During the Depression, scarce resources and frugal mindsets forced home cooks to get creative during the holidays, but the recipes they devised out of necessity deserve a second look in times of ...

"Wacky cake is made without milk or eggs and is a moist, dark, and delicious chocolate cake," says Allrecipes member Mary ...

People handing out food during the Great Depression. Many of the meals made by American families during the Great Depression initially gained popularity because they were affordable and filling — ...

It's been almost a century since the Great Depression, and these meals are making a comeback of sorts, thanks in no small ...

Mock Apple Pie - The Ultimate Kitchen Magic Trick Imagine biting into what tastes like a classic American apple pie, complete ...

When it comes to baking, those classic recipes that existed long before you (or even your parents) were born always seem to circle back. This is especially true with Depression-era recipes like wacky ...

Old Timey Christmas Nuggets Cookie Recipe This Depression era recipe shows that hard times didn't mean that all fun and celebration stopped. Not at all! Christmas Nuggets 3 cups flour 2 teaspoons ...

Instant coffee powder enhances the rich flavor of this cake, but if you don't have any on hand, the cake will still be delicious. White vinegar is key: the acid activates the baking soda to help the ...