Few things spark greater nostalgia than a tried and true family recipe. One bite can immediately transport you to a time when you and your family were gathered around the kitchen table, whether it was around the holidays or just because. This is why it’s important to treasure and learn how to make these coveted dishes.
To help get you started, we’ve rounded up some of the best recipes made by grandmas everywhere. At the same time, you’ll find twists on the following classics. For instance, instead of a standard bowl of mashed potatoes, why not kick things up a notch by whipping up fried mashed potato balls? We guarantee all of these elevated classics will be a hit no matter the gathering, so don’t hesitate to invite your loved ones over and give them a try.
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Chicken Pot Pie Baked Potatoes
Breaking into the crust of a warm, crispy chicken pot pie is a core memory for many, and this recipe combines two classic comfort foods in one. Meet the chicken pot pie baked potato, which combines the traditional fillings on top of a soft russet potato leaving you with the most decadent dish.
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Fried Mashed Potato Balls
You can deep fry anything these days, and mashed potatoes are no exception as evidenced by these fried mashed potato balls. Combine grandma’s mashed potato recipe with bacon, cheese, chives, and seasonings. Then, add to a pan of oil or an air fryer until it turns into starchy perfection.
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3
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Soup
Any form of chicken soup is a grandma go-to, from the classic chicken noodle to chicken and wild rice. We know the whole family will love this creamy alternative filled with chicken, vegetables, pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, Tuscan kale, and half-and-half.
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Roast Beef and French Onion Grilled Cheese
A slow-roasted beef dinner is the ultimate comfort food. It’s delicious on day one, but often better when enjoyed as leftovers. Pile a few pieces onto rye bread topped with onions and melted Gruyère cheese for a knock-your-socks-off lunch.
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Cacio E Pepe Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts continue to get the respect they deserve, but odds are, grandma knew their value long ago. These Cacio E Pepe-inspired sprouts will pack a peppery punch at the next celebration. They’re best topped with finely grated pecorino and parmesan cheeses.
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Brown Butter Snickerdoodle Cookies
Snickerdoodles are synonymous with visits to grandma’s house, and while her warm, fresh-baked batches may never be beaten, we have a recipe that’s worth adding to the roster. Swap melted butter for browned butter to bring out all the savory and sweet flavors.
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Jalapeño Popper Potato Salad
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The family picnic will never be the same once you bring the heat with jalapeño popper potato salad. While you can certainly follow this recipe, you can also elevate your own family’s preferred version by adding plenty of bacon, shredded cheddar, and a few thinly sliced peppers.
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Everything Deviled Eggs
The correct way to make deviled eggs has been a heated debate for generations. While it may deviate from the traditional, these everything deviled eggs up the ante with a myriad of flavorful seasonings and a slice of salmon.
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Apple Pie Cheesecake
This dessert is truly the best of both worlds, and we only wish this apple pie and cheesecake hybrid had been on the list of passed-down recipes long ago. It may be a labor of love, but we all know that’s the main ingredient in grandma’s recipes anyway.
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Cornbread Waffles
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Finally, elevate any breakfast spread by bringing together cornbread and waffles. Then, while they’re still warm, level them up by slathering honey butter all over.
