Vintage Eats of Kayleen Reusser
Capturing Delicious Recipes From the Past
It’s funny how the name of a recipe can attract your attention. This recipe for ‘Yorkshire Beef’ was in a Betty Crocker cookbook from 1983 (General Mills). I read through it, thinking I’d find out how the recipe got its British sounding name. Nothing. In fact, it was quite like a lot of casserole dishes... Continue Reading →
Right now, while typing this post, I’m wrapped in a woolen cap, sweater, yoga pants, socks, shoes, and fuzzy blanket. I slept during the night covered by a quilt made by my great-grandmother (handsewn and in great condition --I love it!) and a flannel blanket made by my daughter-in-law (I love her!). In case you... Continue Reading →
It’s a new year and I can't wait to see what this year has in store with exciting prospects, especially in the kitchen! This winter I’m organizing my new kitchen for ease and practicality. After moving into this home in August, I had a hard time acclimating to the kitchen. Part of the reason was... Continue Reading →
Three very ripe bananas. They lay on my counter, looking forlorn. Like any cook, I couldn't toss them. The dark color of the peel told me they were growing sweeter by the day. But they had to be used fast or that sweetness would not be good. Thankfully, I found the perfect recipe for which... Continue Reading →
This is a special blog post for me. I’ve not blogged for several months. The reason is that my husband of 44 years, John, died from prostate cancer in October. We fought the battle with that awful disease for 17 months until his poor body succumbed peacefully. I took this photo of him last year... Continue Reading →
