(This cookbook draws from authentic 19th- and early-20th-century public-domain sources, fully adapted and rewritten for modern kitchens. Bring the warmth, flavor, and nostalgia of America’s past into your modern kitchen.) Holiday Meals Grandma Made invites you to rediscover the classic American holiday dishes enjoyed between 1850 and 1930 — from slow-roasted meats to hearty sides, cozy breads, festive soups, and old-time sweets that filled homes with comfort and joy. This collection transforms genuine historic recipes into easy, reliable modern versions using today’s kitchen tools and ingredients, all while preserving the authentic flavors that made Grandma’s holiday meals unforgettable. Inside you’ll find complete holiday menus built around traditional meats — turkey, ham, beef, venison, lamb, fish, and chicken — along with their essential accompaniments: • Hearty Holiday Meats • Butter-roasted turkey with herb dressing • Brown sugar holiday ham • Slow-braised beef roast • Glazed lamb, baked fish, and more • Country Sides & Vegetables • Mashed potatoes, skillet vegetables, heirloom green beans • Vintage casseroles, gravies, and pan sauces • Cozy Holiday Breads • Sweet rolls, buttermilk biscuits, and savory loaves • Old-Time Desserts & Candies • Spiced puddings, jelly rolls, cakes, cookies, and festive candies • Holiday Soups & Starters • Warm, inviting soups inspired by historic American households Every recipe includes: • Clear modern instructions • Easy-to-find ingredients • Standard U.S. measurements • Serving sizes for holiday gatherings • Notes preserving the original historical context Whether you're honoring family traditions, building new ones, or simply love the charm of old-time cooking, this book makes it easy to bring vintage American holiday meals back to life. Perfect for home cooks, history lovers, vintage recipe collectors, homesteaders, and anyone who misses the unforgettable flavors of Grandma’s kitchen.