Every family has at least one. A great cook. Let’s make it you! Here you’ll find tasty, scratch made family favorite recipes inspired from four generations of great family cooks.

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Appetizers

Appetizers set the stage for a tasty meal or fun party. These 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

Yummy recipes that encourage us to eat more veggies from breakfast to dinner.

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About Melinda

I've been creating recipes for more than 30 years in my home kitchen. We're all so busy. Sometimes it's a challenge to make food from scratch and life can be stressful. As a two-time breast cancer survivor, I get it. But homemade food helps.

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Crinkled Favorites

I LOVE every recipe on this website and these are the ones I make most frequently. My crinkled recipe cards are proof of that.

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Sides

Every great entrée needs a few delicious sides. Try these with your next main course.

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Desserts

Wrap up a great meal with the sweetest of treats. From desserts with fresh fruit to mini-pies and buttercream, there's something here for everyone in the family.