15 Depression-Era Desserts That Hold up Nearly 100 Years Later

Made with basic kitchen staples, this old-fashioned buttermilk pie pairs a creamy, custard-like filling with a flaky pastry ...
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Looking Back At Weird Depression Era Foods From Tomato Soup Cake To Water Pie

During World War I and the Great Depression, regular staple pantry ingredients were scarce, so folks had to get creative.
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Depression era pantry staples grandma used that still save US kitchens

Depression-era pantry staples still help modern kitchens save money, waste less food, and cook filling meals from simple ingredients. The post Depression Era Pantry Staples Grandma Used That Still ...

The Popular Brunch Food With Roots That Stretch Back To The Great Depression

Brunch is a meal that many people enjoy, especially on the weekend. There is a very popular food eaten at brunch that was ...
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Chocolate depression cake: It’s not what you think!

When times are tough, we have to find joy and deliciousness wherever we can. Our chocolate Depression cake recipe invites us ...
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Depression stole her drive to cook. Recipes like this curry brought it back.

Someone in my family once told me, “I don’t believe in depression.” It was a startling statement, insulting to those of us who have experienced depressive episodes, and my reply was quick and sharp: ...
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Cooking School a big hit in Depression-era Rochester

Patrons attending the final day of the annual Post-Bulletin Cooking School in 1936, left with door prizes ranging from potted plants, a 49-pound sack of flour, a large baked ham, an electric mixer and ...