Oldies But Goodie Recipes We Still Love

Goodies from the past always have a special place in our hearts, and there's nothing like those classic recipes that stand the test of time. These oldies bring back memories and flavors that remind us of simpler days spent with family and friends. Get ready to enjoy some great dishes perfect for bringing nostalgia into your kitchen and delighting everyone at the table.

Old Fashioned Cinnamon Rock Candy

Two glass jars filled with red peppermint bark, tied with red ribbon bows, on a burlap cloth with cinnamon sticks, evergreen branches, and a red ornament in the background. — Cinnamon Rock Candy. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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This Cinnamon Rock Candy is dressed up in red and is a festive sweet treat bursting with the perfect spicy cinnamon flavor. A jar of this candy makes a fantastic gift!
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Peach Pandowdy

Sweet and juicy with a flaky crust, say hello to spiced Peach Pandowdy—such a delicious treat! This old-fashioned dessert features fresh, ripe peaches topped with a buttery, flaky pie crust.
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Lemon Cake Pie

A slice of lemon pie with raspberry sauce on a plate. — Lemon Sponge Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

It's a cake and a pie all in one dessert. Try this easy-to-make Lemon Cake Pie for a fruity treat known as an Amish Sponge Pie; you get a flaky pie crust and lemon custard topped with a thin layer of lemon cake.
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Pie Crust Tarts

A group of pastries on a cooling rack. — Jam Pie Crust Tarts. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pie dough and your favorite jam are all needed to make these Pie Crust Tarts, that bake up golden brown and crispy. You can even use leftover pie dough.
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Apple Cranberry Galette

A pie with apples and cranberries on a wooden board. — Apple Cranberry Galette. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This easy-to-make rustic Apple Cranberry Galette is a delicious fall favorite dessert with a buttery flaky crust filled with fresh apple slices and tart cranberries. No pie dish is required for this free-form pie.
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Butterscotch Pie

A pie is sitting on a plate with whipped cream. — Butterscotch Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This classic Butterscotch Meringue Pie is an old-fashioned favorite. It is perfect for those who want something rich, creamy, and indulgent. This vintage pie recipe is always a crowd-pleasing dessert.
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Baked Sausage and Sauerkraut

A grilled sausage on a bed of sauerkraut, garnished with chopped chives, served on a black plate. A small bowl of herbs is in the background. — Baked Sausage and Sauerkraut. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb

My favorite Baked Sausage and Sauerkraut Recipe made with homemade sausages, and sauerkraut with its tanginess is one dish you will enjoy even if you are not fond of actual sauerkraut. Try this easy-to-make meal for an old-fashioned meal.
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Sugar Cream Pie

I’m excited to share this amazing Classic Sugar Cream Pie recipe. It’s rich, creamy, and, I have to say it, absolutely decadent. Plus, it’s a Hoosier classic!
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Pecan Tassies

A cup of tea with a selection of pecan tarts and spilled nuts on a table with a red patterned napkin. — Pecan Tassies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These homemade Pecan Tassies are delightful mini pecan pies in a smaller form. You'll need a mini muffin pan and plenty of pecans to create these tarts.
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Apple Cream Scones

Bake this delicious buttery, tender Irish Apple Cream Scones for a quick and simple breakfast treat or afternoon snack. Grab your favorite apples and make these easy-to-make recipes featuring pat-in-the-pan dough.
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Overnight Raised Waffles

A stack of waffles topped with two strawberries, powdered sugar, and syrup on a white plate. — Raised Waffles-Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Give these Overnight Raised Waffles a try, made with yeast that results in a light and crispy exterior with a creamy interior. Prepare the batter the night before and place it in the fridge for an ideal breakfast on Sunday morning.
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Sausage Egg Hashbrown Casserole

A homemade casserole with a sausage and vegetable topping, served on a wooden table. — Breakfast Sausage and Egg Casserole. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Savor our delicious breakfast sausage hashbrown casserole, combining savory sausages and golden hashbrowns for a flavorful and satisfying morning meal. This old fashion breakfast dish is hearty and filling.
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Triple Ginger Cookies

Gingerbread cookies on a cooling rack. — Triple Ginger Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Take a classic ginger cookie and kick it up a notch! The trick is to load it with even more ginger. These Triple Ginger Cookies pack in not one, but three kinds of ginger, plus some awesome spices like cloves and nutmeg for that extra zing.
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Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

A person is dipping a spoon into some thumbprint cookies with jam. — Pecan Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These little bite-sized jammy Pecan Thumbprint Cookies have a delicious buttery brown sugar flavor everyone loves and a tender crumb melts in your mouth. These old-fashioned cookies are still a favorite today.
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Nutmeg and Pecan Braided Bread

Sliced cinnamon raisin bread loaf on a white surface. — Pecan Nutmeg Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake this delicious egg-enriched Nutmeg and Pecan Bread, which is fluffy inside and golden brown outside and topped with a pretty braid. I promise you won't miss the cinnamon.
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Salisbury Steak with Mushrooms

Plate of Salisbury steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, mushrooms, and garnished with chopped parsley. — Salisbury Steak with Mushrooms. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

Savor the meaty and delish Salisbury Steak with practically no carbs, a win-win, and a vintage favorite. Serve over mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.
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Easy Homemade Biscuits

Two freshly baked biscuits on a white cloth with yellow stripes, with more biscuits and condiments blurred in the background. — Homemade Biscuits. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Homemade biscuits from scratch are easy to make and can be on your table in 30 minutes. Made with pantry ingredients that take minutes to stir, cut and bake. Tender biscuits are always a favorite to pair with your breakfast with jam, or you evening bowl of soup.
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Strawberry Jam Tart

Close-up of a slice of almond cake topped with powdered sugar and almond slices on a white plate with a black-handled fork. — Strawberry Bakewell Jam Tart. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Make this easy vintage Jam Tart for dessert. It's filled with strawberry jam and almond frangipane nestled inside a flaky tart crust, making it a simple dessert that tastes amazing. If you're British, you know this as a Bakewell Tart.
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Old Fashioned Cherry Strudel

Close-up of a slice of strudel with a flaky crust and a rich brown filling, placed on a wooden surface next to a knife. — Old Fashioned Cherry Strudel. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska

This Old Fashioned Cherry Strudel recipe is filled with dried cherries, grated apples, ginger, cinnamon, and orange zest. Once it’s all rolled up in the thinnest hand-rolled pastry dough you’ll be the star baker in your family!
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