So this recipe for Maryland Cream Waffles dates back to at least the 1940s, possibly earlier. All the reviews I have read about them indicate they are to die for and are far superior to other waffle recipes. I like to eat waffles but I am pretty bad at making them. I always seem to … Continue reading
Although this is called lemon cream cake, it is actually a pie. It sounds like a lemon custard pie, which would be nice for a summer evening, chilled and topped with a bit of whipped cream. Delicious! I might have to make this for my mother’s birthday if she will let me. :-) And, although … Continue reading
These days we don’t use uncooked eggs in icing, it just isn’t done what with all the fears of salmonella and other icky things, but you cannot beat the light and airy texture that can be obtained with an egg. I wouldn’t make this icing simply because of the egg, even with the chocolate being … Continue reading
As oatmeal cookie recipes go, this one is pretty normal. I think I like the name of the source more than anything – Mrs. Fairservice just sounds so very proper and traditional, doesn’t it? Oatmeal Cookies 2 cups B Sugar, 1/2 cup butter, 1/2 cup lard, 2 eggs, 1/2 teas cinn, cloves, allspice, nutmeg, 1/2 … Continue reading
I know I have posted various spice cake recipes in the past, and here is another. As previously stated, I like spice cake because it isn’t the same ol’ chocolate cake. With a cream cheese or vanilla buttercream icing this would be a pleasant treat. Of course this recipe, like so many vintage recipes, assumes … Continue reading
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