Wartime recipes

These 1940s ration recipes are a look into the past and the struggles of rationing during WWII. Try one of these vintage desserts or dinner recipes today!

Thanks to rationing, shortages, and cost, home cooks had to get creative during the 1940s. Learn the history behind these iconic 1940s-era dishes and how they changed food history.

Spam and eggs are cooked in a skillet and topped with Cheddar cheese in this tasty, protein-packed scramble that's perfect for breakfast or lunch.

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These wartime recipes were staples for families during trying times. From borscht to Spam fritters to wacky cake, visit a bygone era with these basic dishes.

The 1940s were full of swing music, victory gardens and the invention of the microwave. Get a taste of the 40s with these vintage recipes that are sure to take you back!

Fish pie is always a winner, but the chefs of Fortnum & Mason have a few extra touches which elevate this recipe still further.

Tonight I cooked a full 1940’s main course and dessert for myself, my youngest daughter Em AND my eldest daughters boyfriend. I cooked a simple meal of corned beef fritters fried in dripping, served with fresh green beans and carrots and for dessert a very satisfying bread pudding served with custard Please Mum….can I have […]

Even without much sugar available, folks got creative with WWII ration recipes for some truly delicious sweet dishes! Have you ever tried molasses cookies?

The recipes in this book can help you get an idea at what is possible, it's a great addition to your preparedness cooking and food storage stockpile. - Page 2 of 12