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{All}{Appetizers}{Soups}{Salads}{Mains}{Sides}{Condiments}{Desserts}Dec 182024Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed Mushrooms

This appetizer recipe comes from Simple French Cookery, published in 1958.

Dec 172024Shchi
Shchi

This hearty soup features a rich broth made with beef simmered with vegetables like carrots and cabbage.

Dec 162024Chicken Cadillac
Chicken Cadillac

Party Eats, published in 1923, provides this creamy appetizer recipe that combines chicken, ham, and delicate asparagus.

Dec 152024Plum Pudding (II)
Plum Pudding (II)

Plum pudding, often referred to as “figgy pudding” in Christmas carols, originated in medieval England.

Dec 142024Morels in Sour Cream
Morels in Sour Cream

This rich side dish highlights the earthy flavor of fresh morel mushrooms.

Dec 132024Green Salad with Cucumber
Green Salad with Cucumber

Cookery provides a wide variety of even the simplest dishes so that home cooks can master the basics.

Dec 122024Cranberry Sherbet
Cranberry Sherbet

Sherbet is a frozen dessert usually made with fruit purée, dairy (like milk or cream), egg whites or gelatin.

Dec 112024Apple and Tomato Salad
Apple and Tomato Salad

This refreshing salad combines the natural sweetness of crisp apple slices with the juicy tang of fresh tomatoes.

Dec 102024Stewed Mutton-Chops
Stewed Mutton-Chops

The Economical Cook Book (1905) recommends this recipe for mutton chops; the term “lamb” is used loosely in the United States, and often refers to an adult sheep.

Dec 092024Roasted Duck
Roasted Duck

Roasting duck without the skin significantly reduces its fat content and calorie count.

Dec 082024Caesar Dressing
Caesar Dressing

Our robust version of this dressing boasts a powerful garlic flavor.

Dec 072024Sauce Verte
Sauce Verte

A Bride’s Cookbook (1962) recommends this sauce for chilled fish, particularly salmon.

Dec 062024Remembrance Fruitcake
Remembrance Fruitcake

The Romans are believed to be the first to enjoy fruitcake, with recipes dating back to around 100 A.D.

Dec 052024Potato Refrigerator Rolls
Potato Refrigerator Rolls

Enjoy the comforting taste of home with these soft and fluffy potato rolls.

Dec 042024Junket
Junket

This recipe comes from the “England” menu of Banquets of the Nations, published in 1911.

Dec 032024Cranberry-Orange Bundt Cake
Cranberry-Orange Bundt Cake

Bundt cakes are baked in a ring-shaped pan with a hollow center, creating their signature appearance.

Dec 022024Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Spicy Sausage and Broccoli
Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Spicy Sausage and Broccoli

These gnocchi are not only vibrant and flavorful; they also come together quickly and easily.

Dec 012024Cream of Watercress Soup
Cream of Watercress Soup

The American Family Cook Book (1963) provides this simple recipe.

Nov 302024Veal Birds
Veal Birds

The name is a bit quirky, but fear not!

Nov 292024Chicken Soup
Chicken Soup

With a Saucepan Over the Sea, published in 1902, includes a recipe for this most famous of soups.

Nov 282024Almond Sandwiches
Almond Sandwiches

This retro sandwich is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a light lunch.

Nov 272024Crème de Menthe Squares
Crème de Menthe Squares

The Oreo made its debut in 1912 in Hoboken, New Jersey.

Nov 262024Crab au Gratin
Crab au Gratin

Crab au Gratin is a delightful blend of creamy crabmeat and melted cheese.

Nov 252024Zalbarsciai
Zalbarsciai

The Russian Cookbook shares a version of this Lithuanian soup.

Nov 242024Creamed Sardines and Eggs
Creamed Sardines and Eggs

Don't underestimate the mighty sardine.

Nov 232024Green Salad in Sour Cream with Eggs
Green Salad in Sour Cream with Eggs

This is a classic, creamy salad that’s perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

Nov 222024Stuffed Onions
Stuffed Onions

Hospitality, published in 1922, offers a simple preparation of this frugal side dish.

Nov 212024Apple and Celeriac Salad
Apple and Celeriac Salad

Don't underestimate the celeriac.

Nov 202024Mutton Venison
Mutton Venison

This Mutton Venison recipe delivers a hearty main course.

Nov 192024Béarnaise Sauce
Béarnaise Sauce

A Bride’s Cookbook (1962) features a recipe for Béarnaise Sauce.

Nov 182024Poached Fresh Salmon with Egg Sauce
Poached Fresh Salmon with Egg Sauce

Salmon are not only delicious to eat, but are remarkable fish.

Nov 172024Brandy Sauce
Brandy Sauce

In the legendary Banquets of the Nations (1911), the “England” menu features this dessert sauce.

Nov 162024Basic Roast Turkey
Basic Roast Turkey

Real Simple features a great recipe for a simple roast turkey.

Nov 152024Cast Iron Cornbread Dressing
Cast Iron Cornbread Dressing

Cornbread has quite a bit of history.

Nov 142024Soupe Julienne
Soupe Julienne

Soupe Julienne (or Julienne Soup) is a light and flavorful broth filled with finely “julienned” vegetables.

Nov 132024Chou-Fleur à la Polonaise
Chou-Fleur à la Polonaise

A World of Good Eating (1951) features this cauliflower preparation.

Nov 122024Queen Soup
Queen Soup

Queen Soup is crafted with a rich blend of almond and poultry stock, and bread as a thickener.

Nov 112024Ambrosia Salad
Ambrosia Salad

Ambrosia Salad is a classic, creamy dessert with a tropical flair.

Nov 102024Lobster Newburg
Lobster Newburg

Simple French Cookery (1958) includes a recipe for this classic appetizer.

Nov 092024Belorussian Cold Borshch
Belorussian Cold Borshch

Cold borscht is a simple and delicious treat that is usually consumed in hot weather.

Nov 082024Tartare Sandwiches
Tartare Sandwiches

This recipe is for a Tartare Sandwich, although it does not refer to the raw meat preparation that we normally associate with “Tartare.”

Nov 072024Mushrooms in Sour Cream
Mushrooms in Sour Cream

We’ve translated a selection from The Book on Delicious and Healthy Food, published in the USSR in 1962.

Nov 062024Oyster Stuffing for Turkey
Oyster Stuffing for Turkey

Approximately half of Americans choose to fill their roasted birds with stuffing or dressing.

Nov 052024Apple and Beetroot Salad
Apple and Beetroot Salad

This vibrant salad is a refreshing and light meal on its own.

Nov 042024Stuffed Leg of Mutton
Stuffed Leg of Mutton

The Economical Cook Book of 1905 reveals a dish that seems downright royal in our modern era.

Nov 032024Hollandaise Sauce
Hollandaise Sauce

The origins of this famous sauce trace back to France, where it was first known as Sauce Isigny.

Nov 022024Egg Sauce
Egg Sauce

This simple egg sauce is a delightful accompaniment to roasted meats, fish, and vegetables.

Nov 012024Plum Pudding (I)
Plum Pudding (I)

This dessert recipe comes from the epic Banquets of the Nations, published in 1911.

Oct 312024Vegetable Chowder
Vegetable Chowder

This recipe comes from The American Family Cook Book, published in 1963.

Oct 302024Polish Salad
Polish Salad

To keep your lettuce fresh, avoid storing it near fruits like apples and bananas.

Oct 292024Egg Soup
Egg Soup

This classic, comforting Egg Soup is elegant in its simplicity.

Oct 282024Meat and Potato Patties
Meat and Potato Patties

These patties come to us via Taste of Home.

Oct 272024Mock Pâté de Foie Gras
Mock Pâté de Foie Gras

Considered a delicacy in French cuisine, Foie Gras is prized for its smooth texture.

Oct 262024Borshchok
Borshchok

This is a beet soup that is simpler than your traditional Borscht.

Oct 252024Alsatian Salad
Alsatian Salad

This recipe comes from Good Salads and Salad Dressings, published in 1948.

Oct 242024Roasted Leg of Mutton
Roasted Leg of Mutton

A sheep in its first year is called a lamb, while a juvenile would be a hogget.

Oct 232024White Wine Sauce for Fish
White Wine Sauce for Fish

This delicate white wine sauce is perfect for pairing with poached fish.

Oct 222024White Sauce
White Sauce

This sauce comes from the “New England” section of Betty Crocker’s Dinner for Two Cook Book.

Oct 212024Vegetable Soup
Vegetable Soup

Lima beans thrive in warmer climates, and they're packed with B vitamins.

Oct 202024Bacon Roll-Ups
Bacon Roll-Ups

A classic appetizer, these bite-sized treats feature crispy bacon wrapped around a flavorful bread mixture.

Oct 192024Pitter
Pitter

This recipe comes from the “Poland” section of A World of Good Eating, published in 1951.

Oct 182024Purée Jackson
Purée Jackson

The word “purée” originates from the French verb “purer,” meaning “to strain” or “to purify.”

Oct 172024Céleri Rémoulade
Céleri Rémoulade

Céleri Rémoulade is a classic French appetizer, featuring crisp celery stalks.

Oct 162024Belorussian Borshch
Belorussian Borshch

This iteration of Borscht comes from The Russian Cookbook, published in 1967.

Oct 152024Stewed Leg of Mutton
Stewed Leg of Mutton

Mutton is a relatively healthy meat that offers a wide range of health benefits.

Oct 142024Vegetable Broth (II)
Vegetable Broth (II)

This light and refreshing broth is a perfect base for soups, but it can also be enjoyed on its own.

Oct 132024Vegetable Broth (I)
Vegetable Broth (I)

This is the first version of vegetable broth from The American Family Cook Book (1963).

Oct 122024Poached Fish
Poached Fish

Poaching is a gentle cooking method.

Oct 112024Icebox Cake
Icebox Cake

The Icebox Cake first appeared in the 1920s.

Oct 102024Barszcz
Barszcz

The name “Barszcz”' originates from the Old Slavonic term “borsht,” meaning “hogweed.”

Oct 092024Petite Marmite
Petite Marmite

This recipe for soup stock begins with simmering bone-in beef and herbs.

Oct 082024Moules Marinières
Moules Marinières

The instructions for this classic dish come from Simple French Cookery, published in 1958.

Oct 072024Simple Russian Borshch
Simple Russian Borshch

Borshch, sometimes spelled Borscht, is a hearty beef soup.

Oct 062024Boiled Leg of Mutton
Boiled Leg of Mutton

Mutton, or meat from sheep aged at least one year, is known for its robust taste and deep red hue.

Oct 052024Sautéed Fish
Sautéed Fish

The phrase “à la meunière” means “in the style of the miller.”

Oct 042024Creole Soup
Creole Soup

This soup recipe gets a spicy kick from cayenne pepper and horseradish.

Oct 032024Family Favorite Oatmeal Cookies
Family Favorite Oatmeal Cookies

Fannie Merritt Farmer is recognized as the creator of the first oatmeal cookie recipe in the United States.

Oct 022024Caraway Pork Chops
Caraway Pork Chops

This pork chop preparation comes from the 1951 collection, A World of Good Eating.

Oct 012024Cocka Leekie
Cocka Leekie

This rich and flavorful soup features tender leeks, chicken broth, and chunks of cooked chicken.

Sep 302024Tomato Okra Stew
Tomato Okra Stew

Okra doesn't get the attention that it deserves.

Sep 292024Calvados Glazed Roast Duck with Apple Sauce
Calvados Glazed Roast Duck with Apple Sauce

The star of this rich and flavorful dish is a roasted duck, served here with a decadent sauce.

Sep 282024Paprika Chicken
Paprika Chicken

Although this recipe is reminiscent of many Hungarian preparations, this one is located in the “Poland” section.

Sep 272024Green Tomato Soup
Green Tomato Soup

This classic comfort food has a hint of onion, a creamy texture, and a tangy flavor.