Old Fashioned Recipes that Never Go Out of Style

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These old fashioned recipes prove the saying, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” This huge collection features sticky buns, classic cakes, savory casseroles, soups, Salisbury steak, and more. Every recipe could be described as “just like mom used to make.”

Old Fashioned Pork Roast (Slow Cooker)

A plate of mashed potatoes and gravy next to a slice of old fashioned meatloaf. — Old Fashioned Pork Roast With Vegetables And Gravy (Slow Cooker). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This easy Old Fashioned Pork Roast with Vegetables and Gravy (Slow Cooker) recipe is so full of flavor. Tender pork roast smothered in a wonderful gravy.
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The Best Old Fashioned Burger

Three hamburgers with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions on sesame seed buns, inspired by old-fashioned recipes. — The Best Old Fashioned Burger. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Our go-to hamburger recipe for years and the best old fashioned burger recipe. My husband skips the breadcrumbs and egg. I include them. Both are delicious!
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Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe

A stack of golden-brown crab cakes garnished with fresh parsley and cherry tomatoes, inspired by old-fashioned recipes. — Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe is so easy and super tasty! Use fresh salmon fillet or canned salmon combined with onions, mustard, mayo, crumbs and more!
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Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes Recipe

An old-fashioned biscuit served on top of a bed of ground beef and vegetable mixture. — Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This old fashioned sloppy joes recipe combines the sweet and savory flavors of sloppy joes with rich, buttery biscuits for an easy 20 minute dinner.
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Grandma’s Old Fashioned Fudge Recipe

Grandma's holiday-themed peanut butter fudge squares topped with festive sprinkles. — Grandma’s Old Fashioned Fudge Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Grandma’s old fashioned fudge recipe combines delicious flavors, nostalgia, and ease in equal measure. Get all the flavor without all the work
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Old Fashioned Cream Of Broccoli Soup

Bowl of broccoli cheddar soup topped with shredded cheese, with bread and a striped towel beside it—a cozy classic inspired by Old Fashioned Recipes. — Old Fashioned Cream Of Broccoli Soup. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This simple recipe shows you how to make an easy, healthy, old fashioned cream of broccoli soup, with or without cheese in it.
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Old Fashioned Crunchy Apple Bake

A plate of old fashioned apple crumble with raisins. — Old Fashioned Crunchy Apple Bake. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Baked apples and raisins with a crunchy oatmeal and pecan streusel topping. This recipe for Old Fashioned Crunchy Apple Bake is incredibly delicious.
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Old Fashioned Salisbury Steak With Onion Gravy

Old fashioned sliced meatloaf with brown gravy on a plate. — Old Fashioned Salisbury Steak With Onion Gravy. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Salisbury Steak with onion gravy is classic comfort food. This homemade Salisbury Steak recipe with onion and mushroom gravy is a winner!
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Grandma’s Old Fashioned Fruit Salad

Bowl of creamy fruit salad with grapes and chocolate chips, accompanied by a banana, apple, and pear on a wooden table. — Grandma’s Old Fashioned Fruit Salad. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Grandma’s old fashioned fruit salad with mayonnaise is easily my favorite holiday fruit salad. This creamy fruit salad recipe comes together quickly with just some fresh fruit, chocolate chips for added sweetness, and a 2-ingredient dressing.
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Old Fashioned Cucumbers And Onions In Vinegar

Bowls of old-fashioned cucumber salad with dill and red onion on a table with scattered wooden tokens. — Old Fashioned Cucumbers And Onions In Vinegar. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Old-fashioned cucumbers and onions in vinegar make the perfect summertime cucumber and onion salad. So easy to make and refreshing to eat.
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Easy No Bake Old Fashioned Chocolate Pie

A slice of creamy chocolate pie with whipped cream and chocolate shavings on top, served on a plate with a fork. — Easy No Bake Old Fashioned Chocolate Pie. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This no-bake old fashioned chocolate pie recipe is rich, creamy, and so chocolatey. It has all the flavor and texture of chocolate mousse with far less effort.
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Old Fashioned Roasted Chicken

A whole roasted chicken on a platter. — Roasted Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The key to the best holiday roasted chicken might lie in the simplicity of the recipe. Also ideal for a regular weeknight dinner when you want something a little fancier, this no-fuss, one-pot whole chicken is a real winner.
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Old Fashioned Lasagna

A plate of baked lasagna with a fork and basil. — Lasagna al Forno. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This lasagna al forno is an authentic Italian dish bursting with rich meaty flavors, homemade bechamel sauce, veggies and more.
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Old Fashioned American Goulash

A pot full of American chop suey with a wooden spoon. — American Chop Suey (American Goulash). Photo credit: xoxoBella.

American chop suey is a delicious dish that’s popular in the New England region. Also known as American goulash, this dish is meaty and tasty.
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Old Fashioned Stewed Beef

Beef Stewed with Mushrooms, Red Wine and Bacon. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Boeuf bourguignon is one of the best French recipes. This flavourful beef recipe combines the meat with red wine for an exquisite dish. This dish is sometimes called beef burgundy. It is a version of Julia Child’s boeuf bourguignon aka beef bourguignon and a great alternative to a traditional beef stew recipe.
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Old Fashioned Braised Chicken

Coq au vin, or chicken braised in red wine, is a simple French dish. The slow braise gives this delicious chicken dinner a rich taste.
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Mom’s Old Fashioned Stovetop Pot Roast

A plate of old-fashioned pulled beef with mashed potatoes, gravy, and sliced carrots. — Mom’s Old Fashioned Stovetop Pot Roast. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Mom’s Best Easy Stovetop Pot Roast recipe cooks a moist, tender beef pot roast with gravy from scratch for a family dinner everyone will love.
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Grandma Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie Recipe

A slice of pumpkin pie from Grandma's recipes, topped with whipped cream on a white plate. — Grandma Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This grandma old fashioned sweet potato pie recipe really is just like grandma used to make. Every bite is sweet nostalgia!
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Old Fashioned Apple Turnover Recipe

A basket of freshly baked pies, crafted from old-fashioned recipes, wrapped in a green cloth with fruits and a cup of tea in the background. — Old Fashioned Apple Turnover Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This old fashioned apple turnover recipe is easy to make and it includes crispy puff pastry and sweet apple middle.
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No Bake Cookies With Old Fashioned Oats And Caramel

A stack of three homemade, old fashioned oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. — No Bake Cookies With Old Fashioned Oats And Caramel. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Caramel no bake cookies are a winner any time. These easy no bake preacher cookies with old fashioned oats have a caramel twist that everyone loves.
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The Best Old Fashioned Fresh Apple Cake

A slice of old fashioned apple cake topped with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce on a plate. — The Best Old Fashioned Fresh Apple Cake. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

The Best Old Fashioned Fresh Apple Cake recipe is so easy, moist, full of fresh apples, nuts, raisins, cinnamon and is the best recipe ever!
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Grandma’s Old Fashioned Caramel Sticky Buns

Homemade sticky buns from Grandma's recipes, topped with caramel and chopped nuts on a wooden cutting board. — Grandma’s Old Fashioned Caramel Sticky Buns. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Old fashioned sticky buns are caramel pecan rolls, with or without nuts. These cinnamon caramel sticky buns are perfect for any occasion!
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Scalloped Potato Beef and Mushroom Shepherd’s Pie

A savory spoonful of shepherd's pie in a casserole dish. — Scalloped Potato Beef and Mushroom Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Comfort food at it’s finest, this Scalloped Potato Beef and Mushroom Shepherd’s Pie puts a heartier spin on the classic. Ground beef, onions, and diced veggies are mixed with chopped mushrooms, then topped with mashed potato, then another layer of scalloped potatoes.
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Old-Fashioned Zucchini Squash Casserole Recipe

A plate of old-fashioned zucchini casserole topped with melted cheese and garnished with fresh herbs. — Old-Fashioned Zucchini Squash Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This old-fashioned zucchini squash casserole recipe is so easy to make and is perfect for family dinners or holidays!
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Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding Cake Recipe

Old fashioned layered coconut cake with caramel drizzle and fruit topping on a wooden cake stand. — Old-Fashioned Banana Pudding Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This banana pudding cake recipe is filled with tender cake, tasty pudding, and rich frosting. It’s a banana and cake lover’s dream!
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Old-Fashioned Hamburger Casserole

Close-up of an old-fashioned creamy baked dish with melted cheese on top. — Old-Fashioned Hamburger Casserole. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

An easy recipe, old-fashioned hamburger casserole relies on creamy canned soup and a few other simple ingredients for its flavor and texture!
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Old-Fashioned Ham And Bean Soup

A bowl of old-fashioned bean soup with diced carrots, celery, and ham, garnished with parsley. — Old-Fashioned Ham And Bean Soup. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Old-fashioned ham and bean soup is a hearty meal for cold days. Filled with ham, beans, carrots, and celery, hambone soup will be a favorite.
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Grandma’s Surprise Onion Soup Bread (1968)

A slice of bread with butter on a plate, featuring a butter knife and a green cloth in the background, ready to be enjoyed with Grandma's recipes. — Grandma’s Surprise Onion Soup Bread (1968). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Grandma’s Surprise Onion Soup Bread (1968) is your new favorite bread. The cheesy onion flavor tastes amazing and the aroma while bread is baking is heavenly.
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Bella Bucchiotti

Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.