1940s Fall Recipes Meal Plan

Step back in time with this authentic 1940s Fall Recipes Meal Plan. Immerse yourself in a flavorful journey through a bygone era, relishing classic dishes that evoke the nostalgia and essence of autumn in the 1940s.

One of my favorite things to read in vintage homemaking magazines is the meal plans. They are always such an interesting look at the past.

While just like today these vintage meal plans are the idealic type plan and not what every family actually ate, it is still a look at what foods were popular at the time.

I love sharing these vintage meal plans with you as well so that you can also get this look into the past. When possible I will link to recipes that are similar to what is in the meal plan. I’m also always adding new vintage recipes to the site for you to try.

A great way to use these meal planning ideas is by using my retro meal planner so you can stay organized and make meal planning a lot easier!

Fall Recipes Meal Plan from 1940

Each of these days recipes were divided into bread, main dish, vegetable, side dish, and dessert. While some would have had all parts of these meals not every family had these many dishes every meal time.

Monday

Bran Muffins
Stuffed Breast of Veal
Paprika Potatoes, Spinach
Lettuce Bowl, Sweet Pickles
Lemon Chiffon Pie, Coffee and Milk

Tuesday

Poppy Seed Twists
Braised Tenderloin Tips with Vegetables
Steamed Rice, Onions, Carrots
Lettuce with Mayo, Tomato Preserves
Fruit Ambrosia, Macaroons, Coffee, Cocoa

Wednesday

Coffee Swirl
Scalloped Oysters
Celery Curls, Raw Carrot Sticks
Spiced White Grape Salad
Coffee, Milk, Coffee Swirl

Thursday

Marmalade Muffins or Nut Bread
Cold Sliced Ham or Chicken
Scalloped Corn
Cranberry Salad, Fruit Dressing
Cheese and Crackers, Stuffed Prunes

Friday

Corn-Bread Ears and Bread Sticks
Baked Pork Chops
Buttered Broccoli, Baked Squash
Warm Apple Sauce, Celery
Peach Butterscotch Tapioca, Coffee

Saturday

Gingerbread Muffins
Pan-Fried Ham, Milk Gravy
Diced Beets, Snowflake Potatoes
Fresh Garden Relish
Apricots, Jam Marguerites, Coffee, Tea

If you have tried any of these dishes and have a favorite recipe be sure to share it in the comments or email me and share. I love to hear about vintage recipes, especially family favorites.