A Century of Fried Chicken
Recipes for crispy golden chicken from 1884 to 1982 — plus fried chicken tips and hints from Heloise and Colonel Sanders. More
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Curtis Stone’s Summer on a Plate
Take the heat off your next cookout with a light and easy one-dish dinner from our celebrity chef. More
14 Pineapple Recipes from 1914
You’ll love these 100-year-old treats — Hawaiian caramel, marmalade, fritters, and more — starring the tropical fruit. More
Curtis Stone’s Green Bean and Cherry Tomato Gratin
Curtis Stone’s Green Bean and Cherry Tomato Gratin is a delicious way to add vegetables to your diet. More
Summer Lunch by Curtis Stone
Give your midday meal a spring makeover with help from our celebrity chef. More
Five Delicious Meals for Backyard Cookery
These outdoor meals from 1948 are as crowd-pleasing now as they were then. More
30 Vintage Recipes of Delicious Dairy Delights
Wisconsin dairy farmers share home-cooked recipes. Find crumb cake, cream cake, strawberry punch, and more from America’s Dairyland, circa 1949. More
Harriet Beecher Stowe Gets a Lesson in Boiled Potatoes
In 1865, one Post columnist took issue with the way Harriet Beecher Stowe boiled potatoes. More
Frozen and Gelatinous Wonders from the 1950s Fridge
Marvelous salmon salad, jellied consommé́, soda fountain fare, and more for fans of midcentury cookery. More
Century-Old Recipes for Salads and Vinaigrettes
It’s the perfect season for salad! Try these recipes for salads, dressings, and celery fringe from the 19th-century Post. More
The Art of 1950s Party Planning
Essentials for a laid-back party in 1950: Benny Goodman swing, artfully sculpted coleslaw, and at least one hot dish. More
Ideas for an Old-Fashioned Mother’s Day Brunch
Surprise mom with fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy scrapple, and spiced pears — courtesy 1948. More
Go Bananas with These 101-Year-Old Recipes
This 1917 chef offers 13 banana recipes for everything from fritters to croquettes to bananas served with meat. More
Wrap Up a Summertime Lunch with Curtis Stone
Curtis Stone’s delicious wraps put the flavors of the Mediterranean in your hands and on your tongue. More
10 Savory Herbs to Add to Your Garden This Spring
Tips from 1943 for growing 10 fresh herbs — and how to cook with them. More
1940s Spring Party Menu
Party like it’s 1943! Try this menu from the archive, complete with recipes, tips, and a DIY centerpiece. More
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