Cooking my way through the 1950 edition of this Betty Crocker cookbook. My prized possession — or at least one of them — is my Betty Crocker’s Picture Cookbook. It was my grandma’s, and then it was my mom’s, and now it’s mine, and it holds an esteemed place of honor in my kitchen. (Highest … Read more
Tiramisu in a quick-cookie format. In Italian tiramisu means pick-me-up or cheer-me-up, and rightly so. Laced with a sugar-espresso soak and layered with a velvety creamy zabaglione, it’s hard not to feel like you’ve been injected with happiness. With these Tiramisu Cookies, you get all of the flavors of your classic tiramisu, but in a … Read more
A colorful bite of spring. Nothing says spring like pastels. A bouquet of hushed hues that boast a quiet but powerful vibrancy of life, blooming out of the somber, gray blanketing expanse of winter skies and piles of numbing snow. These fresh delicate hues bring a sense of levity that can only translate into a … Read more
If you’re looking for a dessert that’s as light and airy as a cloud but bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, this Strawberry Angel Cake is the perfect choice! Combining the sweetness of strawberries with the delicate texture of angel food cake, this recipe is sure to impress at any gathering or special occasion. Whether served … Read more
Sometimes the simplest recipes are also the most satisfying and impressive. Case in point – this incredibly easy slow cooker peach cobbler made with just three humble ingredients. But don’t let the short ingredient list fool you! This cobbler packs in all the sweet, fruity, caramelized flavors of an amazing homemade dessert with absolutely none … Read more
Why You’ll Love This Recipe No Added Sugar : The natural sweetness of apples pairs perfectly with the rich, slightly bitter flavor of cocoa. Weight-Loss Friendly : Low in calories but high in fiber and nutrients, this snack supports your weight-loss goals. Quick & Easy : Ready in minutes with just two ingredients—no cooking required. … Read more
Cooking my way through my grandma’s 1950 Betty Crocker Picture Cookbook. At 12 Tomatoes, we like to make casseroles out of, well, pretty much anything, so when I saw this recipe, I instantly knew we had to try it out. Cheese sandwiches made into a casserole? That sounds like exactly the kind of vintage comfort … Read more
This pie is a showstopper! The stunning purple hue of this gorgeous pie will dazzle any celebratory table. That purple color is all-natural, nothing artificial is used. And it tastes as good as it looks! Everything about this pie will capture your tastebuds, from the texture to that familiar warm spice we know to be … Read more
A vintage appetizer. If you’ve never heard of the food Hanky Panky, you probably aren’t from the midwest. This vintage appetizer has roots in Ohio, but gained popularity throughout the region, and for good reason! The combination of spicy sausage, melty cheese, and rye bread is enough to have everyone coming back from another. Whether … Read more
Golden brown on top and slightly crispy. Growing up there were only 2 ways that I would eat okra: fried or pickled. The flavor was never an issue, but it took either process for me to enjoy the texture. It doesn’t take much for these pods to become sticky and gooey, a by-product of their … Read more
