Some recipes were built to last. In a ’70s kitchen, dishes browned deeply, sauces simmered slow, and timing mattered. We keep the crisp edges, tender centers, and bold flavor that made them reliable in the first place. Expect classics that cook strong, taste right, and still earn a spot at the table today.

A bowl of mushroom and beef soup with noodles, inspired by classic recipes, garnished with herbs and a dollop of sour cream, served in a patterned dish with a spoon.
Beef Stroganoff Soup Recipe. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

Chicken Pot Pie For Two

Pot pie made for two with flaky crust.
Chicken Pot Pie For Two. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Flaky crust gives way to creamy chicken and vegetables underneath. It’s the kind of comfort we still carve into with confidence.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie For Two

Oven Roasted Sausage Skillet With Vegetables

Sausage skillet roasted with vegetables in hot oven.
Oven Roasted Sausage Skillet With Vegetables. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Sausage and vegetables roast together until caramelized at the edges. Simple, hearty, and built for a full plate.
Get the Recipe: Oven Roasted Sausage Skillet With Vegetables

Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole

Tuna casserole baked creamy with noodles and breadcrumbs.
Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Tender noodles and tuna bake into a creamy, golden-topped casserole. This was weeknight reliability at its peak.
Get the Recipe: Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole

Steak with Mushroom Cream Sauce

Seared steak topped with creamy mushroom sauce served hot on a cast iron skillet.
Steak with Mushroom Cream Sauce. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Seared steak finished with rich mushroom cream sauce. It dressed up dinner without leaving the house.
Get the Recipe: Steak with Mushroom Cream Sauce

Fisherman’s Stew

Fisherman’s stew filled with seafood, tomatoes, and herbs served hot in a rustic bowl.
Fisherman’s Stew. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Seafood simmers in a savory broth layered with depth. Big bowls were mandatory.
Get the Recipe: Fisherman’s Stew

Beef Stroganoff

Beef stroganoff cooked with mushrooms and creamy sauce.
Beef Stroganoff. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Tender beef and noodles coated in tangy sour cream sauce. We still reach for this when comfort calls.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stroganoff

Oven Baked Salmon

Salmon baked with simple seasoning flaky and golden.
Oven Baked Salmon. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Salmon roasts until flaky with a sweet-savory glaze on top. It felt modern then and still holds up now.
Get the Recipe: Oven Baked Salmon

Bangers And Mash

Sausages and mashed potatoes served with rich brown gravy poured over the entire plate.
Bangers And Mash. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Juicy sausages piled over creamy mashed potatoes and finished with gravy. Stick-to-your-ribs comfort, no questions asked.
Get the Recipe: Bangers And Mash

Shake and Bake Pork Chops

Pork chops baked shake-and-bake style crispy coated.
Shake and Bake Pork Chops. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Coated pork chops bake up crisp and golden in the oven. It was fast, crunchy, and proudly practical.
Get the Recipe: Shake and Bake Pork Chops

Kale and Sausage Soup

Kale and sausage soup with hearty greens and sliced sausage in a steaming bowl.
Kale and Sausage Soup. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Sausage and greens simmer into a hearty, savory broth. A pot like this fed everyone at the table.
Get the Recipe: Kale and Sausage Soup

Shrimp Creole

Shrimp creole simmering in spicy tomato sauce with vegetables and herbs visible throughout.
Shrimp Creole. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Shrimp cook in a bold tomato sauce layered with spice. Served over rice, it brought heat long before trends did.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Creole

Pork Carnitas

Pork carnitas cooked tender and shredded.
Pork Carnitas. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Slow-cooked pork turns tender before crisping at the edges. We pile it high and don’t look back.
Get the Recipe: Pork Carnitas

Guinness Beef Stew Recipe

Guinness beef stew with deep rich broth and chunks of beef and vegetables.
Guinness Beef Stew Recipe. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Beef simmers low and slow until the broth turns deep and rich. This is stew that tastes like it took all afternoon.
Get the Recipe: Guinness Beef Stew Recipe

Beef and Barley Soup

Beef and barley soup simmered hearty with vegetables and broth.
Beef and Barley Soup. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Beef and barley cook down into a thick, savory bowl. Practical, filling, and never light on flavor.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Barley Soup

Chicken-Fried Chicken with White Gravy

Crispy chicken-fried chicken covered in rich white gravy on a warm dinner plate.
Chicken-Fried Chicken with White Gravy. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Fried chicken gets smothered in peppery white gravy. Indulgent, loud, and absolutely worth it.
Get the Recipe: Chicken-Fried Chicken with White Gravy

Cabbage Rolls

Cabbage rolls filled with meat baked soft.
Cabbage Rolls. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Seasoned beef and rice wrapped in cabbage and baked in sauce. Old-school comfort that refuses to fade out.
Get the Recipe: Cabbage Rolls

Steak Fajitas

Sizzling sliced steak with blistered peppers and onions on a steaming fajita skillet.
Steak Fajitas. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Sliced steak sizzles with peppers and onions in a hot pan. It brought restaurant flair straight into our kitchens.
Get the Recipe: Steak Fajitas

Steak au Poivre

Steak au poivre seared with peppercorn crust.
Steak au Poivre. Photo credit: Girl Carnivore.

Pepper-crusted steak finished with a bold pan sauce. Dramatic, classic, and still impressive.
Get the Recipe: Steak au Poivre

Beef Stroganoff Soup Recipe

A bowl of mushroom and beef soup with noodles, inspired by classic recipes, garnished with herbs and a dollop of sour cream, served in a patterned dish with a spoon.
Beef Stroganoff Soup Recipe. Photo credit: Or Whatever You Do.

This Beef Stroganoff Soup takes the classic comfort dish and transforms it into a rich, creamy soup. Tender beef, mushrooms, and a tangy sour cream broth make it perfect for chilly days. Serve it with crusty bread for a cozy meal.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stroganoff Soup Recipe

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About the Author

Kita Roberts is the meat maven and award-winning recipe developer behind Girl Carnivore®, with 15+ years of grilling, smoking, and cooking experience. Her recipes are tested on everything from backyard grills to professional smokers – and always built for real home cooks.
As the lead creative force behind Girl Carnivore®, she is widely recognized as an authority on all things meat.

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