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    These 13 Recipes From Mom Are So Good, You’ll Never Order Takeout Again!

    Published: Sep 18, 2024 by Barbara Curry

    Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links.

    You know those recipes from mom that just hit different? I’ve got a whole list of them, and trust me, they’re so good you’ll wonder why you ever bothered with takeout. Whether it’s a cozy classic or something that reminds you of home, these meals are pure comfort. Let’s just say, your kitchen is about to get a serious workout!

    Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes

    A casserole dish with chicken casserole and a wooden spoon.
    Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.


     

    Creamy, loaded with cheese, and chunks of tender chicken, this Chicken Hashbrown Casserole is topped with crispy cornflakes.
    Get the Recipe: Cozy Chicken Hashbrown Casserole With Cornflakes

    Smothered Pork Chops With Mushroom Gravy

    A skillet of pork chops with a spoon full of mushroom gravy.
    Smothered Pork Chops With Mushroom Gravy. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

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    Smothered pork chops with mushroom gravy are rich, satisfying, Southern comfort food. Thick, savory homemade gravy and tender mushrooms!
    Get the Recipe: Smothered Pork Chops With Mushroom Gravy

    Tender And Juicy Apple Stuffed Baked Boneless Pork Chops

    Two apple stuffed pork chops on a plate.
    Tender And Juicy Apple Stuffed Baked Boneless Pork Chops. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This ONE-PAN pork chops with apples recipe yields seared pork that’s stuffed with sweet sautéed apples and baked to caramelized perfection.
    Get the Recipe: Tender And Juicy Apple Stuffed Baked Boneless Pork Chops

    Tuna & Noodle Casserole Without Canned Soup

    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

    Cheesy Spaghetti Casserole With Ground Beef

    A red pot full of spaghetti casserole with two serving 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

    No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon

    Parsley being sprinkled over warm potato salad
    No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    This warm Roasted Potato Salad is not only great for your next potluck or cook out, but it’s perfect for a simple dinner.
    Get the Recipe: No Mayo Roasted Potato Salad With Bacon

    Swedish Meatballs With Lingonberry Jam

    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

    Old Fashioned Apple Waldorf Salad

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    Old Fashioned Apple Waldorf Salad. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Waldorf Salad recipe never goes out of style because it’s a classic with crispy apples, celery, walnuts, and sweet raisins.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Apple Waldorf Salad

    Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat

    A skillet of baked beans with ground beef with a serving spoon.
    Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    These easy baked beans with ground beef are a perfect side dish for cookouts. Smoky with a sticky sweet sauce, they’re a classic.
    Get the Recipe: Southern Baked Beans With Hamburger Meat

    Southern Chicken And Dumplings With Steamed Biscuits

    A pot filled with chicken and dumplings. The dish features round, golden dumplings resting in a savory broth with visible carrots, herbs, and bits of chicken. The surface is garnished with chopped parsley. The pot sits on a blue-gray countertop.
    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

    30-Minute Baked Mac & Cheese With Spinach

    A spoon full of baked mac and cheese with spinach.
    30-Minute Baked Mac & Cheese With Spinach. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Baby spinach leaves are mixed into this rich, creamy gruyere and cheddar macaroni and cheese before it’s baked to perfection for 30 minutes.
    Get the Recipe: 30-Minute Baked Mac & Cheese With Spinach

    Super Cheesy Ham Casserole

    A serving of ham and cheese casserole in a spoon.
    Super Cheesy Ham Casserole. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

    Made with simple ingredients, this Ham and Cheese Casserole recipe is a great way to use up leftover ham for an easy weeknight dinner.
    Get the Recipe: Super Cheesy Ham Casserole

    Super Tender Crock Pot Yankee Pot Roast

    pot roast on a platter
    Super Tender Crock Pot Yankee Pot Roast. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

    Super Tender Slow Cooker Yankee Pot Roast—just 10 mins to prep! Enjoy a comfort meal with tender veggies and a thick, creamy gravy.
    Get the Recipe: Super Tender Crock Pot Yankee Pot Roast

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    Barbara Curry is the culinary adventurer of Butter & Baggage. With a dedicated enthusiasm for real butter made from happy cows she is in constant pursuit of delicious recipes and tasty dishes. She shares her experiences, ventures, and occasional misadventures because let’s face it things can get messy in any kitchen.

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