I have several vintage cookbooks that are my absolutely favorite things to read on a rainy day. Β There is something so relaxing about reading recipes, table setting ideas, and ways to wow your guests all from the comfort of your couch. Β And it seems the older the book, the more descriptive and detailed the ideas become. Β How to set a table for different meals throughout the day using the same centerpiece tickles some domestic part of me. Β The proper way to serve coffee following a buffet dinner or how to greet guests right when they walk in the door while making sure your dinner doesn’t burn in the oven are all fascinating tidbits to learn. Β So when it comes to having friends or family over, even if I don’t serve one recipe mentioned, I will always start by reading one of my vintage cookbooks. Β It puts me in the right frame of mind and ensures I plan the most perfect meal.
Today I wanted to share with you one fabulous meal entitled Harvest Feast. Β This comes from my Betty Crocker Hostess Cookbook from 1967. Β I adore this cookbook and am pretty sure I have read it at least 20 times with no signs of getting bored of it yet! While I have to be honest and say that I can’t see myself cooking any of these recipes (except maybe the cake), I absolutely adore the idea of having a meal focused on harvest. Β Not a Thanksgiving meal mind you, but a dinner that embraces all things warm, cozy, and autumn. Β Here are the two pages from the cookbook which outline exactly how to create your own Harvest Feast:
Any proper Harvest Feast must have the proper table setting. Β Here are few of my favorite pieces:
Natural Leaves Placement from Pier One
Pumpkin Soup Tureen from Macys
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