Frosted Sandwich, Part 3: Son of Frosted Sandwich

As I sat here contemplating a blog post for the week, I had a sudden realization: The blog turned two on September 14 and the day snuck right past me! So,

HAPPY

SECOND

BIRTHDAY,

“

WHAT’S

COOKIN’

@SPECIAL

COLLECTIONS?!”

That being said, I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with some festive, monochromatic (and occasionally polychromatic) party recipes…and the return of the frosted sandwich (It’s been a while, I know)!

An art deco rose party in progress?

For the curious, layers include: minced ham, egg yolks mashed with margarine, chopped sweet pickles with parsley and mayonnaise. There’s also a suggested “orange layer” made with chopped pimentoes and green pepper mashed with cream cheese and mayo.

As you can see, brown and orange parties have a wide variety of uses, from football games to picnics.

The American Beauty Cake, named for the rose (they REALLY got into the pink/rose theme) is flavored with coconut and almond.

In addition to “green” recipes, there are also a selection of suggestions for red and green themed parties, “suitable for all Winter social affairs and celebrations.”

Today’s images are from Good Luck Color Scheme Parties. Published in 1931, this 32 page pamphlet features creative recipes in a range of colors and flavors. It covers not only holidays, but also card and occasional parties, all while, of course, promoting John F. Jelke Company products like Good Luck Margarine and Evaporated Milk.

This plain cake is separated by layers of tasty jam. Sad marshmallow clown aside, we needed a (belated) birthday cake image to celebrate the blog.

So, here’s looking forward to another year of posts and LOTS more learning about the History of Food and Drink Collection! It may just be your year to pay us a visit, too!