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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.

Stack of iced lemon blondies, whole and bitten.
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14 Dessert Recipes I Make on Repeat 🩷

Hello Reader, These are the recipes I personally make, again and again. They're my workhorses, the ones I know deliver every single time! πŸ™ŒπŸ» Lemon blondiesThese are insanely popular and a hit wherever I take them! Moist, with great lemon flavor and a sweet icing. Classic cheesecakeA classic that never fails. No water bath required πŸ˜‰. Top it with your favorite fruit sauce, caramel or fudge. It always works. Perfect fudge2 ingredients, a few minutes in the microwave and time in the fridge to...

Glazed braided bread, whole and sliced.

Hi Reader again, Whether you’re baking for a full Easter gathering or just want a couple of reliable recipes to have on hand, this list covers the essentials. Think make-ahead options, crowd-pleasers, and a few classics that always deliver: no surprises, just really good recipes πŸ₯³ Savory & Drinks The cutest green deviled eggs. It's called a pizza, but it's an Italian pie πŸ€·πŸ»β™€οΈ Carrots as a side dish? Of course! Easy sangria with strawberries. Make your own cured salmon! It's very easy. A...

White plate of coconut custard pie.

What went on in March Hello again Reader, The first quarter has come and gone, and it's time for our monthly recap. This year, I'm posting fewer new recipes, as you might've realized, as I'm slowly making my way back to Instagram (finally!) and adding videos to the recipe cards. Shooting videos is taking up a lot of time, let me tell you, but it turns out I really like it 😍 Whatever season it is where you are (these past two weeks have been extremely humid here, and it's not fun), let's recap...

Stack fo pancakes with syrup and strawberries.

In case you missed it, check out my latest recipe. Soft and fluffy pancakes with a unique ingredient. 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˜‰ Light, almost custardy in the center (when not overcooked), with slightly crisp edges and a richness that comes from the ricotta cheese rather than from extra butter or cream. They're creamy and soft, with a slight hint of sweetness and pair well with most of your favorite...

White cup with whipped cream.

Hello Reader, There's nothing quite as satisfying, or as heartbreaking, as whipped cream. Get it right, and it's billowy, glossy, and holds its shape like a dream. Get it wrong, and you're staring at a bowl of sad, soupy liquid, wondering where it all went. This week, I'm breaking down seven essential tips so you never have a bad batch again. The essential 7 1. Fat content matters You need heavy or heavy whipping cream with at least 36% fat. Half-and-half won't whip. Light cream will barely...

White bowl of salsa ranchera.

Hello Reader, As we eagerly await the big game this Sunday, here are some crowd-pleasing recipes that never fail and are always a hit! Ready for some action? Savory Cocktail sausages are the most requested snack! 😍 Super flavorful baked potato wedges. Chips and salsa ranchera. Skip the guac and make avocado salsa with nachos. Onion rings never fail to impress πŸ₯³ Spicy cauliflower bites if you want a healthier snack. Classic sliders that tend to disappear fast! Can't go wrong with chicken...

Ice cream topped pear cobbler serving.

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˜‰ PEAR DUMP CAKE BROWNED BUTTER SNICKERDOODLES GIN GRAPEFRUIT DRINK Pear Dump Cake - Pin and save for later! Brown Butter Snickerdoodles - Pin and save for later! Gin Grapefruit Drink - Pin and save for later! Thanks for...

Frosted cupcakes with gingerbread cookies.

What went on in December Hello again Reader, May 2026 be the best year yet! πŸŽ‰ A lot went on this last month, that's for sure! I published several new recipes but didn't update at all. It was too hectic. What I do have are the TOP 10 Recipes of 2025 in case you want to check them out 😍 Whatever season it is where you are (these past two weeks have been very hot β˜€οΈ), let's recap what went on this month. Most popular recipe Super simple chocolate nut clusters made it to the top for the first...

Highball glasses of grapefruit drinks.

Hello Reader, New Year’s Eve calls for something a bit shinier than everyday cooking, but not by much. And finger-food easy. That's why there's a New Year recipe category on the blog πŸŽ‰ For me, the big holidays are over, and this is the one that should not require much effort on your part. The kind of food that pairs well with bubbles and doesn’t mind being made ahead βœ… What I'm making Every New Year's Eve (for the past ten years or so), I get together with a group of friends and friends of...

French baguettes on a metal baking sheet.

Hello Reader, Before we jump into the next year, I love taking a moment to look back at what actually worked. These are the 10 recipes you baked, cooked, saved, shared, and came back to again and again. The ones you bookmark, bake twice in a week, or text to a friend with β€œyou have to try this.” This list is exactly that. Some are cozy classics, some were happy surprises, and all of them earned their spot here. Ten recipes that had a great year, thanks entirely to you ❀️ I'm also adding my...