Welcome to the Crinkled Cookbook! Homemade food is the best. Here you'll find yummy ways to succeed in the kitchen. Click around and discover scratch-made recipes, all worthy of a well-worn, "crinkled" recipe card. Bring family and friends close with your great cooking.
Garden Harvest Recipes
From berries to corn, zucchini to tomatoes and more, these recipes put your garden harvest - or trip to the farmers market - to great use.
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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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Meet Melinda
Hello friends! I'm Melinda. I've been creating recipes for more than 30 years. Cooking at home is my superpower and I'm excited to share recipes and techniques to help you enjoy cooking too. I'm a former TV journalist and a two-time breast cancer survivor. I understand how stressful life can get, but there's always time for great food.
Melinda's Favorites
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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Sauces, Dips and Dressings
Top your best pasta, pizza or salad greens with these recipes. Scratch made toppings are easier than you might think and the fresh taste is out of this world!
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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.
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Auntie's Favorites
Every family has one, a great cook! Browse these recipes inspired by, or created by, someone very special.
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