnamon, and deep molasses for an extraordinary taste in every bite.
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Blueberry Buckle
The blueberry buckle is a timeless classic for good reason: it’s soft, simple to prepare, and brimming with the delightful flavor of blueberries, all crowned with a sweet and rich streusel topping.
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Sourdough Chicken and Dumplings
Sourdough Chicken and Dumplings is a heartwarming dish that combines succulent chicken breasts, a richly seasoned broth, and the unique addition of sourdough dumplings. Prepare to enhance your culinary experience with a recipe that’s more than just a meal—it’s the epitome of comfort food.
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Coca Cola Cake
The Old-Fashioned Coca-Cola Chocolate Cake is a lavish Southern classic featuring a tender, soft, and airy crumb. It’s adorned with a smooth Coca-Cola frosting, adding to its indulgence. This simple recipe calls for regular Coke, making it a must-try for anyone who adores both Coca-Cola and chocolate. It promises a truly decadent chocolate cake experience.
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Bouilli or Pot au Feu Québécois
A beloved peasant dish in both France and Quebec, this meal is widely regarded as a quintessential comfort food. The French variant typically includes leeks, whereas the French Canadian version favors onions and incorporates green or yellow beans. The choice of meat also differs; in Canada, it is customary to add a piece of salted pork belly (Lard salé), a staple in Canadian stews. In contrast, the French exclusively use beef cuts and additional bone marrow.
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Guinness Beef Stew
Guinness Beef Stew embodies all the elements of a classic stew – it’s hearty, comforting, and includes the richness of Guinness and the earthiness of potatoes. Simple ingredients meld to create this treasure of a dish. This recipe offers a fundamental yet delectable take on the traditional stew.
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