Martha Collins

Martha Collins
Martha Collins
Old Fashioned Comfort Food & Southern Baking Passed Down Through Generations

287+ recipes by Martha Collins – Old Fashioned Comfort Food & Southern Baking Passed Down Through Generations. Bringing you the magic of Grandma's kitchen, one delicious bite at a time.

About Me:

Meet Martha Collins

Some of my earliest memories are standing on a wooden step stool in my grandmother's kitchen in rural Tennessee, watching her transform simple ingredients into pure magic. She never used measuring cups—just her hands, her instincts, and generations of knowledge passed down from her own mother and grandmother before her.

When Grandma Eileen passed away in 2015, I inherited her recipe box—a worn tin filled with handwritten index cards, newspaper clippings, and notes scribbled on napkins. Some cards were so stained with butter and flour that I could barely read them. That box became my most treasured possession, and My Grandma Recipes was born from my desire to preserve these recipes and share them with families everywhere.

My Cooking Philosophy

Background & Experience

I'm a mom of three (ages 8, 12, and 15), married to my high school sweetheart, and living in the same small town where I grew up. I spent fifteen years as an elementary school teacher before leaving to focus on recipe development and food writing full-time. My work has been featured in Southern Living, Taste of Home, and several local newspapers.

When I'm not in the kitchen, you'll find me tending my vegetable garden, hunting for vintage cookware at estate sales, or teaching my kids the same recipes Grandma taught me. There's no greater joy than watching my daughter pull a perfect pie out of the oven and knowing this tradition will continue.

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My Latest recipes:

Homemade Plum Jam with Fresh Plums

Plum Jam with Fresh Plums

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Home canners wanting Plum Jam will love this simple method. It includes the Recipe Specs for a rich, ruby set without using store-bought pectin.

Rustic Fresh Plum Galette

Fresh Plum Galette for 8 Servings

4.33 (3 Ratings)

This Fresh Plum Galette features tart plums and a flaky crust. Try this easy plum galette recipe with our budget swap table. Ready in 2 hours total.

Easy Plum Cake with a Cinnamon Crunch

Easy Plum Cake with Oil: Moist Baked

4.00 (4 Ratings)

This Easy Plum Cake uses oil for a tender crumb. Try this old fashioned plum cake recipe for a homemade treat. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 60 min.

Quick Baked Plums with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon

Quick Baked Plums with Brown Sugar

4.40 (5 Ratings)

Quick Baked Plums are a warm, syrupy treat. This simple baked plums recipe pairs well with cinnamon. Use our budget swap table for easy plum dessert recipes.

Rustic Summer Plum Tart with Puff Pastry

Summer Plum Tart with Puff Pastry

4.00 (1 Ratings)

This Summer Plum Tart is a jammy delight. Try this Plum Tart with Puff Pastry as a Summer Plum Dessert. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 45 min.

Classic Plum Dessert with Fresh Plums

Classic Plum Dessert for 8 Servings

4.50 (2 Ratings)

This Classic Plum Dessert combines tart fruit and a creamy base. Enjoy this homemade plum dessert with our budget swap table. Ready in 1 hour 10 minutes.

Creamy Homemade Plum Ice Cream

Plum Ice Cream with Fresh Plums

4.33 (3 Ratings)

This Plum Ice Cream balances tart fruit and rich cream. Try our old fashioned plum ice cream recipe with a budget swap table for the best homemade plum ice…

Vanilla Plum Tart with Puff Pastry

Vanilla Plum Tart with Puff Pastry

4.00 (1 Ratings)

This Vanilla Plum Tart features a rich Plum Tart with Crème Patissiere. Check out our budget swap table to save on ingredients. Ready in 55 minutes.

Classic Plum Crumble with Oats

Plum Crumble with Oats

4.00 (3 Ratings)

This Plum Crumble features a buttery oat crust. Use our classic plum crumble recipe and handy temperature chart for the best results. Ready in 50 minutes.

Old Fashioned Yogurt Plum Cake

Yogurt Plum Cake with Greek Yogurt

4.67 (3 Ratings)

This Yogurt Plum Cake is a moist, Old Fashioned treat. Enjoy this homemade Yogurt Plum Cake recipe and use our budget swap table. Ready in 60 minutes.

Spiced Plum Loaf with Sour Cream

Spiced Plum Loaf with Sour Cream

5.00 (1 Ratings)

This Spiced Plum Loaf is a moist plum loaf cake with a tender crumb. Use our budget swap table to adjust ingredients. Ready in 65 minutes for a cozy treat.

Old Fashioned Brown Sugar Plum Cobbler

Plum Cobbler for 8 Servings

5.00 (3 Ratings)

This Plum Cobbler brings a cozy taste of home. Try this Old Fashioned Brown Sugar Plum Cobbler with our budget swap table. Ready in 75 minutes.

Buttery Peach Crisp with Oats

Peach Crisp with Oats in 50 Minutes

4.67 (3 Ratings)

This Peach Crisp uses a simple brown sugar topping. Use frozen peach crisp or canned peach crisp with oats. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 50 minutes.

Peach Oat Crisp with Fresh Peaches

Peach Oat Crisp in 45 Minutes

4.00 (2 Ratings)

This Peach Oat Crisp features warm fruit and a toasted topping. Try this old fashioned peach crisp today. Our budget swap table helps you save on fruit.