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A simple summer supper born from what was already in the kitchen. Roasted Campari tomatoes, onion and garlic meet leftover whipped goat cheese to create a creamy, wonderfully easy sauce for pasta—because sometimes what remains from one meal becomes the beginning of another.
Slow-roasted tomatoes, creamy whipped goat cheese, crisp crostini, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze come together in this simple Tomato Confit Crostini—a beautiful summer appetizer made for easy entertaining.
Celebrate peach season with this French-inspired dessert featuring juicy peaches, a creamy filling, and a flaky pastry shell finished with a glossy apricot glaze. Perfect for warm afternoons and leisurely summer gatherings.
Some recipes are worth gathering around more than once. This refreshed Zucchini Ribbon Salad combines delicate ribbons of fresh zucchini with lemon vinaigrette, Parmesan, toasted almonds, herbs, and crisp breadcrumbs for an elegant summer side perfect for warm afternoons.
Delicate sweet cherries, buttery pastry, and a classic French frangipane filling come together in this elegant summer tart inspired by Le Cordon Bleu Summer Cookery. Perfect for afternoon tea, garden gatherings, or a quiet moment with a cup of coffee.
French Country Ham Quiche is inspired by the rustic meals and leisurely garden tables featured in Sunset Country French Cooking. Made with ham, asparagus, scallions, and a blend of cheeses baked into a rich custard, this From Scratch Sensations recipe is perfect for brunch, luncheon, or a simple supper.
A vintage shrimp salad from Charleston Recipes Repeats (1986). Combining pasta shells, shrimp, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing, this simple coastal luncheon recipe is perfect for summer suppers, warm-weather gatherings, and nostalgic afternoons by the sea.
A century of cream cheese tradition, reimagined for the modern table. These Centennial Cherry Cheesecake Squares — inspired by Philadelphia’s 1981 Centennial Cookbook — blend nostalgic charm with a creamy, cherry-topped finish worthy of every celebration.
A 1959 Better Homes & Gardens St. Patrick’s Day menu revisited. This Gilded Table feature pairs a comforting stovetop corned beef and cabbage supper with playful Emerald Isle Dessert Cups — cool mint cream nestled in chocolate shells for a cheerful mid-century finish.
A quietly unforgettable cookie from the vintage recipe box. These Philly Chippers — originally published in the 1981 PHILADELPHIA Brand Cream Cheese Cookbook — bake up tender, rich, and softly golden with pockets of chocolate in every bite. A nostalgic cream cheese cookie that feels right at home beside a cup of coffee and a well-loved kitchen tin.
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