Homemade food and delicious meals help bring folks close. These are tried and true recipes to help you succeed in the kitchen. Click around for scratch-made meal ideas with step-by-step instructions on each post
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Appetizers
Appetizers set the stage for a tasty meal or fun party. These homemade starters are stars.
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Everyday Meals
Family tested, always delicious and easy to fix any day of the week.
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Vegetarian
Recipes minus the meat. Check out these yummy ways to enjoy veggies and meatless eating.
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About Melinda
I'm not a chef and never went to culinary school but I love to cook! I've been creating recipes and sharing scratch made meals for more than 30 years in my home kitchen. As a former TV journalist and two-time breast cancer survivor, I totally understand how busy and stressful life can get. But delicious homemade food helps every time.
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I LOVE every recipe on this website and these are the ones that really bring people together. Gather your family and enjoy my 100% favorite recipes!
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Sides
Every great entrée needs a few delicious sides. Browse the options here and discover a new sidekick for your next main course.
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Desserts
From scratch-made desserts with fresh fruit to mini-pies and buttercream frosting, there's something sweet here for everyone in the family.
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Auntie's Favorites
Browse these tried and true, home-cooked recipes inspired by, or created by, someone very special.
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