Shopping For Your 80’s Kitchen–Alf Edition
by Andrea Alf was definitely one of the hit TV shows back in the 80’s – seems everyone was watching that alien from MelMac with his love for (eating) cats! Here’s some great Alf collectibles for your kitchen from eBay. Set of 5 Vtg Alf the Alien Coffee Mugs Russ Berrie Beach Party Favorite Fun […]
Tangy Layered Dessert from Jell-O, 1987 – An 80s Recipe Test
Today we have a very easy, layered gelatin dessert! This is Tangy Layered Dessert! Tangy Layered Dessert Author: Jell-O, 1987 Serves: 6 Ingredients 1 – 3 oz pkg, any flavor, Jell-O gelatin 1 cup boiling water 7-10 ice cubes 3/4 cup drained canned pineapple 1/3 cup sour cream Instructions Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add […]
80’s Dessert Recipe Test–Libby’s Great Pumpkin Cookie
by Andrea I must admit, I am definitely a fan of the pumpkin spice stuff that comes out every year in the fall, and it gets me hankering for even more pumpkin. So, when Ruth sent me this recipe, I knew it would fit the bill for my pumpkin spice cravings! Libby’s Great Pumpkin Cookie […]
Chocolate Marshmallow Pops, 1983 – An 80’s Recipe Test
By RetroRuth This week we are having fun with yogurt and marshmallow crème! These are Chocolate Marshmallow Pops! Chocolate Marshmallow Pops Author: Borden, 1983 Ingredients 1 cup (8 oz) plain light yogurt 1/3 cup marshmallow crème 1/4 cup chocolate syrup 4 paper cups and 4 wooden popsicle sticks Instructions In blender, blend all ingredients until […]
80’s Dessert Recipe Test – Spicy Apples N’ Oats
by Andrea I’ve got the first of what’s sure to be many 80’s dessert recipe tests for you this week – Spicy Apples N’ Oats from the Panasonic Microwave Cookbook. I don’t know why they called this recipe Spicy Apples N’ Oats, which sounds a little scary. This is basically an apple crisp with some […]
Meat-Noodle Casserole – An 80s Recipe Test!
It’s time for an 80s casserole! This is Meat Noodle Casserole! This recipe is from a great book I found recently at my Goodwill, which I was very excited about. Better Homes and Gardens always has the best (and craziest) recipes. And pictures! And yes, that spaghetti pie is coming up very soon. Meat-Noodle Casserole […]
V-8’s Sweet ‘N’ Sassy, 1979 – An 80s Recipe Test
By RetroRuth This week I was feeling particularly adventurous, so I busted out my Sesame Street glass and I mixed up a fun little drink. That had V-8 in it. And maple syrup. Because, you know, that makes perfect sense. Sweet ‘N’ Sassy Author: V-8 Anyway You Like It, 1979 Ingredients 1 can (6 oz) […]
Microwave Presidential Pie, 1981 – An 80s Recipe Test
By RetroRuth Who wants to microwave a pie? Boom! This is Presidential Pie! Microwave Presidential Pie Author: Microwave Magic, 1980 Ingredients Crust: 1/4 c. butter or margarine 1 1/4 c. crushed graham crackers 1/4 c. powdered sugar 1/2 c. peanut butter Filling: 2 c. milk 1/4 c. cornstarch 2/3 c. sugar 1/4 t salt 3 […]
Ravioli Luau, 1988 – 80’s Recipe Test
By RetroRuth So. Yeah. I am kind of at a loss for words here. I made sweet and sour CANNED RAVIOLI and served it over SPINACH. It’s kind of blowing my mind. This is Ravioli Luau! Ravioli Luau Author: Chef Boyardee, 1988 Serves: 4 Ingredients 3 T red wine vinegar 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup […]
4th of July Cookies, 1989
4th of July Cookies Author: Better Homes & Gardens, 1989 Ingredients 2 cups flour 1 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp salt 3/4 cup sugar 2/3 cup shortening 1 egg 1 T milk 1 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/4 tsp yellow food coloring 1/4 tsp red food coloring 1 can vanilla frosting 1 cup finely crushed […]