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Finding piles of old documents can be a chore, but it can also be a wonderful insight into what our parents’ lives were like. Old grocery lists, army papers, or scrapbooks can be windows into the world of the past. A recent trend on social media has been making the rounds and it’s really interesting. […]

When it comes to food, it’s often true that the simplest things are best and that’s definitely the case with this Creamy Cucumber Salad. With just a few ingredients, this recipe takes the cool and crunchy cucumber and transforms it into something that’s creamy and crave-worthy. It’s still refreshing, but it’s comforting too… and a […]

Okay, we know that egg salad isn’t for everyone, but it’s something we grew up with and we absolutely love it. The creaminess of the sauce with the bite from the mustard and lemon juice, along with the smokiness of the paprika and freshness of the green onion? It’s so good, you guys! But you […]

Classics need little fanfare, but it’s hard to hold back when something is this good, like this recipe for Chicago Public School Butter Cookies. A simple short list of ingredients has just the right ratio, creating a cookie that is tender, delicate, and bursting with vanilla flavor. Photo: 12 Tomatoes Creative Team Cafeteria food isn’t […]

Toto Cookies are a classic Italian sweet that proves the simple things are sometimes the best things. These chocolate-spiced cookies have been passed down through generations, making an appearance at holiday gatherings and special occasions. With their tender, cake-like texture, deep cocoa flavor, and subtle hints of warm spice, they toe the line between a […]

Search for: Search … FOOD HOME NOSTALGIA LIFE SOCIAL 12T Cares COOKING CLASSES Dinner Eggs Gluten Milk Friendship Spaghetti Pie The perfect meal to bring to a friend! Kristy Norrell Kristy Norrell Published On: April 24, 2025 hearts When you share or print a 12 Tomatoes recipe, you’re making mealtime meaningful. 100% of the Share […]

Dessert Vegetarian Milk Gluten Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake Everything cake dreams are made of. Kristy Norrell Kristy Norrell Published On: October 15, 2025 hearts When you share or print a 12 Tomatoes recipe, you’re making mealtime meaningful. 100% of the Share to Care sponsor fees fund meals for families in need. Learn More – facebook […]

When Kate Middleton was diagnosed with cancer last year, she didn’t keep it a secret from her kids Prince George, 12, Princess Charlotte, 10, and Prince Louis, 7, who she shares with husband Prince William. The Prince of Wales recently revealed how they handled the cancer conversation with their little ones, and it’s full of […]

In decades past, when everything was done by hand, we had the tools to do it right. Along the way, we’ve left behind many of these tools in favor of newer ones or pre-made foods that require very little work. But, back in the day, our mothers and grandmothers would have relied on these gadgets […]

Gen Z slang evolves faster than most parents—and honestly, even most twenty-somethings—can keep up with. Just when you’ve learned what “rizz” means, there’s a new phrase taking over TikTok, Discord chats, and text threads. Case in point: “67.” It’s the latest viral term teens are using to describe, well, a vibe. And, it’s become so […]