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Vintage Kitchen Notes

I want to encourage people to have fun in the kitchen by sharing easy baking recipes, sweet and savory, from vintage classics to family favorites, with step-by-step instructions.

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Non-Holiday Recipes for December 😍

Hello Reader, It's already December, and many are focused on holiday baking and Christmas planning. But we still have to go about our regular days, so today I'm sharing non-holiday recipes to get you through the month. No matter where you are, here are my fav recipes to have handy in the coming weeks. My favorites A bowl of hearty soup for cold days. For those (me!) who eat ice cream year-round. Not your usual muffins πŸ˜‰ Glazed lemon loaf to have with a cup of coffee or tea. My favorite carrot...

Wire rack with cinnamon sugar cider donuts.

What went on in November Hello again Reader, The first big holiday came and went, and now it's the final stretch towards the magic one, Christmas! Are you planning, baking and freezing cookies, freaking out from the tasks ahead? All of the above? I hear you. Today, I'm sharing a roundup of this month. There are several new recipes and updated old ones, as well as what's being most saved to Pinterest and what the team and I baked, as usual. Whatever season it is where you are, let's recap what...

White bowl of turkey vegetable soup.

Hello Reader, A huge thank you to my readers who make this newsletter and my blog possible! ❀️ Hope you had a fantastic Thursday with loved ones and good food, of course. What we all need today: what to do with leftovers, not only dishes like turkey and cranberry sauce, but also ingredients we bought too much of and didn't use! I'm always left with a considerable amount of nuts, apples, and pumpkin puree, and they're all put to good use. Turkey, ham, chicken and bread Most (or all) of these...

Copper pot with apple cider and sliced fruit.

Hello Reader, Every Thanksgiving, there’s that moment when someone says, β€œDo we need anything else?” And this is the part where you get to look like you had it all planned. These are the no-fuss sides and quick drinks that save the day; nothing fancy, nothing complicated, just solid recipes that taste like effort without actually requiring it. Side dishes Quick sprouts with bacon! Easy and creamy spicy cornbread. Crunchy and creamy side dish with sweet potatoes. A classic green bean dish I...

Half eaten slice of pecan maple cheesecake on a white plate.

Several new ideas (14 to be exact!) were added to the Thanksgiving recipe archive this year! All are quite easy to make and flavorful. They can grace your table and are also perfect for holiday potlucks. Most can be made ahead, so you have more time to enjoy the company of family and friends. Apps, Bread & Sides Honey-roasted side dish that will wow everyone. My personal new favorite baked beans recipe. A stunning, shareable bread cheese appetizer. Easy, fresh and crunchy holiday salad. A...

Four image collage with white, orange and browntext overlay.

Hello Reader, Yes, Thanksgiving is almost here! ⏰ Except for the whole turkey, I made a roundup of the best holiday potluck recipes on the blog. From apps to sides, drinks and desserts (of course!), there's something for everyone. Not only guests, but also easy recipes for less experienced bakers who want to impress πŸ˜‰ Thanksgiving favorites GET THE RECIPES Let me know if you make any recipes from the blog. I'd love to hear about your experience! You can leave a comment and star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️...

Glass with pumpkin cream trifle.

Hello Reader, I love traditions and baking the classics, but sometimes you want to share something new or disrupt the holiday table just a little bit πŸ˜‰ Last week, I sent you readers' favorite unconventional Thanksgiving pies. Today, I'm sharing desserts that are anything but pie, so you get the bonus of not rolling and crimping. They go from easy and no-bake to creamy with an overnight chilling, but with components or whole recipes that can be made ahead. And they're all so worth it, you...

Chocolate cream cherry tart. Gray background.

Hello Reader, I love traditions and baking the classics, but sometimes you want to share something new or disrupt the holiday table just a little bit πŸ˜‰ These pies keep that homemade holiday charm, but are twists on traditional fillings, or a few unexpected pairings that turn out to be instant crowd-pleasers. Some of our most popular pies this time of year: Ricotta pie A creamy, vintage-style pie that looks elegant but rustic. The crust is classic Italian, and the lemon filling comes together...

White and black pot of baked beans.

In case you missed them, check out our latest recipes, both new and updated ✍🏻 We regularly improve older posts with more tips, images and readers' questions. You can click the green button to get the recipe, or the link below, and save it to your Pinterest boards! Or do both πŸ˜‰ BAKED BEANS AND APPLES RICOTTA PIE WHIPPED HONEY BUTTER CHOCOLATE SUGAR COOKIES MAPLE PECAN CHEESECAKE HONEY ROASTED SWEET POTATOES OATMEAL SCOTCHIES Baked Beans & Apples - Pin and save for later! Ricotta Pie - Pin and...

Raspberry linzer cookies flat lay.

It's cookie season! As if you didn't know that already. But, since I very strongly believe there can never be too many cookie recipes (or brownies), I'm sharing our reader favorites ⭐️ Our most requested cookies A minty twist on a classic cookie. One of the most traditional cookies I make every year ✨ A must-bake cookie from my homeland. These cookies spike every holiday, though I make them year-round. Soft and glazed lemon cookies. Gorgeous cinnamon pumpkin cookies 🧑 It's not the holidays...