26 Holiday Recipes from the ’50s to Bring Back Today

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26 Holiday Recipes from the ’50s to Bring Back Today1/26 Citrus-Molasses Glazed Ham 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 14 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We are always searching for new ways to utilize Florida citrus, which is plentiful during the holidays in our own backyard. I know you will enjoy this. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 5 ounces cooked ham: 272 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 1424mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 39g protein. 2/26 Plum Pudding 5 Reviews Test

In A Christmas Carol, everyone claps for plum pudding

Kitchen Approved Tiny Tim’s Plum Pudding Recipe photo by Laura Scherb for Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 30 min Servings 12 servings (1-1/2 cups sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: In A Christmas Carol, everyone claps for plum pudding. Our family has made this pudding our own tradition, and it really is something to clap for. —Ruthanne Karel, Hudsonville, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 piece with 2 tablespoons sauce: 550 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 292mg sodium, 98g carbohydrate (80g sugars, 5g fiber), 5g protein. 3/26 Hot Crab Dip 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

This rich, creamy dip is a fun appetizer to whip up for any gathering

Hot Crab Dip Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 10 min Servings about 5 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I have a large family, work full time, and coach soccer and football, so I appreciate recipes that are easy to assemble. This rich, creamy dip is a fun appetizer to whip up for any gathering. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup: 148 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 274mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein. 4/26 “Everything” Stuffing 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved “Everything” Stuffing Recipe

My family goes crazy for the stuffing that I make in the slow cooker

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 30 min Servings 9 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family goes crazy for the stuffing that I make in the slow cooker. It freezes well so we can enjoy it long after Thanksgiving has passed. —Bette Votral, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 267 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 796mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. 5/26 Standing Rib Roast 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Standing Rib Roast Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 20 min Servings

I love to prepare this recipe for special occasions

10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This standing rib roast recipe is practically foolproof. Treat your family to tender slices of standing rib roast or use the seasoning blend on a different beef roast for a hearty, delicious main dish. I love to prepare this recipe for special occasions. —Lucy Meyring, Walden, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 5 ounces cooked beef with about 3 tablespoons jus: 323 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 589mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 37g protein. 6/26 Cornmeal Parker House Rolls 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Cornmeal Parker House Rolls

My mom deserves the credit for making this recipe a family tradition

Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My mom deserves the credit for making this recipe a family tradition. These sweet, tender rolls have been on every holiday table at her house for as long as I can remember. —Lisa D. Brenner, Harrisburg, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 137 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 122mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 7/26 Molded Cranberry-Orange Salad 20 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Molded Cranberry-Orange Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time

Feel free to top with whipped cream for added appeal

20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I take this dish to potlucks during the holidays, people always ooh and aah. Feel free to top with whipped cream for added appeal. —Carol Mead, Los Alamos, New Mexico Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 154 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 21mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 8/26 Salmon Mousse 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Salmon Mousse Canapes Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 3 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe

This eye-catching dessert is guaranteed to delight holiday dinner guests

Creator: It’s so easy to top crunchy cucumber slices with a smooth and creamy salmon filling. Guests rave about the fun presentation, contrasting textures and refreshing flavor. —Barb Templin, Norwood, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 canape: 42 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 72mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 9/26 Mocha Yule Log 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This eye-catching dessert is guaranteed to delight holiday dinner guests. Chocolate lovers will lick their lips over the

yummy cocoa cake, mocha filling and frosting

yummy cocoa cake, mocha filling and frosting. For a festive touch, I garnish the log with marzipan holly leaves and berries. —Jenny Hughson, Mitchell, Nebraska Nutrition Facts: 1 slice: 341 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 130mg cholesterol, 136mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. 10/26 Braised & Creamy Vidalia Onions 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Braised & Creamy Vidalia Onions Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: In Georgia where sweet Vidalia onions are king, I make big batches of creamy onions as

a side dish for grilled chicken and beef

a side dish for grilled chicken and beef. — Elaine Opitz, Marietta, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 242 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 283mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 5g fiber), 3g protein. 11/26 Spicy Shrimp & Crab Cocktail 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Shrimp & Crab Cocktail Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 12 servings (about 9 cups) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This seafood starter is so good that it makes me love a food I usually don’t—radishes! This recipe also calls for spicy V8, but Zing

Zang Bloody Mary Mix works just as well

Zang Bloody Mary Mix works just as well. Serve the cocktail straight up, with tortilla chips or on a bed of butter lettuce. —Heidi Knaak, Liberty, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 162 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 604mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 17g protein. 12/26 Rum Balls 21 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Holiday Rum Balls Recipe photo by Kayla Widmer for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings about 2-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I make these rum balls for special occasions with my wonderful family and friends. The

treats are so easy to make and pack a festive punch

treats are so easy to make and pack a festive punch. — Diane Duschanek, Council Bluffs, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 ball: 125 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 43mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 13/26 Swedish Meatballs 59 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Swedish Meatballs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Mom fixed this Swedish meatball recipe for all sorts of family dinners, potluck suppers and PTA meetings. The scent of browning meat is intoxicating. Add to

that the sweet smell of onions caramelizing, and everyone’s mouth starts watering. —Marybeth Mank, Mesquite, Texas Nutrition Facts: 6 meatballs with 1-3/4 cups noodles and about 1/3 cup gravy: 834 calories, 33g fat (14g saturated fat), 248mg cholesterol, 1711mg sodium, 81g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 50g protein. 14/26 Cranberry Salad 83 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Cranberry Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One of my piano students taught me the perfect lesson in holiday recipes: this fresh cranberry salad. The keys

are tangy fruit, fluffy marshmallows and crunchy nuts

are tangy fruit, fluffy marshmallows and crunchy nuts. —Alexandra Lypecky, Dearborn, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 200 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 32mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. 15/26 Dilly Cheese Ball 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 2-1/2 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My whole family devours this herby cheese spread—even my son, the chef. Serve it with your favorite crackers. —Jane Vince, London, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons: 100 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 244mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g

sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein

sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein. 16/26 Green Bean Casserole 44 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Green Bean Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This green bean casserole has always been one of my favorite dishes—it’s so easy to put together! You can make it before any guests arrive and keep it refrigerated until baking time. —Anna Baker, Blaine, Washington Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 163 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 485mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 17/26 Pecan Tassies 22

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