{"id":246847,"date":"2025-02-01T11:47:40","date_gmt":"2025-02-01T04:47:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=246847"},"modified":"2026-04-03T15:33:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:33:08","slug":"recipes-for-ww2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipes-for-ww2\/","title":{"rendered":"15+ Easy WWII Recipes to Whip Up for a Taste of History"},"content":{"rendered":"<article>\n<p>Imagine stepping into the kitchen with a sense of adventure, ready to explore flavors that tell stories from a different time. The dishes of World War II were created out of necessity, resourcefulness, and a sprinkle of creativity. Let\u2019s whip up some easy recipes that not only satisfy your taste buds but also connect you with a fascinating past!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipes-for-ww2\/#Spam_Fried_Rice\" >Spam Fried Rice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipes-for-ww2\/#Victory_Garden_Vegetable_Soup\" >Victory Garden Vegetable Soup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipes-for-ww2\/#Chocolate_Cake_in_a_Cup\" >Chocolate Cake in a Cup<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipes-for-ww2\/#Potato_Wartime_Casserole\" >Potato Wartime Casserole<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipes-for-ww2\/#Hardtack_Biscuits\" >Hardtack Biscuits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/recipes-for-ww2\/#Rationing_Banana_Pudding\" >Rationing Banana Pudding<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spam_Fried_Rice\"><\/span>Spam Fried Rice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:White\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/quick-spam-fried-rice-1736431845.jpg\" alt=\"Quick Spam Fried Rice\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondkimchee.com\/spam-fried-rice\/\" target=\"_blank\">Quick Spam Fried Rice<\/a><\/strong> from Beyond Kimchee<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 20\u00a0min <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSkyBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/the-best-spam-fried-rice-1736431845.jpg\" alt=\"The BEST Spam Fried Rice\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/seonkyounglongest.com\/best-spam-fried-rice\/\" target=\"_blank\">The BEST Spam Fried Rice<\/a><\/strong> from Seonkyoung Longest<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 5, 0(12) <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightCoral\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/spam-fried-rice-1736431846.jpg\" alt=\"Spam Fried Rice\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/spam-fried-rice\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spam Fried Rice<\/a><\/strong> from The Recipe Critic<\/p>\n<p><small>Ingredients: 15\u00a0min <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This dish combines the savory, salty flavor of Spam with hearty rice, making for a meal that\u2019s both filling and comforting. It\u2019s a simple stir-fry technique that brings everything together in one pan, perfect for a quick dinner. Plus, it showcases the clever ways people used canned goods during the war.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 cups cooked rice<\/li>\n<li>1 can Spam, diced<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen works great)<\/li>\n<li>2 eggs<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>Green onions, chopped (for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Spam Fried Rice became popular during WWII because it was an affordable and accessible protein source. Many families turned to Spam as it was easy to store, and it added a satisfying flavor to meals. This dish is a delightful reminder of how creativity can turn humble ingredients into something truly delicious!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/the-best-spam-fried-rice-quick-easy-to-make-with-simple-1736431902.jpg\" alt=\"The BEST Spam Fried Rice Quick &amp; Easy to Make with Simple ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LkDCgqRP5NM&#038;pp=ygUKI2FkcmljZWF0NQ%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\">The BEST Spam Fried Rice Quick &amp; Easy to Make with Simple &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/spam-fried-rice-recipe-by-tasty-1736431903.jpg\" alt=\"Spam Fried Rice Recipe by Tasty\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/tasty.co\/recipe\/spam-fried-rice\" target=\"_blank\">Spam Fried Rice Recipe by Tasty<\/a><br \/><small>(tasty.co)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/simple-spam-fried-rice-recipequick-tasty-fried-1736431903.jpg\" alt=\"SIMPLE SPAM FRIED RICE RECIPE(QUICK &amp; TASTY Fried ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LkpewsaX4Do\" target=\"_blank\">SIMPLE SPAM FRIED RICE RECIPE(QUICK &amp; TASTY Fried &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Victory_Garden_Vegetable_Soup\"><\/span>Victory Garden Vegetable Soup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Linen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/victory-garden-chicken-vegetable-soup-1736431853.jpg\" alt=\"Victory Garden Chicken-Vegetable Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epicurious.com\/recipes\/food\/views\/victory-garden-chicken-vegetable-soup-102128\" target=\"_blank\">Victory Garden Chicken-Vegetable Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Epicurious<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 3.4. Ingredients: 3, 4(11) <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:MistyRose\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/victory-soup-1736431854.jpg\" alt=\"Victory Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.365daysofcrockpot.com\/victory-soup\/\" target=\"_blank\">Victory Soup<\/a><\/strong> from 365 Days of Slow Cooking and Pressure Cooking<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 29 min Total Time: 29 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Fuchsia\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/garden-vegetable-soup-1736431855.jpg\" alt=\"Garden Vegetable Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodnetwork.com\/recipes\/alton-brown\/garden-vegetable-soup-recipe-1915670\" target=\"_blank\">Garden Vegetable Soup<\/a><\/strong> from Food Network<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6. Ingredients: 1 h 25 min Total Time: 1 h 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine a warm bowl of soup filled with fresh, seasonal vegetables, each sip bursting with flavor. This easy soup recipe is perfect for using up whatever veggies you have on hand, and it\u2019s made with a simple simmering technique. It\u2019s not only healthy but also a representation of the Victory Gardens that were so crucial during the war.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 cups vegetable broth<\/li>\n<li>1 carrot, diced<\/li>\n<li>1 potato, diced<\/li>\n<li>1 zucchini, diced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup green beans, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, chopped<\/li>\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This soup embodies the spirit of community and self-sufficiency that was vital during the war. People grew their own vegetables to support the war effort, and this soup is a wonderful way to celebrate that tradition. Every bowl is not just a meal but a connection to a time when every bite mattered.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/american-girl-mollys-ww2-victory-garden-veggie-soup-1736431912.jpg\" alt=\"American Girl Molly&#039;s WW2 Victory Garden Veggie Soup!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6HCbhDX4oKY\" target=\"_blank\">American Girl Molly&#039;s WW2 Victory Garden Veggie Soup!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/victory-garden-soup-homemade-1736431913.jpg\" alt=\"VICTORY GARDEN SOUP - HOMEMADE\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3wQsz62PNrU\" target=\"_blank\">VICTORY GARDEN SOUP &#8211; HOMEMADE<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/billings-farm-at-home-foodie-friday-potato-leek-soup-1736431913.jpg\" alt=\"Billings Farm at Home: Foodie Friday - Potato Leek Soup\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cy_5RgNPwTA\" target=\"_blank\">Billings Farm at Home: Foodie Friday &#8211; Potato Leek Soup<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chocolate_Cake_in_a_Cup\"><\/span>Chocolate Cake in a Cup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Turquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/easy-microwave-chocolate-mug-cake-1736431859.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/241038\/microwave-chocolate-mug-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Microwave Chocolate Mug Cake<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5. Ingredients: 7 min Total Time: 7 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Chartreuse\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/chocolate-mug-cake-1736431860.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Mug Cake\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tastesbetterfromscratch.com\/chocolate-mug-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\">Chocolate Mug Cake<\/a><\/strong> from Tastes Better From Scratch<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 5 min Total Time: 5 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Fuchsia\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/moist-chocolate-cake-in-a-cup-1736431860.jpg\" alt=\"Moist Chocolate Cake in a Cup\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ricardocuisine.com\/en\/recipes\/5769-moist-chocolate-cake-in-a-cup\" target=\"_blank\">Moist Chocolate Cake in a Cup<\/a><\/strong> from Ricardo Cuisine<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 5 min Total Time: 5 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Cake in a cup? Yes, please! This quick treat captures the rich, indulgent flavor of chocolate cake, all in a single serving. It\u2019s baked in the oven or the microwave, making it a perfect sweet fix any time you crave something special.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 tablespoons flour<\/li>\n<li>4 tablespoons sugar<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons cocoa powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/8 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>3 tablespoons milk<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>Pinch of salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This delightful cake became a favorite because it was a fun, quick way to enjoy dessert amid rationing. The individual portion sizes made it easy to share, and it brought a little joy during tough times. Baking something sweet is always a great way to lift spirits, and this cake does just that with every delicious bite!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/1-minute-chocolate-mug-cake-in-microwave-chocolate-mug-1736431923.jpg\" alt=\"1 minute chocolate mug cake in microwave | Chocolate Mug ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Tbh0lljyL00\" target=\"_blank\">1 minute chocolate mug cake in microwave | Chocolate Mug &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/chocolate-mug-cake-no-egg-no-oven-microwave-1-min-1736431924.jpg\" alt=\"Chocolate Mug Cake (No Egg, No Oven) | Microwave 1 Min ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=-9ZoQhfmATs\" target=\"_blank\">Chocolate Mug Cake (No Egg, No Oven) | Microwave 1 Min &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/1-minute-perfect-chocolate-mug-cake-in-microwave-1736431925.jpg\" alt=\"1 Minute Perfect Chocolate Mug Cake in Microwave\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=4TksxjQjvkQ\" target=\"_blank\">1 Minute Perfect Chocolate Mug Cake in Microwave<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potato_Wartime_Casserole\"><\/span>Potato Wartime Casserole<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Wheat\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/toriavey.com\/cooking-on-a-ration-nutty-sweet-potato-casserole\/\" target=\"_blank\">Nutty Sweet Potato Casserole<\/a><\/strong> from Tori Avey<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Sweet potatoes, maple syrup, brown sugar, orange, flour Total Time: 2 hr 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepSkyBlue\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savortoothtiger.com\/recipes\/ww2-ration-cooking-amp-victory-gardens\" target=\"_blank\">WW2 Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes &amp; Carrots<\/a><\/strong> from Savor Tooth Tiger<\/p>\n<p><small>Ingredients: Ground beef, ground pork, maple syrup, brown sugar, yukon gold potatoes <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SeaGreen\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/frugalhausfrau.com\/2020\/07\/30\/old-fashioned-scalloped-potatoes\/\" target=\"_blank\">Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes<\/a><\/strong> from Frugal Hausfrau<\/p>\n<p><small>Ingredients: Butter, russet potatoes, flour, black pepper <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This casserole is a warm hug in a dish, featuring layers of potatoes and whatever else you can scrounge up. It\u2019s simple to make, requiring just a few ingredients and a bit of time in the oven. The result is a creamy, cheesy delight that\u2019s perfect for a cozy dinner.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>4 large potatoes, sliced thin<\/li>\n<li>1 can cream of mushroom soup<\/li>\n<li>1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar works well)<\/li>\n<li>1 onion, sliced<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>1 cup milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This casserole was popular during the war because it was a filling, comforting meal that stretched ingredients further. It\u2019s a great example of how families made the most of what they had, turning simple potatoes into a hearty feast. Each bite is a reminder of the resilience and creativity that defined the era.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ww2-vegetables-en-casserole-silent-cooking-50p-per-1736431930.jpg\" alt=\"WW2 Vegetables en Casserole, Silent Cooking, 50p per ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Eqc7aKYRxFA\" target=\"_blank\">WW2 Vegetables en Casserole, Silent Cooking, 50p per &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/1940s-wwii-food-scalloped-potatoes-1736431931.jpg\" alt=\"1940s WWII Food | Scalloped Potatoes\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mhpcz1ZeCEE\" target=\"_blank\">1940s WWII Food | Scalloped Potatoes<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/wartime-recipes.-potato-soup-isittasty-doesitwork-1736431931.jpg\" alt=\"Wartime Recipes. Potato Soup #isittasty? #doesitwork ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3siGrw8Njos\" target=\"_blank\">Wartime Recipes. Potato Soup #isittasty? #doesitwork &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hardtack_Biscuits\"><\/span>Hardtack Biscuits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Snow\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/breaddad.com\/hardtack-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hardtack Recipe (Survival Bread)<\/a><\/strong> from Bread Dad<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: Self rising flour Total Time: 1 hr 5 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Moccasin\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/marysnest.com\/how-to-make-hardtack-or-ships-biscuits\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to Make Hardtack or Ship&#039;s Biscuits<\/a><\/strong> from Mary&#039;s Nest<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Plain flour Total Time: 9 hr 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SkyBlue\">\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodstoragemoms.com\/how-to-make-hardtack-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\">Hardtack Recipe by Food Storage Moms<\/a><\/strong> from Food Storage Moms<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: White flour Total Time: 1 hr 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These simple yet satisfying biscuits are a piece of history, often eaten by soldiers for their long shelf life. They\u2019re crunchy and can be enjoyed on their own or paired with a spread. Making hardtack is a fun way to experience a bit of the past right in your kitchen!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 cups flour<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup water<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Hardtack became a staple for military rations because it was easy to make and lasted for ages, even on long journeys. Soldiers would often dunk it in coffee or soup to soften it up, adding a little comfort to their meals. 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