This old fashioned fruit cake is my great-grandmother's recipe. Made without marzipan it's a simple and delicious Christmas cake the whole family will love.| Keep calm and eat ice cream
Much like fashion trends, culinary tastes have changed over time, and once-common dishes have given way to new ingredients, easier preparation methods, and more refined recipes. Desserts, in particular, have seen a rise in popularity over the centuries. Originally served alongside savory items on the dinner table, sweet dishes were moved to the final course of the meal in 17th-century Europe, and cookbooks dedicated to dessert recipes started appearing around the same time.Advertisement The a...| History Facts