24 Recipes That Remind You of Grandma’s Cooking at Home

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Food always hits differently when it reminds you of grandma’s kitchen. These recipes are inspired by those familiar meals that people grew up with and still look forward to today. Think simple ingredients, steady hands, and dishes that always end up shared around a full table. This list brings together those comforting favorites that never really go out of style.

Baked Spaghetti Casserole

Baked Spaghetti Casserole. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Baked Spaghetti Casserole. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.


 

Baked Spaghetti Casserole is a family favorite made with a meaty marinara sauce, 4 types of cheese, herbs over spaghetti noodles.
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Classic Baked Ziti

Classic Baked Ziti Recipe (Easy!). Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Classic Baked Ziti Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Warm and comforting, this is an easy-to-make classic Baked Ziti recipe filled with Italian Sausage, tomato sauce, and cheese to the max!
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Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole is a great weeknight meal that comes together in a cinch even though it’s made from scratch!
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Tuna Noodle Casserole

Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe (No Soup). Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe (No Soup). Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Tuna Noodle Casserole is a delicious & quick 30 minute weeknight meal. Made with a homemade creamy sauce, frozen veggies, tuna & topped with chips.
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Crock Pot Hamburger Soup

Crock Pot Hamburger Soup Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Crock Pot Hamburger Soup Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This humble and simple Hamburger Soup recipe is the perfect comforting dinner or quick weeknight meal. Filled with ground beef and veggies!
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Turkey A La King

Turkey a la King. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Turkey a la King. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Turkey ala King is similar to a pot pie and is a great way to give new life to Thanksgiving leftovers! A great meal in less than 30 mins!
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Chicken Divan Casserole

Chicken Divan Casserole. Photo credit Southern Plate.
Chicken Divan Casserole. Photo credit: Southern Plate.

With chicken, broccoli, cheddar cheese, and bread crumbs, this creamy chicken divan casserole is a fancy name for a good down-home casserole
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Original Tater Tot Hotdish Recipe

Original Tater Tot Hotdish Recipe. Photo credit Intentional Hospitality.
Original Tater Tot Hotdish Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make this original tater tot hotdish recipe with ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, mixed veggies, and crispy tater tots. An easy, classic!
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Southern Chicken Fried Chicken With Gravy

Southern Chicken Fried Chicken with Gravy. Photo credit Butter and Baggage.
Southern Chicken Fried Chicken with Gravy. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Crunchy, crispy Chicken Fried Chicken with a double-dipped coating and rich gravy is a Southern comfort food classic you’ll love!
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Stuffed Peppers Recipe

Stuffed Peppers Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Stuffed Peppers Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

An amazingly savory and sweet stuffed peppers recipe, filled with pork, beef, and rice served with a tasty tomato sauce. So delicious!
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Bean and Ham Soup

Bean And Ham Soup. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Bean and Ham Soup. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Loaded with vegetables, seasonings, navy beans ham & ham shank, Ham & Bean Soup is a simple & delicious way to use up leftover ham for a hearty cold weather meal.
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Cabbage Rolls

Cabbage Rolls (Step By Step!). Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Cabbage Rolls. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This classic Cabbage Roll recipe is made with a ground beef, pork & rice mixture, wrapped in tender cabbage leaves & baked with a simple tomato sauce.
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Creamy Potato Salad (No Eggs!)

Creamy Potato Salad (No Eggs!). Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Creamy Potato Salad (No Eggs!). Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Get this quintessential potato salad recipe, filled with boiled potatoes, onions, celery and tossed in a vinegary mayonnaise dressing.
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Easy English Pea Salad Recipe With Bacon + Blue Cheese

Easy English Pea Salad Recipe With Bacon + Blue Cheese. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Easy English Pea Salad Recipe With Bacon + Blue Cheese. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This yummy Pea Salad, made with bacon and blue cheese, is the perfect Springtime side dish. Be sure to try this soon!
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The Best Ever Meatloaf

The Best Ever (Moist) Meatloaf Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
The Best Ever Meatloaf Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This is the best moist Meatloaf Recipe that is easy to follow, flavorful, tender. Made with a sweet ketchup glaze. A classic version.
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Easy Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumpling

Easy Old Fashioned Chicken And Dumpling Recipe Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Easy Old Fashioned Chicken And Dumpling Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This homemade Old Fashioned Chicken and Dumpling Recipe is just like grandma used to make with buttery, pillowy dumplings.
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Ham Salad

Ham Salad Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest. (1)
Ham Salad Recipe. Photo credit Lauren’s Latest.

A classic chunky Ham Salad recipe with ham, pickles, onion, and celery all mixed together with mayonnaise and seasoned with salt and pepper!
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Tuna Salad Sandwich

Tuna Salad Sandwich. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Tuna Salad Sandwich. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Craving a delicious tuna salad sandwich? Try this quick and easy recipe packed with savory flavors and fresh ingredients.
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Simple Macaroni Salad Recipe

Simple Macaroni Salad Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Simple Macaroni Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This simple Macaroni Salad Recipe is delicious and can be made in 15 minutes! It’s the perfect creamy, crunchy, fresh and cold summer salad.
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Homemade Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

Homemade Macaroni And Cheese Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Homemade Macaroni And Cheese Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Nothing better than Macaroni and Cheese! Get this simple recipe for Macaroni and Cheese featuring three cheeses and a crispy, salty topping.
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Ambrosia Salad

Ambrosia Salad Recipe (with Sour Cream). Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Ambrosia Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

You’ll love this mouthwatering Ambrosia Salad Recipe made with fruit, coconut, pecans, marshmallows and tossed with whipped cream.
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Easy Beef Stroganoff

Easy Beef Stroganoff Recipe. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Easy Beef Stroganoff Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Never need another recipe for this Beef Stroganoff again! Tender strips of beef in a sour cream mushroom gravy all served over egg noodles.
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The Best Baked Beans with Ground Beef

The Best Baked Beans with Ground Beef. Photo credit Practically Homemade.
The Best Baked Beans with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Practically Homemade.

These baked beans with ground beef are a hearty, meaty side dish that is perfect for your next cookout. Guests will love this flavorful side!
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Homemade Salisbury Steak

Homemade Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy!) Photo Credit Lauren's Latest.
Homemade Salisbury Steak Recipe. Photo Credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Salisbury Steak is an American classic, thanks to its comforting gravy and tender steak. Served with a delicious mushroom gravy!
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Scalloped Potatoes Recipe

Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Scalloped Potatoes. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This easy recipe for Scalloped Potatoes is one you will make again and again. Extremely creamy and cheesy potato perfection for any holiday!
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Homemade Biscuits and Sausage Gravy

Biscuits And Sausage Gravy. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Biscuits and Sausage Gravy. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Biscuits and Gravy is the ideal meal for those cold, gloomy winter days. Light, buttery homemade biscuits & gravy defines comfort food!
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A Truly Classic Bread Pudding With Vanilla Sauce

A Truly Classic Bread Pudding With Vanilla Sauce. Photo credit Easy Southern Desserts.
A Truly Classic Bread Pudding With Vanilla Sauce. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Indulge in the classic comfort of bread pudding, a rich and creamy baked dessert made with chunks of stale bread soaked in a sweet custard.
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Crockpot Rotel Sausage Dip

Crockpot Rotel Sausage Dip. Photo credit Semi Homemade Kitchen. (1)
Crockpot Rotel Sausage Dip. Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Crockpot Rotel Sausage Dip is the ultimate easy appetizer! Just 3 ingredients and a slow cooker for a cheesy, crowd-pleasing party dip.
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Easy Stovetop Rice Pudding

Easy Stovetop Rice Pudding. Photo credit Savor the Best.
Easy Stovetop Rice Pudding. Photo credit Savor the Best.

Creamy stovetop rice pudding with brown sugar, vanilla, and a touch of sweetness. An easy one pot dessert that’s perfect warm or chilled.
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Best Ever Beef Stew

Best Ever Beef Stew. Photo credit Lauren's Latest.
Best Ever Beef Stew. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Never worry about how to make beef stew again with this Irish Beef Stew Recipe with Mashed Potatoes! Super tasty and perfect for dinner.
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