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15 Classic Recipes That Stayed Good Through the Decades

By: kseniaprints · Updated: Jun 9, 2025 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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Some recipes don’t need a trend to stick around—they just stay good. These 15 dishes have been passed down, repeated, and remembered because they still hit the mark. Whether it’s comfort, flavor, or just knowing what works, they’ve earned their place through time. One taste and you remember why they never left.

A pan full of spaghetti and tomatoes on a tablecloth.
Easy Pasta Puttanesca. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Buckwheat Kasha With Camarelized Mushrooms And Onions

Three bowls of buckwheat kasha with mushrooms and greens.
Buckwheat Kasha With Camarelized Mushrooms And Onions. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Buckwheat Kasha with Caramelized Mushrooms and Onions cooks in about 30 minutes with toasted kasha, mushrooms, onions, and broth. The flavor is earthy, nutty, and balanced with sweetness from the onions. It’s simple, filling, and sticks with you. It’s a grain dish that hasn’t needed a rewrite.
Get the Recipe: Buckwheat Kasha With Camarelized Mushrooms And Onions

Chicken Marbella

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Chicken Marbella. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Chicken Marbella bakes in under an hour with chicken thighs, prunes, olives, capers, and garlic. The taste is sweet, briny, and savory with a deep marinade that does the heavy lifting. It holds up at weeknight dinners and holiday tables. It’s stayed on menus for a reason.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Marbella

Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie

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Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie takes about 90 minutes with tart apples, cinnamon, sugar, and buttery crust. The flavor is classic with a crisp top and soft fruit inside. It holds up slice after slice. It’s the dessert that defines homemade.
Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Lattice Top Apple Pie

My Grandmother's Recipe for Carrot Casserole

A delightful slice of carrot cake with a dollop of whipped cream graces a decorative black and white plate. A fork rests invitingly on the cake while a white and blue cup peeks from the background, almost like the perfect ending to a recipe for an unforgettable carrot casserole.
My Grandmother's Recipe for Carrot Casserole. Photo credit: Thermocookery.

Carrot Casserole bakes in 50 minutes using carrots, eggs, breadcrumbs, and a bit of butter. The flavor is slightly sweet and comforting with a soft, hearty texture. It’s easy to serve next to any meal. It’s one of those recipes that just keeps showing up.
Get the Recipe: My Grandmother's Recipe for Carrot Casserole

Grandma's Mashed Potato Casserole

Grandma's Mashed Potato Casserole on a tray.
Grandma's Mashed Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Dinner by Six.

Mashed Potato Casserole takes about 45 minutes with potatoes, sour cream, butter, and cheddar. The top browns while the middle stays creamy and rich. It tastes familiar in the best way. It’s a holiday dish that works on a regular weeknight.
Get the Recipe: Grandma's Mashed Potato Casserole

Pumpkin Pecan Pie

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Pumpkin Pecan Pie. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Pumpkin Pecan Pie bakes in about an hour with pumpkin puree, eggs, spices, and a layer of pecans. The texture mixes silky custard with a toasted crunch. It’s sweet, warm, and always worth a second slice. It’s two timeless desserts combined into one.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Pecan Pie

Stuffed Potato Patties With A Mushroom Filling

Three patties on a plate with rice.
Stuffed Potato Patties With A Mushroom Filling. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Stuffed Potato Patties with Mushroom Filling take about 50 minutes using mashed potatoes, mushrooms, onions, and breadcrumbs. The outside gets golden and crisp while the filling stays soft and savory. The flavor is hearty and balanced. They’ve worked for generations without needing to change.
Get the Recipe: Stuffed Potato Patties With A Mushroom Filling

Butterscotch Apple Crisp

A butterscotch apple crumble in a cast iron skillet on a wooden cutting board.
Butterscotch Apple Crisp. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Butterscotch Apple Crisp bakes in about 60 minutes with apples, oats, brown sugar, and butterscotch chips. The top crisps up while the filling turns tender and sweet. It smells like fall and tastes like comfort. It’s a go-to dessert that never lost its spot.
Get the Recipe: Butterscotch Apple Crisp

Homemade Matzo Ball Soup

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Homemade Matzo Ball Soup. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Matzo Ball Soup simmers in about an hour with broth, matzo meal, eggs, and carrots. The broth is rich and clear, and the matzo balls stay light but filling. It’s a bowl that always brings people back to the table. The recipe rarely changes because it never needs to.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Matzo Ball Soup

My Grandma's Russian Jewish Carrot Tzimmes

A white plate filled with cooked sliced carrots and prunes, with a fork on the side.
My Grandma's Russian Jewish Carrot Tzimmes. Photo credit: At The Immigrants Table.

Carrot Tzimmes cooks in about 45 minutes with carrots, sweet potatoes, dried fruit, and honey. The result is sweet, tender, and gently spiced. It’s more than a side—it’s a staple. It’s been sticking around because it works.
Get the Recipe: My Grandma's Russian Jewish Carrot Tzimmes

Homemade Kosher Dill Pickles

Homemade Kosher Dill Pickles. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Kosher Dill Pickles ferment over several days using cucumbers, garlic, dill, and saltwater brine. The crunch is strong, and the flavor is sharp, salty, and clean. They’re easy to keep eating straight from the jar. It’s the kind of recipe that gets passed down, not changed.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Kosher Dill Pickles

Russian Potato Salad (Olivier Salad)

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Russian Potato Salad (Olivier Salad). Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Russian Potato Salad mixes cooked potatoes, carrots, peas, pickles, and mayo in about 45 minutes. The flavor is creamy, tangy, and just a little sweet. It shows up on tables from holidays to potlucks. It never goes out of place.
Get the Recipe: Russian Potato Salad (Olivier Salad)

Eggplant Shakshuka

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Eggplant Shakshuka. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Eggplant Shakshuka cooks in 40 minutes with tomatoes, eggplant, garlic, and poached eggs. The flavor is bold and smoky with a warm, rich sauce. It’s simple, filling, and spooned straight from the pan. It’s been reliable for decades for good reason.
Get the Recipe: Eggplant Shakshuka

Spaghetti With Mushroom Marinara Sauce

A close up of spaghetti with meat and basil.
Spaghetti With Mushroom Marinara Sauce. Photo credit: At the Immigrant's Table.

Spaghetti with Mushroom Marinara cooks in under 45 minutes with pasta, tomatoes, mushrooms, and garlic. The sauce is deep, slightly sweet, and packed with umami. It’s familiar but feels a little more thoughtful. It’s the kind of dinner you don’t get tired of.
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti With Mushroom Marinara Sauce

Easy Pasta Puttanesca

A pan full of spaghetti and tomatoes on a tablecloth.
Easy Pasta Puttanesca. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Pasta Puttanesca comes together in 30 minutes with tomatoes, olives, capers, garlic, and anchovies. The flavor is salty, sharp, and packed with punch. It’s fast, bold, and keeps weeknight dinners interesting. It’s been hanging around kitchens for decades for a reason.
Get the Recipe: Easy Pasta Puttanesca

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