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Vintage Inspired SHIEN Plus Size Haul and the Pussy Bow Blouse of the 1950s / 1960s

Vintage Inspired SHIEN Plus Size Haul and the Pussy Bow Blouse of the 1950s / 1960s

“A lavaliere, also called a pussycat bow, is a style of neckwear often associated with women’s and girls’ blouses and bodices. It takes the form of a bow tied at the neck similar to those sometimes tied around the necks of kittens and cats” from Wikipedia. Well, it just makes sense that I am head over heels for the look of the vintage pussy bows at the moment. After all, I am all about kitty cats!

Cute Kitten sleeping. Dottie is our silly domestic short hair cat. She is a black and white kitty that my daughter thinks is wearing a tuxedo.
Have y’all met Dottie? She joined our family back in October!

Our beautiful feline is not the only reason I love this darling style of vintage blouse. I especially love the gorgeous feminine touch it brings to a tailored suit or how it looks so sweet under a cardigan.

Black and white striped pussy bow blouse plus size vintage inspired blouse
Blouse from Shein

Women have been wearing bows around the neck for centuries, however the term “pussy cat bow” did not take hold until the 1950s. Prior to that, the style was coined “lavallière” after  Duchess of La Vallière (mistress of Louis XIV). The earlier style was a bit more elaborate like a man’s cravat. The more elaborate style was also worn by the Gibson Girl of the 1890s. This earlier style is not what the theme of this post is about, I just wanted to give you a very brief timeline as a “jumping off” point if you are interested in learning more.

Photo from Tumblr

What we are talking about today is the 1950s style of blouse with a bow around the neck, the Pussy Bow Blouse. “The pussy-bow blouse was a perfect mix of masculine and feminine—an impeccable wardrobe choice for women laboring in a man’s world” from Paste Magazine. We saw this style being worn by  Peggy Olson and Joan Holloway in Mad Men.

Peggy from mad men wearing a 1960s pussy bow blouse mid century modern fashion
One of a few that Peggy wore on Mad Men.
Joan from mad men wearing a 1960s pussy bow blouse mid century modern fashion
We did not see Joan in this style often, but she rocked the look when she wore this beautiful blouse.

I was on the hunt for some cute pussy bow blouses to add to my 1950s/1960s inspired wardrobe and found that Shien had quiet a few to offer. Here is a recent haul I made to help inspire you.

Items Mentioned and featured in this haul include:

Plus Vertical Stripe Tie Neck Blouse

Plus Polka Dot Tie Neck Blouse

Plus Allover Heart Print Tie Neck Blouse

Plus Floral Shirred O-ring Half Zip Blouse

Plus Button Front Drop Shoulder Blouse

Plus Notch Neck Sleeveless Top

Faux Pearl Beaded Hair Hoop

Plus Bow Front Flared Midi Skirt: This is the black full / a line skirt I am wearing with the first two blouses. It is so versatile.

135CM Plus 3pcs Leopard Print Croc Embossed Belt: These are the true PLUS SIZE skinny belts that are mentioned in so many of my hauls. The black belt I use with the Heart Blouse is part of this trio.

I hope you enjoyed this blog and got some inspiration to help you with your vintage inspired fashion needs. Finding vintage clothing is a fun, yet challenging endeavor. This is especially true for plus size gals, like me. I will continue to share what I find so that we can all feel and look our best in the decade we all so love!!!

XOXO

Tiffany

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The Weather Outside Was Frightful….

Oh! The weather outside was frightful…. and it was not much better inside for so many Texans, last week. We had devastating snow falls and record breaking low temperatures. As many people have said, “Texas was not built for this…Texas is not used to this!” And that is the truth!!! We are not built for…

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Happy Mardi Gras 2021

We all know that New Orleans is without their famous Mardi Gras parades and celebrations this year due to COVID-19 and the need to be safe with social distancing. “The celebration was largely cancelled late in 2020 when it was announced that there would be no live parades and no Carnival balls. Mardi Gras 2020…

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Vote as You Please, but Please Vote…

“Vote as you please, but please vote” was a popular slogan in the 1950s but rings true today, just as much as back then. Voting is one of the most important acts we can do as Americans

“Vote as you please, but please vote” was a popular slogan in the 1950s but rings true today, just as much as back then. Voting is one of the most important acts we can do as Americans. Jane Russel was photographed with this slogan….and hanging the poster up while using a GUN as a hammer? That is not a “nail gun”, lady!!!

Photo from Senior Women

I do not want this to be a political blog or to say vote for this guy or that guy… but I do want to do something to encourage us to get out and vote. I have already voted so have been using my time to search for vintage voting photos and ads and want to share them with my readers. I hope you enjoy them.

Photo found on Eureka Alert
Oh my! I feel much better getting out to vote with the security and freedom of these nice long feminine pads…LOL. Photo found on Pinterest.
These kids were not legaly able to vote in the 1950s but they were able to investigate and learn how the new voting technology worked. Photo from The Sentinel
Well, if voting is going to get me an ice cold beer….count me in!!! (not really as I am more of a Tequila, Vodka, and White Claw gal….) Photo from Neat Designs
Look who came out to vote!!! Well done, Sir!!! Photo from Pinterest.
Photo found on Envisioning the American Dream
Photo found on The Cut
Wouldn’t it be great if were could vote for “no bitterness” in this years elections? Photo from Brookstone Beer Bulletin
Photo from Flagler Live
Photo from Buzz Feed
Yes, it is awesome that she is voting…but can we take a minute to appreciate her skirt? Swoon! Photo from The Cut.
Raise them Right!!! and teach them to vote. Photo from Master File

XOXO

Tiffany

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    A Brief History of the Shirt Waist Dress: Repost and Revised

    Shirt-waist dresses became the uniform of the 1950’s housewife. June Cleaver, Donna Reed, Marrion Cunningham, etc. all wore these dresses….so when one thinks of the 1950’s housewife, this is usually what she is wearing, of course with heels and pearls.

    A quick note before we get started: I am reposting an older blog post from 2011. It was part of my old blog and the formatting did not transition very well when we made the move to Ramblings from a Housewife. It is on the shirt waist dress, which I find interesting, so I am hoping others do, as well.

    Donna Reed rockin’ her role as housewife and mom in her shirtwaist dress.

    After World War II, women looked to lifestyle magazines, such as Good Housekeeping, to define, learn, and adapt to their new roles in the land of plenty.  Such magazines “influenced the fashion decisions of women, and provides information on how the 1950s shirt-waist was sold to them.  Tracing the path of the shirt-waist—from its established pre-war form, to its 1947 revision by Haute Couture designer Christian Dior, to its gradual appearance in this new form in Good Housekeeping—shows how it began its development as an icon.  Exploring how it was represented in other media in later years will show how it solidified as an icon” from The Clothesline Journal .

    Photo found on Pinterest

    When we were researching the early 1900s in my costume history class at Texas A&M, we learned that the shirt-waist was based after a man’s shirt.  Women wore these because they were practical and they did not need assistance in getting dressed.  This brought a lot of freedom for the ladies to spend their time on other matters, such as fighting for the vote and other civic minded activities. So, as you can see, the 1950’s designers were not the first to construct a shirt-waist inspired look.  

    Here’s another 1950s icon, June Cleaver, sporting her shirtwaist dress with her iconic pearls and apron.

    These dresses became the uniform of the 1950’s housewife.  Since this is the fashion era I am interested in, as far as this blog post is concerned, I will focus on the 1950’s influence.  June Cleaver, Donna Reed, Father Knows Best’s wife (what was her name?), Marrion Cunningham, etc. all wore these dresses….so when one thinks of the 1950’s housewife, this is usually what she is wearing, of course with heels and pearls. 

    The Shirtwaist style dress is very flattering for all shapes. Here is an ad, I found on Pinterest, for a “chubby” section of a department store.

    I absolutely love these dresses. They are so flattering to my full figure body and I do not have to worry about wearing shapeware. I am sure many of the women, back in the day, wore a girdle and stockings, but I do not bother. I guess I pick and choose my 1950’s battles.

    Here are some dresses that inspired the original post. I found them, while thrifting, and resold them in my Etsy shop. They were vintage from the 1980s, not the 1950s, however. The Shirtwaist style made a comeback in the 1980s. I had a few when I was in high school.

    I wanted to include this photo of the tags so you could see the price of this dress. I am not sure where it is from but the price was 36.99. I have some nice quality Shirtdresses of today that are around that price. I wonder if this was considered “expensive” in the 1980s? I need to do some research on that.

    “Christain Dior’s influence on the 1950s style shirtwaist began with his “New Look” collection in the spring of 1947 and almost single-handedly defined the post-war silhouette.  Although other designers such as Claire McCardell were working with similar skirt shapes at the time, the fashion media credited Dior with the inception of the “New Look.”  While Dior did influence ready-to-wear styles, it is incorrect to say that his version merely “trickled down.”  Grant D. McCracken explains the specifics of the trickle down theory in his essay “The Trickle-Down Theory Rehabilitated.”“The trickle-down theory, first stated by Simmel (1904), was an ingenious account of fashion change.  The theory holds that two conflicting principles act as a kind of engine or motive force for innovation.  Subordinate social groups, following the principle of imitation, seek to establish new status claims by adopting the clothing of super ordinate groups.  Super ordinate social groups, following the principle of differentiation, respond by adopting new fashion.“[7] 

    If anything, an opposite scenario caused the shirtwaists popularity.  This change disseminated in a circular and almost cyclical way.  Dior took the already well-established form of the shirtwaist and created a new, haute couture version.[8] While this is not necessarily an early incarnation of the now common trend of turning street fashion into couture, it does suggest Dior’s “. . . willingness to work with an established form but to complicate its construction and render it idiosyncratic.”  The new style then slowly began to influence all price points and classes to create the new form, while obliterating the old one” from The Clothesline Journal. So every housewife was able to follow the styles, no matter her social status.  From farmer’s wives to socialites on 5th Avenue, women were dressing up or down in the popular shirt-waist style.

    Here are a few of the shirtdresses I enjoy wearing.

    More modern day set in vintage style…. More Eye candy

    Found on Pinterest,: “Jenny” from Forrest Gump. These dresses were probably hand-me-downs or bought second hand. From what we know about Jenny’s past, she was a daughter of an alcoholic share cropper type of farmer. She would not have been well off.
    Photo from Theiaopolis Cinema
    Photo from Tyrannyofstyle.com: Helen Smith from The Man in the High Castle set in 1962. Being the wife of a high ranking Nazi officer and socialite, Helen has a more formal style of “Shirtwaist”.
    Photo from FanDom. Emma Stone as “Skeeter” in The Help.
    Photo from Tumblr
    Skeeter has the best dresses. So easy and carefree. Perfect for her character. Photo from Pinterest.
    Reese Whitherspoon as June Carter Cash. I just loved this movie! I just LOVE Johnny and June Cash. And I LOOOOOVE that Reese won an Oscar for this role. Photo from Take Back Halloween.
    Just a bonus photo of the Carter sisters. This was randomly found on Pinterest. When I traced back the image the site was no longer there.
    This was the closest thing to a shirtwaist dress I could find for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. This show is more focused on her, outside of the home and in society and nightclubs. It would only make sense her outfits are more suited to that atmosphere. This dress is a more formal style of shirtwaist dress. Photo found on Insider.
    But then, there is this gem from the Catskills episodes. I am swooning over the pink plaid!!! Photo from on Kveller.
    Oh Betty!!! All about appearances but we thank you for that because we get such yummy eye candy!!! Photo from My Daily Magazine
    Photo from Hollywood.com

    There is another silhouette for the shirtwaist dress. It does not seem to be as popular. I hardly found any reference or photos during my search. I plan to look more into this and will do a dedicated post if I find anything interesting.

    Here are more of my Shirtwaist Dresses in action

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    1950’s Housewife Style – The Shirt Dress – Plus Size Vintage Inspired

    I have read, countless times, in Facebook groups and other places that it is hard to find plus size vintage clothing. A few years ago, I would have agreed. This is not the case, now a days, because I have found that an open mind creates many opportunities for a plus size vintage look.

    It is true, that true vintage clothing is next to impossible to find in plus sizes but when you open your mind to vintage inspired clothing, the world is your oyster. In the above video, I showcase a coolection of shirt dresses I have found at Woman Within.

    Sandy Shirtwaist Dress By Ellos®

    There are a few other places I consider my “go to” for vintage inspired clothing. I plan to showcase a few in future blog posts, so be sure to check back.

    If you would like to read a previous blog post I did, about the Shirt Waist / Shirt Dress, please take a look at New Dresses!!!! And a Brief History of the Shirt Waist Dress. (please excuse the formatting, some of my old posts did not transfer well when I started this new blog.)

    Photo found on Pinterest

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    Tiffany

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    Shein Plus Size Vintage Inspired Haul

    We are back with a Shein haul. They have so many items that work with a vintage aesthetic and go up to a size 5X in some of the clothing. Shein is at a low price point so you can really have fun and experiment with interesting “looks”. Since I like the fashions of the late 1950s / early 1960s and am a plus size lady, they really offer what I am looking for. I have to keep an open mind and be creative, but that is the fun part so I am happy. In regarding sizing, you do have to be mindful of measurements because a 5X does not mean the same thing with Shein as it would with Torrid. Do not get caught up on sizing because you will miss some great things. Always measure and read the reviews. The reviews tell a lot about how the item fits!

    This haul seemed to focus on the silhouette of the 1950s. The one I found in these items and the way I paired them was the hourglass type. These looks created strong shoulders, small (ish…I mean, come on….we are talking plus size here ~wink~) waist, and wide luscious hips. This was one of the most popular shapes in fashion for this time. The other popular shape was the waif like gamine figure epitomized by Audrey Hepburn, but we did not achieve that look with this haul.

    Oh how I wish I could find a skirt – shirt combo like the red and white

    I also, as you see in the video, bought some slacks. They did not work out. The look I was hoping for was more of a skinny pants…. what I got was circus clown. I wanted the look of Celia Foote from The Help or Mary Tyler More from her Dick Van Dyke Show days. Butt cupping and scandalous (for that time, anyway).

    I’ve had this photo saved for a long time. I am not sure where I saw it originally, however there are many on Pinterest.
    pic from The Help fan club site on Fan Pop. This is the only photo I could find of this glorious character wearing pants. I absolutely love her look.

    I mentioned in the haul video that I was going for a cigarette pant look. That is not accurate as the cigarette pants were more loose fitting, so that is almost what I got, minus the pleating. I will do a more in depth vlog on the style of pants once I get a good look book to share.

    Links to what I show in this haul

    SHEIN Plus Notched Neck Puff Sleeve Top White 4X Also available in black and hot pink!

    SHEIN Plus Bow Front Flared Midi Skirt 4X Also available in burgundy.

    SHEIN Plus Lace Up Back Leopard Print Crop Top I got a 4X, it is sold out at the time of this haul but they often restock items.

    SHEIN Plus Knot Waist Pocket Patched Striped Skirt 4X, which is now sold out. This one is similar: SHEIN Plus Paperbag Waist Slant Pocket Striped Skirt, although shorter according to photos and reviews.

    The pants I purchased disappeared from my order history once I started a return. I will keep you updated on how that experience goes. As I put in my request for a return label, I got a message back saying they would issue a return to my SHEIN wallet (the method of refund I requested) but I could keep the items. That was a big surprise. Seems a bit “too good to be true” but their clothing is very inexpensive so it may cost more, for them, to process the return than to just issue it without paying for the postage and manpower the return would cost.

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    I hope this haul has inspired you to try out Shein. Be creative and open minded and you may find something fun to complete you favorite 1950s / 1960s vintage inspired look!

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    Tiffany

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    Eloquii Plus Size Fashion Haul and Try On – Vintage Inspired Fashions

    This is my first time shopping at Eloquii and I have to say….I am in love. I have been on a shopping kick the last few weeks and this is right at the top of one of my favorite hauls.

    Eloquii is an online fashion site catering to sizes 14 to 28. I would put their prices, without sales, at a mid-range price point. Somewhere in the range of Macy’s but not near Neiman Marcus. Like Macy’s and Dillard’s, Eloquii offers many different discounts and sales that put their price range at a very reasonable level. The quality, of what I purchased, was very nice. Since I purchased these items on sale or clearance, the quality far outweighs the price.

    I think the try on and haul video will better explain….

    You can find these items on Eloquii.com, as of the publishing date of September 4, 2020.

    Blush Sequin Pencil Skirt

    Red Neoprene Pencil Skirt (this is a “final sale” item)

    Magenta Neoprene Pencil Skirt (I described this as “Hot Pink” in the haul video)

    Emerald Neoprene Pencil Skirt

    Black Neoprene Pencil Skirt

    As I mentioned in the video, I bought the Blush Sequin skirt in both a 20 and a 22. I did not know what size I would like better and did not want to chance this being sold out as the price was so incredibly discounted so I bought both. I prefer the size 20 so if anyone is interested in the 22, I am looking to sale it.

    Photo from Eloquii.com

    I purchased the Red, Magenta, and Emerald skirts in a size 22 and the Black one is a size 20. I prefer the fit of the 20. I like the tight “wiggle” silhouette it creates. Keep this in mind as you study the measurements. The fabric has a very firm stretch and can accommodate sizing down if you prefer a tighter fit.

    1960s McCalls Wiggle Skirt Pattern

    My measurements are 52-49-56

    At Lane Bryant I wear a 22/24 in tops and dresses and,18/20 in skirts and pants.

    At Torrid, I wear a 3 in tops and dresses and 2 or 20 in pants and skirts.

    I hope this helps you decide on what will work for you.

    XOXO

    Tiffany

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    Top 5 Sandcastle Kit Essentials: Inspired by Vintage Beach Ephemera

    We have not been fortunate enough to take our anticipated beach trip this year but we have been enjoying the memories thru our scrapbooks and photos. One of our most beloved activities, while at the beach, is to build sandcastles.

    Looking through our personal photos and reminiscing, reminded me of this vintage inspired beach themed book in my little library, Retro Beach Bash: A Sun Lover’s Guide to Food and Fun by Linda Everett. Ms. Everett has a few of these little retro themed books on all kinds of topics. They are a lot of fun to look thru.

    And this is why we can’t have nice things in 2020…no social distancing!!!

    I thought it would be fun to talk about all the cute supplies needed to build a perfect sandcastle while using this book as inspiration. I will add a few of our own supplies while omitting things from the list in the book…some things are just over kill when you have valuable packing space.

    Building the Perfect Sandcastle Tool Kit

    1. Shovel and other “digging” tools: We have a bunch of the shovels that come with the cheap sand buckets that we have picked up at Dollar Tree or Walmart. These are perfect because they are cheap, you can have enough for everyone, and if you leave them behind or lose in the water, no big deal.
    Who’s doing more work? She doesn’t care…just look at the sheer joy on her face!!! Happy Girls are the prettiest!!!

    2. Buckets: This is the most important thing in your kit. It can actually be used to store your kit. You will want buckets of different sizes. They are used to carry sand, tote water from the ocean, and as molds for the larger building of your “castle”. And bonus….you can use the bucket to collect seashells when you get board with your castle. Again, get these from the dollar or big box discount store. We do have a big sturdy paint bucket from the hardware store but this is not necessary….just something we already had on hand.

    These are from Five Below but they sell them EVERYWHERE…

    3. Sand Molds: We just get the ones found at the beach souvenir shops or Walmart (our hometown Walmart does not carry these but the Walmart in the beach town does.) You can use anything, just depends on what shapes you want. We have also used old Jello molds and cookie cutters. A funnel makes a great tower! Have fun and be creative, no telling what you can come up with to create a unique castle.

    Photo found on Pinterest. There are several molds available on Etsy or Ebay.

    4. Melon Baller and Carving Tools: If you want to get extra fancy, you will need something to carve our intricate designs, doors, windows, etc. We do not usually go that far before the little one looses interests but if you are in competition mode, go for it! Carve out your architectural masterpiece.

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    5. Spatulas, paint brushes, spray bottle: These will be used to “clean up” your castle. No need to go all Cinderella on us, but you will want to dust the excess sand away! Painters spatulas or just the kind you use for baking will do. This will give your hard work a crisper, cleaner look….right before the little tot kicks it over!

    After a fun morning building….its nice to take a fishing break!

    Bonus Advice: All of these “supplies” are cheap. We do not usually pack anything unless it is a favorite, hard to find mold or an antique. What we do is just buy everything once we are at the beach. Then, when we are done and packing up the car to go home, we leave them behind with a newly made friend. We always make friends at the hotel pool so there is always someone who can use them when we are gone!

    Don’t forget the Coppertone!
    Including this photo just because I can not get enough of the little girls happiness!!! Photo from Woman’s World.

    XOXO

    Tiffany

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    Multiply your Eggs: As inspired by World War 2 Rationing

    No matter what the occasion, in the grand scheme of things, eggs can be a very frugal headliner in a meal. Knowing how to properly store and prepare your eggs, as well as adding in some delicious egg centered meals, can help you stretch your supply of eggs and keep your food budget on point.

    Photo from Your Share: How to Prepare Appetizing, Healthful Meals with Foods Available Today

    Eggs are a very thrifty household staple. They are as versatile as they are delicious. You just can’t beat the punch they provide in nutrition. There is a reason they were touted as the “incredible edible egg.”

    Although they are a frugal housewife’s staple, they are coming under pressure during these uncertain times. It is an indirect result of Covid 19, people are eating more eggs because they are home and have time for a sit down breakfast. Also….people are baking more. “Americans — now cooped up and stress-baking for their families — continue to markedly change their cooking behaviors, American egg producers will have to grow their flocks. But that takes time: It takes 22 weeks for a chick to become a laying hen.” (Washington Post)

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    Housewives of World War 2, also had to deal with egg supply issues which lead to egg rationing. “Since there was a shortage of grain to feed chickens, millions of commercially-farmed hens had to be killed and sold as food.  This ultimately led to an egg shortage, and rationing was implemented allowing a person one fresh egg per week.” (The War Time Kitchen) ONE fresh egg per week!!! My darling husband has 3 eggs to start his day everyday!!!

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    So, what is the solution to an egg shortage? You can certainly, if you live in a rural area or your city allows, raise your own chickens. Nothing cuter than having fine feathered ladies run around your yard while earning their keep by supplying you in fresh eggs. Our city, however does not allow chickens!!! Which is probably for the best because our backyard is not that big!!!

    So the best thing for my family is if I learn to use eggs wisely. Fortunately, in suburban N Texas, we do not yet have a short supply, but these will be good habits to incorporate if the time comes.

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    First and foremost, it is advised in the Your Share booklet, know how to “treat” your eggs. “They like the coldest part of the refrigerator.” Eggs should not be stored in the refrigerator door, the temperature in not at its coldest there and not regulated as well as the main compartment. Store with the large end up to keep the yolk centered. This is how they are placed in the carton by the distributor.

    Photo from Your Share: How to Prepare Appetizing, Healthful Meals with Foods Available Today

    Know how to properly cook your egg to prevent waste. When your food is not tasty, you are more likely to leave some on your plate. “They get tough if you make it too hot for them…Simmer, don’t bubble…fry gently, don’t frizzle…bake slowly, don’t broil…” (Your Share)

    Find a few easy and thrifty recipes, that help you multiply your eggs, to include in your weekly meal plans. Here are some that are both delicious and frugal.

    Egg Drop Soup

    • 4 c low sodium chicken broth
    • 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
    • 1 green onion thinly sliced
    • 2 eggs

    Heat chicken broth and soy sauce in medium saucepan over high heat. Bring to boil. Stir in green onion. Whisk eggs in small bowl. Slowly pour eggs in thin stream into broth, stirring gently. Serve immediately

    Easy Egg Muffins

    • 6 large eggs
    • 1/2 c milk
    • 3/4 c of mozzarella cheese (you can use any cheese, whatever you have)
    • handful of baby spinach wilted (optional)
    • small red bell pepper, diced (optional)
    • 2 ounces ham, diced (whatever meat you have on hand, or omit completely)
    • dash salt to taste
    • dash black pepper to taste
    • any other seasoning you may like. I add garlic and a Cajun seasoning.

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.

    In large bowl, beat eggs, milk, salt and black pepper. Stir in cheese, spinach and roasted red pepper.

    Divide batter among muffin-pan cups (about 1/4 cup each), top with ham and bake 20 to 25 minutes or until just set in the center.

    Cool on rack 5 minutes, then remove from cups. Serve warm. Can be refrigerated up to 4 days; microwave on High 30 seconds to reheat.

    Note: This recipe is totally a “use what you have on hand” type of concoction. You really only need the eggs and milk. It is, however, more filling and goes further if you add some fillers like the meat and veggies. Potatoes are a great filler, too.

    egg fried rice

    • 1 c water
    • 1 cup minute rice
    • 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
    • 1 c vegetables (the old standby of carrots, peas, and corn are yummy)
    • 1 large egg
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • salt to taste
    • pepper to taste

    In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring water and soy sauce to a boil. Pour in uncooked rice and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes (per package directions).

    Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, vegetables, and salt and pepper to taste. Saute until garlic begins to turn golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.

    Crack egg directly into skillet and scramble with vegetables and garlic. When egg is cooked, pour the finished rice in the frying pan.

    Stir rice with egg, vegetables, and garlic until any excess water from the rice evaporates, about 2-3 minutes.

    Serve immediately.

    Other Egg Dishes that will not break the bank

    Hot Ham and Scambled Egg Sandwhiches

    Egg Salad with Tomatoes (Over a bed of lettuce or in a sandwhich)

    Egg Tacos (with meat or beans)

    Bird in a Nest

    Crustless Egg and Cheese Quiche

    Sausage and Egg Casserole

    No matter what the occasion, in the grand scheme of things, eggs can be a very frugal headliner in a meal. Knowing how to properly store and prepare your eggs, as well as adding in some delicious egg centered meals, can help you stretch your supply of eggs and keep your food budget on point.

    Be sure to check out the other posts on Betty Crocker’s Your Share: How to Prepare Appetizing, Healthful Meals with Foods Available Today. We can utilize tips and tricks from our homemaking sister of World War 2 in today’s meals and keep our family’s tummies satisfied.

    How to Stretch Meat for Delicious and Economical Meals as inspired by World War 2 Rationing

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