40 12 1268 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/af7d45c87eca538b7ab0b4a7129bbfb1.jpg a7c376f296546ba560412dac1b8fb219 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/df5415b63dc801188731615cf3b61488.jpg 07b8f0ed861d5d7efedf8abf535cf6db https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/b3533caf7abf68c16e78341f67dfc3e9.pdf 077ee871bb293ca4ed93a99a958cfafe Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0006 - The Yetka family collection that started the project Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This was the collection that started it all. I found this posted on eBay as a large lot of recipe cards, clippings, and other cooking related materials but not box to contain them all. When I received the collection, I was hooked. There were lots of handwritten cards, typed cards, clippings glued to cards, promotional cards, and everything in between. As I worked through the archival steps on these, there were lots of little nuances that stood out. First, you’ll see quite a few cards with magazine and newspaper clippings that I’ve included. These stood out to me because there was clearly a lot of care put into cutting these out and then gluing them to cards to include in their recipe box. I find this extra time and care speaks a lot to me about the value of these clippings versus the hundreds of clippings that were simply loose in the collection. Second, there were a lot of canning and pickling related cards here. So much has changed about canning since the time period of this collection. The use of alum and lime certainly stood out as neither are recommended by the USDA anymore. Additionally, many of the recipes expected a level of knowledge about the overall process. For example, none of the cards explain the actual water bath canning tools or process. Lastly, I got to learn a whole new (to me) unit of measure, the peck. One peck is 8 dry quarts. Third, there is a type of dessert that self-separates during baking which I found completely fascinating. An example of this is “Cake Lemon Pie” (RCA0006-20260609-0111). This is high on my list of recipes to try so I can get my head better wrapped about the separation during cooking. I also spent a good bit of time polishing the recipe parsing process during this collection. The formatted versions should be more consistent going forward and I’ll be trying to capture interesting notes in the Editor’s Note section at the bottom. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alice Yetka, Martha Yetka Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-01-12 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource 3 girls, Alan Holcombe, Aletha, Alice Hill, Aunt Frances, Aunt Myrl, Belle, Bern, Betty Bangs, Betty Crocker, Betty J. Reynolds, Bridget, C. Kolar, Carol, Debbie, Eleanor Campbell, Elizabeth Gillenwater, F. S. Marrs, Frances, Frank, Frank Bates, G. White, Gail L. Becker, Gladys, Gladys Winkel, H.E. Erickson, Harriet, Henning, Hildegard, Jane Willson, Jeanne L. Holley, Joe, Josephine Brach, K.R., Kate Smith, Kephart, Kolar, L.M., Marie, Martha, Martha Yetka, Min, Minnie, Miriam B. Lao, mrs paul, Mrs. Bloom, Mrs. Dodge, Mrs. Horton, Mrs. Selmser, Mrs. Stassen, Orla, Phil, Rose Levy, Stuart, The Chef of Tiffin Inn, V.S., Vacie, Valerie Wildman Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0006 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Oregon, US Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Fried Eggplant Description An account of the resource FRIED EGGPLANT 1 medium eggplant 1 egg ¼ cup milk 1 tablespoon corn oil 1 teaspoon salt Flour 1½ cups fine dry bread crumbs Oil for frying Pare eggplant. Cut into ¼-inch slices or into sticks. Beat egg slightly, then mix in milk, 1 tablespoon oil and salt. Dip eggplant into flour, then into egg mixture. Drain well. Roll in bread crumbs, coating each piece complete- ly. Pour corn oil into skillet to depth of ¼ inch. Heat over medium heat. Fry eggplant in hot oil, turning once, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Yields 6 servings. Back: blank --- # Fried Eggplant ## Ingredients - 1 medium eggplant - 1 egg - 1/4 cup milk - 1 Tbsp corn oil - 1 tsp salt - Flour - 1 1/2 cups fine dry bread crumbs - Oil for frying ## Instructions 1. Pare (peel) eggplant. Cut into 1/4-inch slices or into sticks. 2. Beat egg slightly, then mix in milk, 1 Tbsp oil, and salt. 3. Dip eggplant into flour, then into egg mixture. Drain well. 4. Roll in bread crumbs, coating each piece completely. 5. Pour corn oil into skillet to a depth of 1/4 inch. Heat over medium heat. 6. Fry eggplant in hot oil, turning once, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes on each side. 7. Drain on paper towels. Yields 6 servings. Subject The topic of the resource eggplant egg milk corn oil salt flour bread crumbs oil Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0006-20260609-0084 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Oregon, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alice Yetka, Martha Yetka Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0006 - The Yetka family collection that started the project (eBay) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Printed pamphlet page category:Side decade:1950s ingredient:bread crumbs ingredient:eggplant method:Fried protein:Vegetarian source:RCA0006 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/eef6913e87efc1d2412decbd3da829cb.jpg 680dcf432c2b404c2f66482ec3be6a53 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/0f1b9b18c9864e9b007ae013fc6b7a63.jpg be8c49af05eaff34242aaa13bf85871e https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/7616ce480715ed910982dddaa7872728.pdf 65d6abf4e50dca6f9ea33fdd19d7d717 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0002 - Collection of Recipes Handwritten & Typed, Clipped, Cards, Pamphlet Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource A wide collection of recipes spanning the 1930s to 2000s and it appears there were possibly two collections that were combined at some point. I found the name Carol Brewer, who appears to be Carol Genevieve (Brewer) Rutledge of Adel, IA, USA. Though I also found the name Valerie C Minnoch of Sioux City, IA, USA. This collection also included a large amount of print recipes (~50), pamphlets, and a small Pennsylvania Dutch cookbook from ~1934. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0002 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Iowa, US Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-04-22 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Brenda Newberg, Carol, Carol Brewer, Clara, Dorothy, Edna Molden, Ethel, G R, Grandma, Kristina, Linda, M Rader, Mary, Mary Lou, Mrs. Corn, Mrs. Dufons, Valerie Fitzgerald, Valerie Minnoch Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Fried Rice & Shrimp Description An account of the resource FRIED RICE & SHRIMP in 1 one pan boil water for long grain rice. Add rice to water & cook till just done - (if you pinch rice is still little hard) drain & rinse rice if want - I don't. Put back on stove with lid on pan on high flame & shake like popcorn for few min. Turn off - keep covered & let cool 2nd pan has (frozen) shrimp or chicken or turkey simmer- ing in butter. & long green onion diced completely - even use the green portion when cooked, beat eggs add 3rd pan have on hot fire with about 3 vegetable oil oil hot. Whip real fast & hard for couple seconds! eggs & couple drops of water in a bowl with a fork. Pour into hot oil and egg will foam up and fry. Turn over. when cooked on both sides place on plate & cut in small squares Cook up 6 or 7 eggs - 1 at a time in this way & cut on plate in small squares. In 2nd pan which contains meat butter onions - Put the cooked rice & reheat pouring soy sauce on top mixing well. Put small squares of egg on top of mixture & mix. Place parsley on top & salt & pepper. Serve with more soy sauce ingredients 1/2 bag rice to 2 small bags of shrimp & about a dozen eggs. long green garden onions & parsley makes alot - serves about 10. Back: blank --- # Fried Rice & Shrimp ## Ingredients - Long grain rice (1/2 bag) - 2 small bags frozen shrimp (or chicken or turkey) - Butter - Long green garden onions, diced completely (including green portion) - About 3 Tbsp vegetable oil - About a dozen eggs - Couple drops of water - Soy sauce - Fresh parsley - Salt and pepper ## Instructions 1. In one pan, boil water for long grain rice. Add rice to water and cook till just done. If you pinch rice and it is still a little hard, drain and rinse rice if desired. Put back on stove with lid on pan on high flame and shake like popcorn for a few minutes. Turn off — keep covered and let cool. 2. In a 2nd pan, simmer frozen shrimp (or chicken or turkey) in butter with long green onions, diced completely — even use the green portion. When cooked, set aside. 3. In a 3rd pan, heat about 3 Tbsp vegetable oil until very hot. Whip real fast and hard for a couple seconds — beat eggs with a couple drops of water in a bowl with a fork. Pour into hot oil and the egg will foam up and fry. Turn over. When cooked on both sides, place on a plate and cut into small squares. Cook 6 or 7 eggs, 1 at a time in this way, and cut on plate into small squares. 4. In the 2nd pan which contains the meat, butter, and onions, add the cooked rice and reheat, pouring soy sauce on top and mixing well. 5. Put the small egg squares on top of the mixture and mix. 6. Place parsley on top and season with salt and pepper. 7. Serve with more soy sauce. > Makes a lot — serves about 10. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0006 - The Yetka family collection that started the project Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This was the collection that started it all. I found this posted on eBay as a large lot of recipe cards, clippings, and other cooking related materials but not box to contain them all. When I received the collection, I was hooked. There were lots of handwritten cards, typed cards, clippings glued to cards, promotional cards, and everything in between. As I worked through the archival steps on these, there were lots of little nuances that stood out. First, you’ll see quite a few cards with magazine and newspaper clippings that I’ve included. These stood out to me because there was clearly a lot of care put into cutting these out and then gluing them to cards to include in their recipe box. I find this extra time and care speaks a lot to me about the value of these clippings versus the hundreds of clippings that were simply loose in the collection. Second, there were a lot of canning and pickling related cards here. So much has changed about canning since the time period of this collection. The use of alum and lime certainly stood out as neither are recommended by the USDA anymore. Additionally, many of the recipes expected a level of knowledge about the overall process. For example, none of the cards explain the actual water bath canning tools or process. Lastly, I got to learn a whole new (to me) unit of measure, the peck. One peck is 8 dry quarts. Third, there is a type of dessert that self-separates during baking which I found completely fascinating. An example of this is “Cake Lemon Pie” (RCA0006-20260609-0111). This is high on my list of recipes to try so I can get my head better wrapped about the separation during cooking. I also spent a good bit of time polishing the recipe parsing process during this collection. The formatted versions should be more consistent going forward and I’ll be trying to capture interesting notes in the Editor’s Note section at the bottom. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alice Yetka, Martha Yetka Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-01-12 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource 3 girls, Alan Holcombe, Aletha, Alice Hill, Aunt Frances, Aunt Myrl, Belle, Bern, Betty Bangs, Betty Crocker, Betty J. Reynolds, Bridget, C. Kolar, Carol, Debbie, Eleanor Campbell, Elizabeth Gillenwater, F. S. Marrs, Frances, Frank, Frank Bates, G. White, Gail L. Becker, Gladys, Gladys Winkel, H.E. Erickson, Harriet, Henning, Hildegard, Jane Willson, Jeanne L. Holley, Joe, Josephine Brach, K.R., Kate Smith, Kephart, Kolar, L.M., Marie, Martha, Martha Yetka, Min, Minnie, Miriam B. Lao, mrs paul, Mrs. Bloom, Mrs. Dodge, Mrs. Horton, Mrs. Selmser, Mrs. Stassen, Orla, Phil, Rose Levy, Stuart, The Chef of Tiffin Inn, V.S., Vacie, Valerie Wildman Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0006 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Oregon, US Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Fried Squash Blossoms Description An account of the resource Fried Squash Flowers Pick when Blossom full open Remove the inside of Blossom Dip in Batter Deep fry Serve with salt Back: blank --- # Fried Squash Blossoms ## Ingredients ### Blossoms - 12 to 16 squash blossoms, freshly picked when fully open ### Batter - 1 cup flour - 1/2 tsp salt - 1/4 tsp pepper - 1 egg, beaten - 3/4 cup cold water or beer ### For Frying - Vegetable oil or lard for deep frying (2 to 3 inches depth) - Salt for serving ## Instructions 1. Pick blossoms when fully open, ideally in the morning before they begin to close. 2. Gently remove the stamen or pistil from inside each blossom. Shake gently to remove any insects. Do not wash if possible — if necessary, wipe gently with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. 3. Whisk together flour, salt, and pepper. Add beaten egg and cold water or beer; stir until a smooth, thin batter forms. Do not over mix. Refrigerate batter for 15 minutes if time allows. 4. Heat oil or lard in a deep pan to 350 to 375°F. 5. Dip each blossom in batter, allowing excess to drip off. 6. Fry in batches — do not crowd the pan — for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. 7. Drain briefly on paper or a clean cloth. 8. Serve immediately with salt. Subject The topic of the resource squash blossoms flour salt pepper egg water beer vegetable oil lard Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0006-20260609-0051 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Oregon, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alice Yetka, Martha Yetka Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0006 - The Yetka family collection that started the project (eBay) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Typed recipe card category:Appetizer decade:1950s ingredient:squash blossoms method:Fried protein:Vegetarian source:RCA0006 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/5d29aa61249b35862dec149535fe1d4a.jpg 538f02a38e4ee2d46caffb3e09c82124 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/ece7146780478de95e1314c81e699cbe.jpg 1b9ef6607bb71380aec8e0e74e5c8612 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/a3d5f368387b13134fcb21fdc0a52f45.pdf 3e6750ac309a0a57fca43b31f5bbc7db Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0002 - Collection of Recipes Handwritten & Typed, Clipped, Cards, Pamphlet Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource A wide collection of recipes spanning the 1930s to 2000s and it appears there were possibly two collections that were combined at some point. I found the name Carol Brewer, who appears to be Carol Genevieve (Brewer) Rutledge of Adel, IA, USA. Though I also found the name Valerie C Minnoch of Sioux City, IA, USA. This collection also included a large amount of print recipes (~50), pamphlets, and a small Pennsylvania Dutch cookbook from ~1934. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0002 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Iowa, US Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-04-22 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Brenda Newberg, Carol, Carol Brewer, Clara, Dorothy, Edna Molden, Ethel, G R, Grandma, Kristina, Linda, M Rader, Mary, Mary Lou, Mrs. Corn, Mrs. Dufons, Valerie Fitzgerald, Valerie Minnoch Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Friendship Tea Description An account of the resource From the paws of ... Friendship Tea 7 oz Tang 3/4 cup instant tea 1/2 cup Country Time Lemonade 1 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 tsp. cloves 1/2 tsp cinnamon dash of nutmeg add 1-2 teaspoons with hot water, or more Back: blank --- # Friendship Tea ## Ingredients - 7 oz Tang - 3/4 cup instant tea - 1/2 cup Country Time Lemonade - 1 1/2 cup sugar - 1/4 tsp cloves - 1/2 tsp cinnamon - Dash of nutmeg ## Instructions 1. Combine all dry ingredients and mix well. 2. Add 1–2 teaspoons of mix to hot water, or more to taste. Subject The topic of the resource Tang instant tea Country Time Lemonade sugar cloves cinnamon nutmeg Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1970s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0002-20260509-0009 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Iowa, US Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Collection of Recipes Handwritten & Typed, Clipped, Cards, Pamphlet (eBay) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Typed recipe card category:Beverage decade:1970s ingredient:cinnamon ingredient:cloves ingredient:country time lemonade ingredient:instant tea ingredient:nutmeg ingredient:tang method:Other source:RCA0002 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/3e5eb8572028c57d036e7fb19096dc35.jpg 37e231eb9d690c2c8044ee967d4eed70 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/faaace0be0fa125456923dc4f0feca15.jpg 9d9c82148c2138b78e1a8255cf3faa97 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/24292595913a4742ca5ca4b7f35f2b13.pdf 59b3b5264a50e10634a7dc00811112f8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0005 - VTG 175+ Recipes w Box Handwritten Clipped Breads Pies Casseroles Seafood Donut Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This is an interesting collection in a very cool old, weathered metal box. I’ve captured the handwritten and typed recipes along with a small few of the printed cards. This collection really runs the gamut from doughnuts to cocktails with lots of casseroles and baked goods. There are a few in here that I’ll definitely be trying out. Though, while it’s my favorite recipe in the batch, I can’t say that I’m eager to try out 'Welch’s Grape Egg Nog'. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alberta P. Thornton Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-05-10 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource A. Thornton, Alberta, Alberta P. Th, Alberta Thornton, AlCox, Alice Neal, Aunt Beth, B. Green, Bill, Carina Milman, Carrie Velano, Connie McPhail, Doris Withee, E. L. Duncan, Elinor Cook, Ernestine, Ernestine Duncan, Fales, Florence Bebber, G. Inkem, G. Smith, Gertrude Rieger, Grace Cobb, H. Lord, Hoffmann, Isabell Small, Jessie J. Davis, John W. Thornton, Josie Bryant, Kath Bagley, Laura G. Palmer, Leona Parent, Lucy H, M. Lux, Marie, Marie Gifford, Marie H, Martha, Melvin A. Kelley, Mildred Wilson, Mrs Brown, Mrs Reynolds, Mrs. Bert Collins, Mrs. Bonneau, Mrs. Ethel Rickee, Mrs. Jorko, Mrs. Morrill, Mrs. Parent, Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. S. E. Howland, Nonnie, Pauline C., Pearl, Priscilla, Richard, Robertson, Roland Booker, Ruth Chadwick, Ruth Morrell, Thornton, Vera Ganoy, W. Smith, William Crossley Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0005 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Maine, US Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Frosted Coconut Gingerbread Description An account of the resource Frosted coconut Ginger bread 1 egg. 1/2 cup sugar 2 cup sifted flour 1 egg well beaten 1 teasp. Calumet 1 egg well beaten 1/2 " soda 2/3 cup molasses 2 " ginger 3/4 " sour milk 1 " cinnamon 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 " salt 1 egg white stiffly 1/3 cup shortening 1 can Baker's coconut sift flour, measure add dry ingedients cream shortening add sugar. and cream together Back: add egg. molasses, then flour. with milk. Beat. Bake in 8x8x2- pan in moderate oven. 325- 20 minutes. then increase heat slightly to 350 for 20 " or longer. fold sugar into egg white spread on gingerbread 10 minutes before removing from oven. Sprinkle with coconut. return to oven. to brown coconut. --- # Frosted Coconut Gingerbread ## Ingredients ### Gingerbread - 2 cups flour, sifted - 1 tsp Calumet baking powder - 1/2 tsp baking soda - 2 tsp ginger - 1 tsp cinnamon - 1/2 tsp salt - 1/3 cup shortening - 1/2 cup sugar - 1 egg, well beaten - 2/3 cup molasses - 3/4 cup sour milk ### Coconut Meringue Topping - 1 egg white, stiffly beaten - 1/3 cup sugar - 1 can Baker's Angel Flake coconut (3 1/2 oz / approximately 1 1/3 to 1 1/2 cups) ## Instructions ### Gingerbread 1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease an 8x8x2 pan. 2. Sift flour, then measure. Add baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt; sift together. 3. Cream shortening and sugar together until light and fluffy. 4. Add beaten egg and molasses to creamed mixture; mix well. 5. Add flour mixture alternately with sour milk, beginning and ending with flour. Beat until smooth. 6. Pour into prepared pan. 7. Bake at 325°F for 20 minutes, then increase heat to 350°F and bake an additional 20 minutes or until nearly done. ### Coconut Meringue Topping 8. Beat egg white to stiff peaks. 9. Fold sugar into beaten egg white until just combined. 10. Spread meringue evenly over gingerbread approximately 10 minutes before removing from oven. 11. Sprinkle coconut generously over meringue. 12. Return to oven and bake until coconut is lightly toasted and meringue is set, approximately 10 minutes. 13. Cool in pan before cutting. ## Editor's Notes - **"1 can Baker's coconut"** — Baker's Angel Flake Coconut was the dominant retail coconut product of the era. Standard baking can was 3 1/2 oz, yielding approximately 1 1/3 to 1 1/2 cups loosely packed. Subject The topic of the resource flour Calumet baking powder baking soda ginger cinnamon salt shortening sugar egg molasses sour milk egg white coconut Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0005-20260528-0107 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Maine, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alberta P. Thornton Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0005 - VTG 175+ Recipes w Box Handwritten Clipped Breads Pies Casseroles Seafood Donut (eBay) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten recipe card category:Dessert decade:1950s ingredient:cinnamon ingredient:coconut ingredient:ginger ingredient:molasses method:Baked protein:Vegetarian source:RCA0005 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/07def395c949d9194076fdb21f14d2d0.jpg 978200a5cf53ec12f1cd1b657936eb73 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/8d4aa7cc4140f721da84fc994c5af183.jpg 8c3e68a0d4423a61c877f3f18672b832 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/f8aeb41dad004044ecbc76be27439eee.pdf 1da5a60cd9119752aaf35de079062190 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0003 - VTG LG Wood Recipe Box Dove Tail w/Metal Hinges Full Of Recipes & Handwritten Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This is a collection I found on eBay that turned out to have a lot of really interesting aspects to it. Some of the cards had the 'recipe from the kitchen of' filled in with names and even dates which gives a ton of history and context. Additionally, this collection had some interesting nuances. Firstly, there was one card (0015 - Molded Ambrosia) where the instructions on the rear of the card were partly documented with some kind of short hand. I was not able to decipher the short hand, but with AI help, I was able to suss out the instructions. Additionally, there are a number of repeated recipes in the collection. This hints at a few possibilities. The two main ideas to me are either recipes were requested from the original cooks more than once, or more than one collection was combined over time. 0005, 0031, and 0032 are great examples of this. Two of the recipes (0005 and 0031) are for 'Corn Cakes' and note that the recipe is from Edna Fausz. Edna is also mentioned on a recipe (0032) for 'Cloud Light Pancakes' which shows as being from the kitchen of Alice Gall. This seems to imply that for 'Cloud Light Pancakes' Alice got the recipe from Edna originally, wrote it down and applied her label and then sent the card to Paula. The other two (0005/0031) were also originally from Edna and sent by way of Alice to Paula. These links are what make these collections so much more than just the recipes. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Paula Guffey Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-05-04 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0003 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Indiana, US Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Aileen Landreth, Alice Gall, Allie, Alma Ashbridge, Barb Hawkins, Bea Vail, Bertha Dansman, Betty, Billie Schild, Bob, Carol Ross, Charlotte, Dell, Doris Mahon, Dorothy Perkins, Edna Fausz, Ellie Lively, Eura Lee Armstrong, Frances Welles, Freda Adolph, Gladys Ward, Helen, I. Stewart, Jane Eller, Jerry, Jim, Joan Herber, Joan Herr, Kay Winter, Lillian, Margie Zinke, Marilyn Randall, Mildred Kauffman, Mrs. Sasser, Mrs. Willis Waller, Nita, Olga, Paula Guffey, Peg Grant, Rae Anne, Ruth, Ruth Henderson, Ruth Jacobs, Stracks, Sue Plummer, Tillie Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Frosted Fruit Bars Description An account of the resource Frosted Fruit Bars 1 pkg. Date Bar Mix 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/4 C. hot water 1 C. seedless raisins 1 egg 1 C. mixed candied 1/2 tsp. cinnamon fruit 1/2 C. chopped nuts Heat oven to 400°. To the date bar mix add the remaining ingredients; mix until blended. Spread in greased 15x10" pan. Bake 15 min. Frost while warm with thin frosting made by blending 1 1/2 C. sifted confectioners sugar Back: with 3 tbsp. cream and 1 tsp. vanilla. Cut into 4 dozen bars. Frances Welles --- # Frosted Fruit Bars ## Ingredients - 1 pkg. Date Bar Mix - 1/4 cup hot water - 1 egg - 1/2 tsp cinnamon - 1/2 tsp nutmeg - 1 cup seedless raisins - 1 cup mixed candied fruit - 1/2 cup chopped nuts ## Frosting - 1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners sugar - 3 Tbsp cream - 1 tsp vanilla ## Instructions 1. Heat oven to 400°. 2. To the date bar mix add the remaining ingredients; mix until blended. 3. Spread in greased 15x10" pan. 4. Bake 15 minutes. 5. Blend confectioners sugar with cream and vanilla to make a thin frosting. 6. Frost while warm. 7. Cut into 4 dozen bars. Subject The topic of the resource date bar mix hot water egg cinnamon nutmeg seedless raisins candied fruit nuts confectioners sugar cream vanilla Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0003-20260513-0088 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Indiana, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Paula Guffey Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0003 - VTG LG Wood Recipe Box Dove Tail w/Metal Hinges Full Of Recipes & Handwritten (eBay) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Frances Welles Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten on printed card category:Dessert decade:1950s ingredient:candied fruit ingredient:date bar mix ingredient:nuts ingredient:raisins method:Baked protein:Vegetarian source:RCA0003 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/199de42a944fadaa63b5f8528b4452e5.jpg cf37b9eaf1e0ce1247d4f49bbfd4c211 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/9774d520a18a5619aea0c919dfbb6655.jpg c25a638121bcfa153b1dff867b7bd6cf https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/6fd873e0edf314ab7418ef6061b1d1eb.pdf ac9e845df25694f68c7a12f6a812c8a7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0005 - VTG 175+ Recipes w Box Handwritten Clipped Breads Pies Casseroles Seafood Donut Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This is an interesting collection in a very cool old, weathered metal box. I’ve captured the handwritten and typed recipes along with a small few of the printed cards. This collection really runs the gamut from doughnuts to cocktails with lots of casseroles and baked goods. There are a few in here that I’ll definitely be trying out. Though, while it’s my favorite recipe in the batch, I can’t say that I’m eager to try out 'Welch’s Grape Egg Nog'. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alberta P. Thornton Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-05-10 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource A. Thornton, Alberta, Alberta P. Th, Alberta Thornton, AlCox, Alice Neal, Aunt Beth, B. Green, Bill, Carina Milman, Carrie Velano, Connie McPhail, Doris Withee, E. L. Duncan, Elinor Cook, Ernestine, Ernestine Duncan, Fales, Florence Bebber, G. Inkem, G. Smith, Gertrude Rieger, Grace Cobb, H. Lord, Hoffmann, Isabell Small, Jessie J. Davis, John W. Thornton, Josie Bryant, Kath Bagley, Laura G. Palmer, Leona Parent, Lucy H, M. Lux, Marie, Marie Gifford, Marie H, Martha, Melvin A. Kelley, Mildred Wilson, Mrs Brown, Mrs Reynolds, Mrs. Bert Collins, Mrs. Bonneau, Mrs. Ethel Rickee, Mrs. Jorko, Mrs. Morrill, Mrs. Parent, Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. S. E. Howland, Nonnie, Pauline C., Pearl, Priscilla, Richard, Robertson, Roland Booker, Ruth Chadwick, Ruth Morrell, Thornton, Vera Ganoy, W. Smith, William Crossley Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0005 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Maine, US Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Frosting Description An account of the resource Frosten 3 tablesp Milk 3 " " sugar (granulated) 2 teasp butter 3 tablesp cocoa cook on stove all to gether until boil - cook a little then add enough Powder sugar to be stiff a soft frosten . B. Green Mar - 3, 1956 Back: blank --- # Frosting *From B. Green, Mar 3, 1956* ## Ingredients - 3 Tbsp milk - 3 Tbsp granulated sugar - 2 tsp butter - 3 Tbsp cocoa - Powdered sugar, enough to stiffen ## Instructions 1. Combine milk, granulated sugar, butter, and cocoa in a saucepan. 2. Cook on stove together until boiling. 3. Cook a little longer, then remove from heat. 4. Add enough powdered sugar to make a stiff, soft frosting. Subject The topic of the resource milk granulated sugar butter cocoa powdered sugar Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource March 3, 1956 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0005-20260528-0026 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Maine, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alberta P. Thornton Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0005 - VTG 175+ Recipes w Box Handwritten Clipped Breads Pies Casseroles Seafood Donut (eBay) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource B. Green Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten recipe card category:Dessert decade:1950s ingredient:cocoa method:Stovetop source:RCA0005 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/fb7f02e8b7ab45902a6bab5234e3fba5.jpg abc9dc8169d4d4cdc55f5371f72c9b95 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/c6689b45b5dcfbba933fba4cc00334b6.pdf bf5d32dbf1c61ef5deb7adad7a80cd66 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0005 - VTG 175+ Recipes w Box Handwritten Clipped Breads Pies Casseroles Seafood Donut Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This is an interesting collection in a very cool old, weathered metal box. I’ve captured the handwritten and typed recipes along with a small few of the printed cards. This collection really runs the gamut from doughnuts to cocktails with lots of casseroles and baked goods. There are a few in here that I’ll definitely be trying out. Though, while it’s my favorite recipe in the batch, I can’t say that I’m eager to try out 'Welch’s Grape Egg Nog'. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alberta P. Thornton Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-05-10 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource A. Thornton, Alberta, Alberta P. Th, Alberta Thornton, AlCox, Alice Neal, Aunt Beth, B. Green, Bill, Carina Milman, Carrie Velano, Connie McPhail, Doris Withee, E. L. Duncan, Elinor Cook, Ernestine, Ernestine Duncan, Fales, Florence Bebber, G. Inkem, G. Smith, Gertrude Rieger, Grace Cobb, H. Lord, Hoffmann, Isabell Small, Jessie J. Davis, John W. Thornton, Josie Bryant, Kath Bagley, Laura G. Palmer, Leona Parent, Lucy H, M. Lux, Marie, Marie Gifford, Marie H, Martha, Melvin A. Kelley, Mildred Wilson, Mrs Brown, Mrs Reynolds, Mrs. Bert Collins, Mrs. Bonneau, Mrs. Ethel Rickee, Mrs. Jorko, Mrs. Morrill, Mrs. Parent, Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. S. E. Howland, Nonnie, Pauline C., Pearl, Priscilla, Richard, Robertson, Roland Booker, Ruth Chadwick, Ruth Morrell, Thornton, Vera Ganoy, W. Smith, William Crossley Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0005 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Maine, US Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Frosting Description An account of the resource Frosting - 2 tablesp. water 4 1/2 " granulated sugar 2 1/3 cups sifted confec. sugar 1 egg 2/3 cup spry 1 teasp. vanilla Boil water & granulated sugar 1 minute Beat conf. sugar with egg and combine above mixture Add spry vanilla Beat until creamy Back: blank --- # Frosting ## Ingredients - 2 Tbsp water - 4 1/2 Tbsp granulated sugar - 2 1/3 cups sifted confectioners sugar - 1 egg - 2/3 cup Spry - 1 tsp vanilla ## Instructions 1. Boil water and granulated sugar for 1 minute. 2. Beat confectioners sugar with egg and combine with the above mixture. 3. Add Spry and vanilla. 4. Beat until creamy. Subject The topic of the resource water granulated sugar confectioners sugar egg Spry vanilla Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1930s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0005-20260528-0147 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Maine, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alberta P. Thornton Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0005 - VTG 175+ Recipes w Box Handwritten Clipped Breads Pies Casseroles Seafood Donut (eBay) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten recipe card category:Dessert decade:1930s ingredient:spry method:Stovetop source:RCA0005 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/d9cbd5d3c13ee0691642d45f3680ff8d.jpg b010970b57bcadc774b1b288609e8852 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/c6686d22ae16fd27d62b3cb04ba60f6c.jpg a7132c019772384c70d945305167a73a https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/5c6f004f5ad5099a09c8e9ae38023a64.pdf ad4b801e124915bb79abe884ccd69f63 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0005 - VTG 175+ Recipes w Box Handwritten Clipped Breads Pies Casseroles Seafood Donut Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This is an interesting collection in a very cool old, weathered metal box. I’ve captured the handwritten and typed recipes along with a small few of the printed cards. This collection really runs the gamut from doughnuts to cocktails with lots of casseroles and baked goods. There are a few in here that I’ll definitely be trying out. Though, while it’s my favorite recipe in the batch, I can’t say that I’m eager to try out 'Welch’s Grape Egg Nog'. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alberta P. Thornton Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-05-10 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource A. Thornton, Alberta, Alberta P. Th, Alberta Thornton, AlCox, Alice Neal, Aunt Beth, B. Green, Bill, Carina Milman, Carrie Velano, Connie McPhail, Doris Withee, E. L. Duncan, Elinor Cook, Ernestine, Ernestine Duncan, Fales, Florence Bebber, G. Inkem, G. Smith, Gertrude Rieger, Grace Cobb, H. Lord, Hoffmann, Isabell Small, Jessie J. Davis, John W. Thornton, Josie Bryant, Kath Bagley, Laura G. Palmer, Leona Parent, Lucy H, M. Lux, Marie, Marie Gifford, Marie H, Martha, Melvin A. Kelley, Mildred Wilson, Mrs Brown, Mrs Reynolds, Mrs. Bert Collins, Mrs. Bonneau, Mrs. Ethel Rickee, Mrs. Jorko, Mrs. Morrill, Mrs. Parent, Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. S. E. Howland, Nonnie, Pauline C., Pearl, Priscilla, Richard, Robertson, Roland Booker, Ruth Chadwick, Ruth Morrell, Thornton, Vera Ganoy, W. Smith, William Crossley Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0005 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Maine, US Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Frosting for Cake or Pie Description An account of the resource Frosting for Cake or Pie - Leona- Mrs. Parent 2 egg white ½ cy. white Karo Beat eggs a little — and add syrup and beat good. for cakes - Pies Lemon - chocolate white cake - chocolate June 1922 Lawsegarding Married to America Back: blank --- # Frosting for Cake or Pie *From Mrs. Leona Parent* ## Ingredients - 2 egg whites - 1/2 cup white Karo syrup ## Instructions 1. Beat eggs a little. 2. Add syrup and beat good. ## Notes Suitable for: cakes and pies — Lemon, Chocolate, White Cake, Chocolate *June 1922 — Lawsegarding — Married to America* Subject The topic of the resource egg whites white Karo syrup Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource June 1922 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0005-20260528-0025 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Maine, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Alberta P. Thornton Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0005 - VTG 175+ Recipes w Box Handwritten Clipped Breads Pies Casseroles Seafood Donut (eBay) Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Leona Parent Mrs. Parent Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten recipe card category:Dessert decade:1920s ingredient:karo syrup method:No-bake source:RCA0005 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/f9a2feef2bda10ab983c454d2cdc5232.jpg 777d4b24f1784d82532bfc05475f0e99 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/edfd325db26b37381e48d403b0a5ac8f.jpg 87da5f0ae1e0dc89288caa5e768302de https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/fe7a50a4d910bdbd95f021c9dd49c06d.pdf 31eea0a364a10ee2f3246a91fcbb577a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0003 - VTG LG Wood Recipe Box Dove Tail w/Metal Hinges Full Of Recipes & Handwritten Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This is a collection I found on eBay that turned out to have a lot of really interesting aspects to it. Some of the cards had the 'recipe from the kitchen of' filled in with names and even dates which gives a ton of history and context. Additionally, this collection had some interesting nuances. Firstly, there was one card (0015 - Molded Ambrosia) where the instructions on the rear of the card were partly documented with some kind of short hand. I was not able to decipher the short hand, but with AI help, I was able to suss out the instructions. Additionally, there are a number of repeated recipes in the collection. This hints at a few possibilities. The two main ideas to me are either recipes were requested from the original cooks more than once, or more than one collection was combined over time. 0005, 0031, and 0032 are great examples of this. Two of the recipes (0005 and 0031) are for 'Corn Cakes' and note that the recipe is from Edna Fausz. Edna is also mentioned on a recipe (0032) for 'Cloud Light Pancakes' which shows as being from the kitchen of Alice Gall. This seems to imply that for 'Cloud Light Pancakes' Alice got the recipe from Edna originally, wrote it down and applied her label and then sent the card to Paula. The other two (0005/0031) were also originally from Edna and sent by way of Alice to Paula. These links are what make these collections so much more than just the recipes. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Paula Guffey Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-05-04 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0003 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Indiana, US Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Aileen Landreth, Alice Gall, Allie, Alma Ashbridge, Barb Hawkins, Bea Vail, Bertha Dansman, Betty, Billie Schild, Bob, Carol Ross, Charlotte, Dell, Doris Mahon, Dorothy Perkins, Edna Fausz, Ellie Lively, Eura Lee Armstrong, Frances Welles, Freda Adolph, Gladys Ward, Helen, I. Stewart, Jane Eller, Jerry, Jim, Joan Herber, Joan Herr, Kay Winter, Lillian, Margie Zinke, Marilyn Randall, Mildred Kauffman, Mrs. Sasser, Mrs. Willis Waller, Nita, Olga, Paula Guffey, Peg Grant, Rae Anne, Ruth, Ruth Henderson, Ruth Jacobs, Stracks, Sue Plummer, Tillie Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Frosty Fruit Bars Description An account of the resource FROSTY FRUIT BARS (5 doz.) Mix together ½ cups shortening 1 cup sugar 1 egg 1 tbsp. grated orange rind Stir in 1/4 cup pineapple or orange juice. Sift together and stir in 2½ cups flour 1 tsp. soda ½ tsp. salt ½ tsp. cinnamon ½ tsp. nutmeg (over) Back: Mix in 1 cup seedless raisins 1 cup mixed candied fruit ½ cup chopped nuts Bake on greased cooky sheet. 10 to 12 mins. 400 degrees. --- # Frosty Fruit Bars Makes 5 dozen ## Ingredients - 1/2 cup shortening - 1 cup sugar - 1 egg - 1 Tbsp grated orange rind - 1/4 cup pineapple or orange juice - 2 1/2 cups flour - 1 tsp baking soda - 1/2 tsp salt - 1/2 tsp cinnamon - 1/2 tsp nutmeg - 1 cup seedless raisins - 1 cup mixed candied fruit - 1/2 cup chopped nuts ## Instructions 1. Mix together shortening, sugar, egg, and grated orange rind. 2. Stir in pineapple or orange juice. 3. Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then stir into the wet mixture. 4. Mix in seedless raisins, mixed candied fruit, and chopped nuts. 5. Drop onto a greased cookie sheet. 6. Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Subject The topic of the resource shortening sugar egg orange rind pineapple juice orange juice flour baking soda salt cinnamon nutmeg seedless raisins candied fruit nuts Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0003-20260513-0052 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Indiana, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Paula Guffey Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0003 - VTG LG Wood Recipe Box Dove Tail w/Metal Hinges Full Of Recipes & Handwritten (eBay) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Typed recipe card category:Dessert decade:1950s ingredient:candied fruit ingredient:cinnamon ingredient:nutmeg ingredient:orange rind ingredient:raisins method:Baked protein:Vegetarian source:RCA0003 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/01866576502df1bc10dd7eef5cfda0d7.jpg e4475058cc05c67286c88dc598def1d4 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/0138800b38fb64e83da3f84efc400b15.jpg d7a47b96dbc003743eda8e409120a03f https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/fc453d74cc8ddfc0f411288cb3004079.pdf 1b093455df6bf8ab5a7ff4582c15e862 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0003 - VTG LG Wood Recipe Box Dove Tail w/Metal Hinges Full Of Recipes & Handwritten Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource This is a collection I found on eBay that turned out to have a lot of really interesting aspects to it. Some of the cards had the 'recipe from the kitchen of' filled in with names and even dates which gives a ton of history and context. Additionally, this collection had some interesting nuances. Firstly, there was one card (0015 - Molded Ambrosia) where the instructions on the rear of the card were partly documented with some kind of short hand. I was not able to decipher the short hand, but with AI help, I was able to suss out the instructions. Additionally, there are a number of repeated recipes in the collection. This hints at a few possibilities. The two main ideas to me are either recipes were requested from the original cooks more than once, or more than one collection was combined over time. 0005, 0031, and 0032 are great examples of this. Two of the recipes (0005 and 0031) are for 'Corn Cakes' and note that the recipe is from Edna Fausz. Edna is also mentioned on a recipe (0032) for 'Cloud Light Pancakes' which shows as being from the kitchen of Alice Gall. This seems to imply that for 'Cloud Light Pancakes' Alice got the recipe from Edna originally, wrote it down and applied her label and then sent the card to Paula. The other two (0005/0031) were also originally from Edna and sent by way of Alice to Paula. These links are what make these collections so much more than just the recipes. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Paula Guffey Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-05-04 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0003 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Indiana, US Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Aileen Landreth, Alice Gall, Allie, Alma Ashbridge, Barb Hawkins, Bea Vail, Bertha Dansman, Betty, Billie Schild, Bob, Carol Ross, Charlotte, Dell, Doris Mahon, Dorothy Perkins, Edna Fausz, Ellie Lively, Eura Lee Armstrong, Frances Welles, Freda Adolph, Gladys Ward, Helen, I. Stewart, Jane Eller, Jerry, Jim, Joan Herber, Joan Herr, Kay Winter, Lillian, Margie Zinke, Marilyn Randall, Mildred Kauffman, Mrs. Sasser, Mrs. Willis Waller, Nita, Olga, Paula Guffey, Peg Grant, Rae Anne, Ruth, Ruth Henderson, Ruth Jacobs, Stracks, Sue Plummer, Tillie Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Frosty Strawberry Squares Description An account of the resource Frosty Strawberry Squares 1 Cup sifted all-purpose flour 1/4 Cup brown sugar 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts 1/2 cup butter or margarine - melted 2 egg whites 2/3 cup gran. sugar 1 - 10 oz pkg. frozen strawberries 2 T lemon juice 1 Cup whipping cream whipped (Cool - whip) Back: Stir together 1st - 4 ingredients - spread evenly in shallow baking pan - (9 x 12/13). Bake at 350° 20 mins - stirring occasionally. Sprinkle 2/3 of Crumbs in 9x13 pan. Combine egg whites, sugar, berries & lemon juice in lg. bowl, with elect. beaters. Beat at high speed till stiff peaks - a good 10 mins. Fold in whipped cream. Spoon over crumbs - top with remain crumbs. Freeze 6 hrs. or over night. Cut in sqs. No need to take out early before serving. --- # Frosty Strawberry Squares ## Ingredients - 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour - 1/4 cup brown sugar - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts - 1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted - 2 egg whites - 2/3 cup granulated sugar - 1 - 10 oz pkg. frozen strawberries - 2 Tbsp lemon juice - 1 cup whipping cream, whipped (Cool Whip) ## Instructions 1. Stir together the first 4 ingredients. Spread evenly in a shallow baking pan (9 x 13). Bake at 350° for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2. Sprinkle 2/3 of the crumbs in a 9 x 13 pan. 3. Combine egg whites, sugar, berries, and lemon juice in a large bowl with electric beaters. Beat at high speed until stiff peaks form — a good 10 minutes. 4. Fold in whipped cream. 5. Spoon mixture over crumbs. Top with remaining crumbs. 6. Freeze 6 hours or overnight. 7. Cut in squares. No need to take out early before serving. Subject The topic of the resource all-purpose flour brown sugar walnuts butter margarine egg whites granulated sugar frozen strawberries lemon juice whipping cream cool whip Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0003-20260513-0137 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Indiana, US Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Paula Guffey Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0003 - VTG LG Wood Recipe Box Dove Tail w/Metal Hinges Full Of Recipes & Handwritten (eBay) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten recipe card category:Dessert decade:1950s ingredient:strawberries ingredient:walnuts ingredient:whipping cream method:No-bake protein:Vegetarian source:RCA0003 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/649b44830b2556921bdc7abe31b6f646.jpg 99e8a51f5857c9c742df72d3668ba5b9 https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/60faa1672dfcfe492e800d8bc1f534d0.jpg bdc1c6d1cc0a9be8cb4cbdad24eeab9a https://recipecardarchive.com/files/original/8db320100357d91cd5ce061d0fe958c1.pdf 32cf9bbbc15ff90f8dde245254109e0d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource RCA0007 - Vintage Handwritten Recipe Card Collection w/ Metal Recipe Box 60+ Recipes Subject The topic of the resource Cooking Recipe Cards Description An account of the resource A small, but interesting collection. The cards in this box spanned from classic recipes, to soap, to DIY bee pollen to keep your bees alive until they can start harvesting their own pollen. There were also some repeated recipes and, of those, the Sour Milk Pancakes stood out. There are two versions of that recipe in the collection. Sour Milk Pancakes is the older version and expects that cooks have soured milk on hand. Later on, the recipe was updated to use buttermilk instead. From what I can find online, this transition happened as home refrigeration became more common. Prior to homes having a refrigerator, milk would sour fairly quickly and would then be used for the acid in recipes like this rather than having the sour milk go to waste. Another standout recipe in this set is Sukiyaki (for 100 People). The scale of this recipe indicates that this collection was built by someone who would cook for large events. There are also a few other recipes, like Punch, that are scaled for a crowd. One of the recipes (Chicken Casserole) is attributed to 'Pres. and Sis. Kimball' which could indicate members of the Church of Latter-Day Saints. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived eBay Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2026-06-05 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Anne Davis, Dardsley, Dunstone, Edna Stockman, Eva Croshaw, Florence Harting, Glenn, Granny, Jane Adams, John Harting, Lena, Lynden, Mar, Margaret Gossler, Mary Quantrell, Mrs. Ralph W. Snyder, Mrs. Search, Nell, Phelen, Pres. & Sis. Kimball, Tommie, Tommie Lytle Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Handwritten and typed recipe cards; clipped recipes Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Collection Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0007 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Idaho, US Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Frozen Cocktail Mixture Description An account of the resource Frozen Cocktail Mixture Juice of 3 oranges and 3 lemons 2 mashed bananas Boil together 3 cups sugar and 3 cups water. Pour over fruit mixture and freeze. Put in cocktails dishes or fruit cups and pour gingerale or 7 Up over it to serve. Card 1 Back: blank --- # Frozen Cocktail Mixture ## Ingredients - Juice of 3 oranges - Juice of 3 lemons - 2 mashed bananas - 3 cups sugar - 3 cups water - Ginger ale or 7 Up (to serve) ## Instructions 1. Combine juice of 3 oranges and 3 lemons with 2 mashed bananas in a bowl. 2. Boil together 3 cups sugar and 3 cups water to make a simple syrup. 3. Pour the hot syrup over the fruit mixture. 4. Freeze until solid. 5. To serve, place scoops into cocktail dishes or fruit cups and pour ginger ale or 7 Up over the top. Subject The topic of the resource oranges lemons bananas sugar water ginger ale 7 Up Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1950s Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RCA0007-20260618-0069 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Idaho, US Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Personal/Family Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived RCA0007 - Vintage Handwritten Recipe Card Collection w/ Metal Recipe Box 60+ Recipes (eBay) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Typed recipe card category:Dessert decade:1950s ingredient:bananas ingredient:lemons ingredient:oranges method:No-bake source:RCA0007