November 17, 2025

Sunken Treasures in the Kitchen: Shipwreck-Inspired Recipes to Try at Home

After exploring the mysterious depths of the Sunken Treasures, Ancient Seas exhibit, why not bring a maritime adventure into your kitchen? Just as underwater archaeologists uncover layers of history beneath the waves, "shipwreck" recipes reveal delicious surprises with every spoonful.

These recipes get their name from the way ingredients come together in beautifully scattered, dimensional layers—much like the artifacts found on the sea floor from shipwrecks. Whether you're feeding a crew of hungry explorers or looking for easy weeknight inspiration, these recipes are treasure worth discovering.

Shipwreck Casserole: A Classic Deep-Sea Delight

This hearty one-pot wonder features layers of comfort food goodness. The magic happens as everything melds together beneath the surface, just like treasures settling on the ocean floor. Here’s a Shipwreck Casserole Recipe to try!

Shipwreck Cookies: Sweet Salvage

These cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat, perfect for young explorers and seasoned adventurers alike. These cookies capture that "everything jumbled together" spirit of a shipwreck site, and they're absolutely delicious. Here’s how you can make your own Shipwreck Cookies.

Shipwreck Stew: Warming Waters

Perfect for chilly evenings after a day of museum exploration, this flexible stew lets you use whatever "treasures" you have on hand. Like the artifacts in our exhibit, each ingredient tells its own story while contributing to the greater whole. We dug up this Shipwreck Stew Recipe!

Bringing History Home

The beauty of a shipwreck recipe is its forgiving nature—you can adapt these dishes to what you have available. Missing an ingredient? Substitute freely. Want to add something extra? Dive right in!

Ready to explore more treasures from the deep? Visit Sunken Treasures, Ancient Seas and discover the real artifacts, ruins, and mysteries waiting to be uncovered. Who knows—you might just work up an appetite for adventure.

What's your favorite "shipwreck" recipe? Share your culinary treasures with us on social media using #FernbankEats and #SunkenTreasures!