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Vintage Kitchen Notes

I want to encourage people to have fun in the kitchen by sharing simple baking recipes with step-by-step instructions. Classic cakes, breads, desserts, pies and some savory dishes, highlighting vintage favorites for today's kitchens.

White plate with red wine poached pears.
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Monthly Roundup ⭐️ The Best of October

Notes from the October kitchen Hello again Reader, October was all apples, pears and sweet potatoes around here, and now Thanksgiving is just around the corner. If you're starting your list, my Thanksgiving recipes are all in one place. Whatever season it is where you are, let's recap the month. The one everyone baked These apple oatmeal muffins with a crunchy top more than doubled their visits this month. They were the biggest climber on the blog 🍎 One reader said: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent! I...

White chocolate and orange ghosts with candy eyes.

Hi Reader, Halloween has two kinds of people. There are the ones in capes and plastic fangs, sprinting down the block with a pillowcase. And there are the ones at home, answering the door every four minutes and wondering whether eating the candy bowl counts as dinner. This week's lineup covers both πŸŽƒ For the Little Monsters πŸ’€ Bright, a little silly, and easy enough for small hands to help with. Party-table star: spider web cookies that look much trickier than they are πŸ•ΈοΈ All the crackle of a...

Slice of tiramisu cheesecake on a white plate.

What went on in July Hello again Reader, Every month tells its own baking story, and July is usually a quiet one after cooking and baking for 4th of July celebrations. Here's a look at the recipes readers loved most, new and updated recipes I shared, and some social media favorites that took off this month. Also, I've been busy brainstorming some holiday specials. There's a poll at the end of this email, in case you want to vote ❀️ I'm always posting new reels and adding videos to recipe...

Red, white and blue pretzel rods.

Hello Reader, If you're still deciding what to make this coming weekend, you're in the right place. I love that so many classic 4th of July recipes are wonderfully unfussy. Some are colorful, some are nostalgic, and all of them are recipes I'd happily make again. They're easy to share, and exactly the kind of food people gather around. I hope you find a new favorite to bring to your holiday table. Happy Fourth! β€οΈπŸ€πŸ’™ Savory The cheeseburger you didn't know you needed. A fantastic side dish!...

Stack of iced lemon blondies, whole and bitten.

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...