Seven authentic recipes dating back to the colonial days that will make your Thanksgiving truly traditional. Included: turkey, green beans, and more!

Onion Pie Recipe, A Colonial Williamsburg Favorite From The 18th Century Recipe Converted For the 21st Century Cook

Food, glorious food, we’re anxious to try it… Okay, okay, I won’t sing anymore, but this is going to be fun and drool-inducing! I’ve been cooking since I was about 10 years old. As a cub scout, I had to cook three meals for my cooking badge (yes, that is a thing). These three meals ... Read more

How can you make the Revolutionary War for children in a way that is both appealing and fun to understand? With a recipe, of course!

Enjoy these recipes from 17th and 18th century colonial Virginia.

Contents Wondering what people ate in colonial times? In this article, we’ve provided nine different American Revolution recipes you can make at home, so you can find out what food was like during the Revolutionary War. We’ve included breakfast items, snacks soldiers might have eaten, lunch/dinner options, and desserts as well. These recipes allow you ... Read more

A delicious old-fashioned recipe for Molasses Cookies with coconut and oatmeal from Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the Little House book series.

As you're learning about the Pilgrims and Native Americans, spend some time learning about the support the American Indians gave to the pilgrim colonists, specifically their experience in growing corn, a crucial food staple. As part of your history lesson, research corn recipes and make these delicious dishes. We loved the spoonbread! Make early American history exciting and work on an important life skill with your middle schooler. #USHistory #history

Reminiscent of hot chocolate from the days of the early American colonies, this Colonial Hot Chocolate incorporates the traditional warm spices for an old-fashioned, nostalgic, and absolutely delicious flavor.

Lightly sweetened, buttery, fresh yams with orange and nutmeg.