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Grandma Made These 18 Dishes Weekly—Why Don’t We Anymore?

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Remember how grandma made these dishes weekly, and somehow they always hit the spot, no matter what kind of day you were having? Somewhere along the way, they got replaced by quicker fixes and trendier bites, but honestly, they deserve a comeback. Let’s take a little trip down memory lane (and maybe back into the kitchen).

Hot Browns

Two ramekins with baked hot browns.
Hot Brown With Béchamel Cheese Sauce. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


 

Kentucky Hot Browns are perfect for leftover turkey, but they’re so good, you don’t have to wait for the holidays.
Get the Recipe: Hot Brown With Béchamel Cheese Sauce

Green Bean Casserole

A serving spoon in a green bean casserole made from scratch,
Creamy Green Bean Casserole Without Canned Soup. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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Follow these steps at home to make this creamy casserole with fresh green beans. No canned mushroom soup here! A homemade cream sauce is used.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Green Bean Casserole Without Canned Soup

Pea Salad

A bowl of pea salad with a serving spoon.
Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This green pea salad is a Southern favorite that comes together in one bowl. Easy to make ahead, it’s flavorful with a touch of a spicy kick.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Pea Salad With Cheddar Cheese

Beef Stroganoff

A serving dish of creamy beef stroganoff.
Beef Stroganoff With Homemade Cream Of Mushroom Soup. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This one-pot Beef Stroganoff is made with ground beef and homemade mushroom soup for an extra flavor boost.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stroganoff With Homemade Cream Of Mushroom Soup

Cornish Game Hens

A white rectangular dish contains cooked chicken breasts covered in a creamy herb sauce. The dish, showcasing one of our cherished family recipes, is garnished with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh thyme sprigs. A wooden spoon rests on the side, and the dish is set on a rustic wooden surface with a cloth underneath.
Easy Slow Cooker Cornish Hens With Rich Creamy Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make Marry Me Slow Cooker Cornish Hens Recipe has a rich & creamy gravy with sweet chewy sun-dried tomatoes in a creamy sauce.
Get the Recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Cornish Hens With Rich Creamy Sauce

Meatloaf

A close-up of a blue plate with succulent meatloaf slices drizzled in red sauce. A fork and knife are artfully placed beside the meatloaf on the plate, all set against a light blue table surface.
A Perfectly Moist Meatloaf Made With Oatmeal. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This juicy Meatloaf is made with oatmeal for a heartier texture and flavor and paired with an elevated take on the classic ketchup glaze.
Get the Recipe: A Perfectly Moist Meatloaf Made With Oatmeal

Southern Shepherd’s Pie

A spoon full of shepherd's Pie.
Classic Shepherd’S Pie Recipe With Ground Beef. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This traditional Shepherds Pie Recipe is a savory meat pie topped with creamy mashed potatoes. A classic comfort food for cold weather months.
Get the Recipe: Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe With Ground Beef

Chicken Pot Pie

A skillet of chicken pot pie covered with puff pastry.
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie With Puff Pastry. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This super easy chicken pot pie recipe is made with flaky puff pastry for ease and a beautiful crispy texture on top.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Chicken Pot Pie With Puff Pastry

Apple Waldorf Salad

A bowl of apple salad with a serving spoon next to it.
Old Fashioned Apple Waldorf Salad. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This classic Waldorf Salad recipe never goes out of style. Crispy apples, celery, walnuts, and sweet raisins are coated in a light mayonnaise dressing.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Apple Waldorf Salad

Ground Beef Casserole

A close-up of a casserole dish with a slice of cheesy, ground beef-topped biscuit bake—one of the ultimate ground beef casseroles—being lifted by a spatula. The dish is garnished with chopped herbs.
Hamburger Casserole With Buttermilk Biscuits. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Hamburger casserole with biscuits has a layer of flaky biscuits topped with a hearty Sloppy Joe filling. It’s comfort food heaven for busy nights.
Get the Recipe: Hamburger Casserole With Buttermilk Biscuits

Scalloped Potatoes

A serving spoon removing some potato and ham casserole.
Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes And Ham. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Scalloped potatoes and ham is a comforting casserole of potatoes and tasty chunks of ham in a creamy white sauce under a layer of gooey gruyere.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Scalloped Potatoes And Ham

Carrot Salad

A bowl of carrot raisin salad with a serving spoon.
Old Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Fresh carrot raisin salad is EASY and so flavorful! All you need is a bowl and a grater to make this slightly sweet classic salad.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Carrot Salad With Raisins

Chicken and Dumplings

A bowl of hearty chicken and dumplings soup is shown. The bowl contains shredded chicken, vegetables like carrots, and two large, fluffy dumplings. The dish is garnished with chopped parsley and fresh ground black pepper, and a spoon rests on the side.
Southern Chicken And Dumplings With Steamed Biscuits. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Make this classic Southern Chicken and Dumplings. It’s made with chicken thighs, veggies, a rich broth, and steamed biscuits.
Get the Recipe: Southern Chicken And Dumplings With Steamed Biscuits

Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole

A serving spoon scooping out chicken casserole.
Southern Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole (No Rice). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Chicken poppy seed casserole made with a homemade creamy filling and a crispy poppy seed cracker topping is great for a potluck or weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Southern Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole (No Rice)

Salisbury Steak

A pan filled with Salisbury steak patties covered in creamy brown mushroom gravy, with sliced mushrooms visible throughout the sauce—a true classic inspired by old school recipes.
Homemade Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy!). 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!
Get the Recipe: Homemade Salisbury Steak Recipe (Easy!)

Pasta Salad

A side dish of pesto pasta next to fresh parsley.
Parsley Pesto Pasta Salad With Walnuts. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This easy parsley pesto pasta salad with walnuts is a great summertime salad and incredibly simple to make for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Parsley Pesto Pasta Salad With Walnuts

Tuna Noodle Casserole

A serving spoon of tuna casserole.
Tuna & Noodle Casserole Without Canned Soup. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This easy, nostalgic tuna noodle casserole recipe skips the canned soup and includes a crunchy potato chip topping for a dinner everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Tuna & Noodle Casserole Without Canned Soup

Swedish Meatballs

A platter of Swedish meatballs over pasta.
Swedish Meatballs With Lingonberry Jam. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Swedish Meatballs with a creamy sour cream gravy, are great all by themselves or served over pasta with Lingonberry Jam.
Get the Recipe: Swedish Meatballs With Lingonberry Jam

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