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    Home » MSN Slideshows

    17 Recipes Your Mom Probably Made—And We Still Can’t Get Enough

    Published: Sep 2, 2025 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    Growing up, the best memories often came from the kitchen, where familiar smells meant something delicious was on the way. The recipes your mom probably made weren’t just about food, they carried a sense of comfort and tradition. Whether it was a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, those classics still have a way of making us feel at home.

    Southern Chicken Fried Steak With White Gravy

    A bite of chicken fried steak on a fork.
    Southern Chicken Fried Steak With White Gravy. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Tender, juicy, and crispy chicken fried steak is served with creamy white gravy and all of your favorite sides.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Chicken Fried Steak With White Gravy

    Cajun Chicken And Sausage Gumbo (Under An Hour)

    chicken and sausage gumbo in a bowl with the ladle on the side.
    Cajun Chicken And Sausage Gumbo (Under An Hour). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    A warm and comforting Chicken and Sausage Gumbo made with a deep, flavorful roux, andouille sausage, and tender chicken.
    Get the Recipe: Cajun Chicken And Sausage Gumbo (Under An Hour)

    A Perfectly Moist Meatloaf Made With Oatmeal

    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

    Old Fashioned Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup

    Old Fashioned Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup, made with tender chicken breasts, herbs, and veggies in a flavorful broth, perfect for low-stress, hearty meals.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Crockpot Chicken Noodle Soup

    Broccoli Casserole With Homemade Cheese Sauce

    A spoon full of cheesy broccoli casserole in a baking dish.
    Broccoli Casserole With Homemade Cheese Sauce. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This baked, bubbling broccoli and cheddar cheese sauce casserole is a quick and simple side dish made with fresh broccoli — and without soup or rice!
    Get the Recipe: Broccoli Casserole With Homemade Cheese Sauce

    Southern Chicken And Dumplings With Steamed Biscuits

    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

    Cheesy Spaghetti Casserole With Ground Beef

    Cheese being pulled from a pot of spaghetti with two spoons.
    Cheesy Spaghetti Casserole With Ground Beef. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This no-bake spaghetti casserole with ground beef is comfort food at its finest! The secret to this homestyle pasta dinner is a can of mushroom soup!
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Spaghetti Casserole With Ground Beef

    Easy Taco Casserole With Fritos

    A spoon removing a scoop of cheesy taco casserole.
    Easy Taco Casserole With Fritos. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Loaded with ground beef, refried beans, cheese, and crunchy Fritos, this easy taco casserole is the perfect blend of bold flavors and crave-worthy textures.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Taco Casserole With Fritos

    Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds

    A skillet of baked chicken and wild rice casserole.
    Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Ultra creamy, this chicken and wild rice casserole is always a favorite. Chicken, rice, & cheese topped with almonds and no canned soup.
    Get the Recipe: Cheesy Chicken And Wild Rice Casserole Topped With Toasted Almonds

    Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe With Ground Beef

    Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe With Ground Beef. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Originally called “cottage pie” because “shepherd’s pie” was made with lamb instead of beef. But the terms are used interchangeably now, and almost anywhere in the South you will find it made with ground beef.
    Get the Recipe: Classic Shepherd’s Pie Recipe With Ground Beef

    Southern Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole (No Rice)

    A plate of rice covered with poppy seed chicken.
    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)

    Baked Meatballs With Gravy (In The Oven)

    A serving platter with baked meatballs.
    Baked Meatballs With Gravy (In The Oven). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Juicy baked meatballs with parmesan, fresh herbs, and a simple white gravy. Serve over egg noodles for a cozy, Southern-inspired meal.
    Get the Recipe: Baked Meatballs With Gravy (In The Oven)

    Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe With Rotisserie Chicken

    Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe With Rotisserie Chicken. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    From-scratch chicken tetrazzini is a comfort food pasta dish with chicken, savory mushrooms, & pasta baked in a creamy homemade sauce, covered in cheese.
    Get the Recipe: Creamy Chicken Tetrazzini Recipe With Rotisserie Chicken

    Beef Stroganoff With Homemade Cream Of Mushroom Soup

    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

    Southern Style Chicken And Biscuits

    A close-up of a creamy chicken and biscuit casserole, with a spoon lifting a biscuit topped with herbs to reveal the savory filling underneath—perfect for fans of comfort food recipes.
    Southern Style Chicken And Biscuits. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Homemade Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits is Southern comfort food at its best. Buttermilk biscuits top a creamy chicken filling.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Style Chicken And Biscuits

    Million Dollar Chicken Casserole With Cream Cheese

    A serving spoon in a casserole dish of million dollar chicken.
    Million Dollar Chicken Casserole With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This easy million dollar chicken casserole recipe is a from-scratch dinner that is made even better with a buttery, crumbly Ritz cracker crust!
    Get the Recipe: Million Dollar Chicken Casserole With Cream Cheese

    Tortilla Taco Casserole Recipe

    Tortilla Taco Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

    A delicious and easy Taco Casserole Recipe filled with ground beef, corn, tortillas, and cheese baked until hot, melty and bubbly.
    Get the Recipe: Tortilla Taco Casserole Recipe

    Why Everyone’s Cooking These 20 Old-School Recipes Again

    A collage of casseroles: top left, cheesy chicken casserole being served; bottom left, tater tot casserole with a golden crust; right, chicken and gravy over rice in a black bowl, topped with sliced green onions.
    Why Everyone’s Cooking These 20 Old-School Recipes Again. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Lately, it feels like old-school favorites are making a big comeback, and it’s easy to see why. These dishes bring back the flavors and memories we’ve always loved—simple, hearty, and full of comfort. From timeless casseroles to desserts that feel straight out of grandma’s kitchen, they prove that some recipes truly never lose their charm.
    Get the Recipes: Why Everyone’s Cooking These 20 Old-School Recipes Again

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