37 Easy Recipes We Used To Love At Grandma’s
There’s something timeless about the dishes we enjoyed at Grandma’s house, and we’ve put together a collection of recipes that bring those warm memories right into your kitchen.
These classics are easy to make and filled with comforting flavors that can transport you back to those cozy family gatherings. Whether you’re looking to recreate a nostalgic meal or introduce these favorites to the next generation, our selection has everything you need to make dining at home feel extra special.
Oma’s German Cucumber Salad
This tangy and sweet German Cucumber Salad is a delicious side salad that takes only minutes to make.
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Beef And Noodles
Try our easy Crock Pot Beef and Noodle recipe for a satisfying and comforting meal. Perfect for chilly nights or weekends.
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Frozen Lemonade Pie
Indulge in the delight of a frozen Lemonade Pie, a year-round dessert that brings the refreshing taste of summer to your kitchen.
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Easy Shepherd’s Pie
Make dinner a breeze with this Easy Shepherd’s Pie recipe! Hearty beef, mixed veggies, and creamy potatoes. Perfect for weeknights.
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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
Enjoy our easy homemade Cinnamon Rolls. Soft, gooey, and topped with a delightful frosting. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Chicken And Rice Casserole
Chicken and Rice Casserole is the perfect comfort food that is delicious and easy to make. Juicy rotisserie chicken, fluffy rice, and veggies are baked perfectly with bubbly, golden cheese.
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Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Welcome to a new spin on a classic! This Chicken Pot Pie Casserole combines the familiar taste of your favorite comfort meal with the ease of a casserole. With a handful of simple ingredients like chicken, vegetables, and biscuits, this recipe promises a satisfying and delectable dish.
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Oma’s German Krautfleckerl
Krautfleckerl is a rich, hearty fried cabbage and bacon noodle dish with ham and bacon. Experience the warmth and comfort of a traditional German dish with this delicious fried cabbage and noodle recipe: crispy bacon, savory ham, caramelized cabbage and onions, tender pasta, and a hint of nutty Parmesan cheese.
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Easy Crockpot Steak Bites Perfect For Busy Weeknights
Enjoy the tasty goodness of our mouthwatering Crockpot Steak Bites recipe. These tender and flavorful bites are a great choice for a comforting meal.
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Lemon Icebox Pie
Indulge in a heavenly Lemon Icebox Pie! This easy, no-bake treat boasts a tangy, silky smooth filling and buttery graham cracker crust.
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Easy Salisbury Steak
Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak! Tender beef patties simmered in rich mushroom gravy with simple ingredients. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
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Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
Indulge in this comforting and delicious chicken noodle soup recipe made in a Dutch oven. Perfect comfort food for any occasion.
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Omi’s German Apple Cake
Our traditional German apple cake (Apfelkuchen) with streusel topping is a classic dessert all over Germany. And you don’t even have to travel further than your kitchen because you can make this delicious dessert at home.
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Ham and Potato Casserole
Indulge in our hearty and filling ham and potato casserole, the perfect recipe for foodies craving a tasty weeknight meal.
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Creamy Cucumber Salad
This creamy Cucumber Salad is based on a classic German recipe. It’s made with crispy cucumbers and a fresh herb dressing.
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Easy German Chicken Schnitzel
Chicken Schnitzel is an easy twist on a classic German Schnitzel recipe. It’s got crispy on the outside and juicy chicken on the inside.
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Easy Juicy Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs
Indulge in mouthwatering Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs, a delectable dish of tender, juicy pork that will leave you craving for more.
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Amish Macaroni Salad
You’ll love this sweet and tangy Amish Macaroni Salad if you like quick and easy cold pasta salads. It’s one of our favorite recipes for parties, picnics, and potlucks.
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German Spaetzle
Spaetzle is one of Germany’s most popular side dishes. This classic egg noodle has only five ingredients and takes just 30 minutes to make.
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Green Beans With Bacon
This sauteed Green Beans With Bacon and onion recipe is easy to make and full of flavor. It’s a great side dish that can be served all year long. And at my house, it’s also one of our favorite side dishes on our holiday table. The green beans are cooked until tender, then tossed in a simple sauce with crispy, smoky bacon.
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Hearty Old Fashioned Potato Soup
Get cozy with this rich and creamy Old Fashioned Potato Soup. Made with tender potatoes, onion, bacon, milk, and broth. Simple and delicious.
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Butterkuchen
Butterkuchen (German butter cake) is a timeless, old-fashioned dessert. In Germany, we often serve afternoon cake with coffee or tea. This German dessert is made with a rich blend of milk, sugar, cream, eggs, and flour. And, of course, plenty of butter.
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Potato Pancakes
Classic German Potato Pancakes (German: Kartoffelpuffer) are made from freshly grated potatoes fried to golden brown perfection. Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside.
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German Apple Pancakes
Get ready for a treat with these incredible German Apple Pancakes! They are super simple to make yet wonderfully light and tender. This classic German recipe has all the essentials – eggs, milk, flour, apples, and a dash of cinnamon.
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Twice Baked Potato Casserole
Savor the comfort of creamy potatoes, crispy bacon, and cheesy goodness in our delectable Twice Baked Potato Casserole.
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Hunter’s Schnitzel
Hunter’s Schnitzel (German: Jägerschnitzel) is the comfort food you’ve been craving, featuring crispy pork cutlets smothered in a creamy mushroom sauce. This dish showcases breaded and fried pork loin cutlets and a decadent mushroom cream sauce with mushrooms, cream, and bacon.
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Shredded Pancakes with Soaked Raisins (Empress Sisi’s Favorite) – Austrian Kaiserschmarrn
Our Shredded Pancakes (Austrian: Kaiserschmarrn) take the familiar American pancake and elevate it to new levels with fluffy egg whites and rum-soaked raisins. Create the perfect breakfast or brunch treat with this unique Austrian pancake recipe!
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole is the ultimate comfort food and is perfect for midweek dinners. Chunks of juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and tender pasta combined with Ranch dressing and Alfredo sauce and topped with freshly shredded Mozzarella and Cheddar cheese.
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Ham And Noodle Casserole
Our family loves this quick and easy, hearty Ham and Noodle Casserole (German: Nudelauflauf mit Schincken). Creamy homemade sauce, chunks of savory ham, and velvety egg noodles unite under a layer of melt-in-your-mouth Swiss cheese.
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Opa Ewald’s Easy German Frikadellen Recipe
Frikadellen are tasty, hearty burger-like patties often served on a roll with a side of mustard and Potato or Cucumber Salad.
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Easy Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Parmesan has been a restaurant favorite for years. Learn how easy it is to make Chicken Parmesan at home.
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Lemon Poppy Seed Bread
Indulge in the perfect blend of citrus and poppy seed in our delicious homemade Lemon Poppy Seed Bread. A must-try recipe for all lemon lovers.
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Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese with Pancetta
Take standard mac and cheese to inspire new heights with this smoked gouda mac and cheese with pancetta recipe.
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Old-Fashioned German Raisin Bread
Indulge in the inviting aroma of homemade Raisin Bread – warm, fluffy, and tender. This treat is easy to make using a few simple ingredients!
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Pea Salad
Your family is going to love this classic, creamy Pea Salad. It’s packed with flavor: tender peas, crunchy bacon bits, and bites of hearty Cheddar cheese.
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Dunkaroo Dip
If you’re looking for an easy, homemade, no-bake, delicious dessert recipe, this Dunkaroo Dip is for you. It’s a perfect last-minute dessert.
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Lemon Curd
In just 10 minutes, make a sweet-tart lemon curd perfect for cakes, pastries, or just a spoonful of comfort!
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Maike Corbett is the founder and food blogger of Cheerful Cook, a popular recipe website featuring comfort food recipes from the US and Germany. She has been featured in numerous media outlets, including the AP Wire and MSN.