
15 Nostalgic Recipes From Grandma's Cookbook
No one really does it like Grandma does. Whether it's dessert, a main dish, or one of her famous sides — Grandma always wins with the best recipes. These 15 Retro Recipes From Grandma's Cookbook are perfect when you're feeling a bit nostalgic!

Goodness gracious, y'all! Just the thought of this treat makes our minds wonder and our mouths start to water! There is nothing like Grandma's Apple Cake to yank you right back into your childhood! Opening the creaky screen door to her house and letting the smell of fresh apples wash across us, that's the only feeling we'll ever need! Grandma's Apple Cake is moist and perfectly sweet and will have you doing whatever little chores Grandma asks, just so you can get another slice. Seriously, this cake has so much superpower, you won't know what came over you. So, go on and take a walk down memory lane to remind yourself that you are the apple of Grandma's eye... it will make you both so happy!

Grandma is always kind of no-fuss. Her recipe for Grandma's Meatloaf, for instance? Mix, bake, brush. That's really it. No sweat, no tears, just a tender loaf of beefy goodness and a sweet ketchup glaze on top! Why stress out about what to make for dinner? Grandma never does. She has Grandma's Meatloaf to fall back on, and it works every time!

Every Sunday our grandma has the whole family over for a massive feast. There are hams and turkeys, macaroni and veggies, salads and desserts... everything you could possibly think of. Every. Single. Sunday. She's impressive and we absolutely love her for it because it's one of our favorite traditions. She switches up the sides quite often, but the one we can always count on to be there is Grandma's Potato Bake. It's quite simple but also totally out of this world! She throws in some tender red potatoes, a tangy onion, salty bacon, and, of course, some butter, and then bakes it all until the flavors perfectly combine and it achieves the prime level of crispiness. It's delicious, y'all! We're so glad Grandma's Potato Bake is her Old Faithful because we can't begin to imagine a Sunday dinner without it!

Granny's got it going on when it comes to Grandma's Famous Bars. Known down the street, over on the next block, and all-around town, everyone knows when she pulls up with these special squares, you're in for a really special treat. Loaded up with melty chocolate chips, tropical coconut flakes, crunchy pecans, and a whole lot of sweetness, it's no question why they're so well-known county-wide. Everyone's got their "thing" they're known for, and for her, it's Grandma's Famous Bars!

She always gets it right! Grandma's Favorite Tetrazzini is just another fine example of her superbly great taste! Tender mushrooms, al dente linguine, sweet peas, and shredded rotisserie chicken all come together beautifully in a lip-smacking parmesan cheese sauce that's hard to resist. She always treats us right with the best of the best — that's Grandma's Favorite Tetrazzini. Secretly, you already know who the favorite is!

Step into grandma's kitchen and you'll be greeted with the irresistible aroma of Grandma's Collard Greens simmering on the stove. This beloved recipe has been passed down through many generations, and our sweet grandma knows how to cook them just right every time. Her secret ingredient? Ham hocks... which add a smoky flavor and savory depth that will make eating your veggies much more enjoyable. With each bite, Grandma's Collard Greens will transport you to a simpler time when family and food are the center of everything.

It's Sunday and it's time for the weekly family potluck... what are you going to bring? Try Grandma's Bologna & Potato Casserole for that delicious, homestyle dish that Aunt Debbie will still be trying to take credit for. Seasoned mashed potatoes that are loaded with parmesan cheese are layered between bologna slices and your favorite cheese slices, and then baked until melted just right. Grandma's Bologna & Potato Casserole is always a tasty choice for your next get together. Sorry, Aunt Debbie, hers is the best!

With age comes wisdom and many years of experience to get things right! Grandma's Famous Apple Crisp has been created so many times that it has reached apple perfection! Loaded with an apple pie filling, then topped with a soft crisp-like covering, this pie replacement is seasoned with all of the apple spice requirements and baked until golden-brown. Easy, delicious, and always requested, Grandma's Famous Apple Crisp is an apple pie-like experience you will grow a fondness for... again and again. How about them apples?!

She covers us with love in multiple ways. One delicious way is with Grandma's 6-Layer Dinner. Thinly sliced, seasoned onions and potatoes, along with some diced green peppers, are simmered on a layer of crumbled ground beef. Then, it's all topped with celery and stewed tomatoes for a cozy blanket of pure yumminess! Stack your meal up to a whole new level with a hug of great flavors from Grandma's 6-Layer Dinner. She's got you covered, and we sure love her for it!

Grandma's Favorite Tuna Bake harkens back to the old classics — sitting at the table, catching up with family and friends, and enjoying big, bold flavors you just can't find anywhere else! The tuna is tender and savory, cushioned in a bed of pasta and topped with crunchy breadcrumbs and sharp parmesan. Creamy, hearty, and above all, comforting, Grandma's Favorite Tuna Bake is like visiting grandma's place when you need a pick-me-up the most!

This isn't any ordinary lasagna. Oh no, this is Grandma's Favorite Lasagna! She knows what's up, too, because there are no other recipes that can compare to the herby tomato sauce that's loaded with not one, but two kinds of meats! That hearty concoction comes together brilliantly stacked between the creamy, cheesy filling and bouncy noodles. Sprinkled with a bunch more cheese, Grandma's Favorite Lasagna is yummy proof you should never question her when it comes to food!

Grandma's Favorite Butterscotch Pudding isn't just her favorite... it's destined to be one of yours as well! That creamy, golden-orange pudding is just so rich and buttery, with that distinct smoky note that makes butterscotch so enticing. It's simple and rustic, but lip-licking delicious and actually fairly simple to make! A home-cooked meal just wouldn't be complete without a bowl of Grandma's Favorite Butterscotch Pudding to finish it off with!

These chops have to be the best dinner ever! Grandma's Juicy Pork Chops are crispy on the outside and juicy and succulent on the inside, as the sweet-and-savory pork is beautifully crusted in golden-brown, herbaceous breadcrumbs. Even before that, each pork chop is brined for extra savory flavor and great depth. Grandma always knows how to make the most out of her meals, which is why Grandma's Juicy Pork Chops are so astounding!
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We always wondered how Grandma always seemed to have her famous Grandma's Cherry Fluff ready whenever loved ones stopped by unannounced or a last-minute party began. Turns out her secret is that it takes 10 minutes or less to make and is so easy that anyone can whip it up in a flash; the only challenge might just be making enough! Soon enough, everyone will be digging into the tropically fruity, creamy, and nutty treat with bites of fluffy miniature marshmallows for added texture. Grandma's Cherry Fluff can be eaten on its own or spread over cookies or even cupcakes: you'll be discovering new ways to enjoy this sweetness!

There's literally nothing better than a homemade cookie at grandma's house. But just you wait! Grandma's Iced Oatmeal Cookies win the most superior blue ribbon over all the other kinds she makes! Sit down chocolate chip, these caramel-y, oat-y disks are the moistest treat you'll ever taste. And don't cringe, sweet raisins and crunchy pecans are stirred in... we know not everyone loves that in their cookies, but once you take a bite of these, it'll finally all make sense. The best part? The creamy, buttery frosting and pretty white sprinkles that really do make these bites the best ever. Grandma's Iced Oatmeal Cookies will forever have first place in our hearts!























