Pizza Mac and Cheese Bake for 6 Servings
Master our homemade Pizza Mac and Cheese recipe featuring a velvety red sauce cheese base. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist.…
Martha Collins
118+ 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
- From Scratch, Always: Grandma never opened a can of cream-of-anything soup, and neither do I. Real ingredients create real flavor—there's no shortcut for that.
- Tested Until Perfect: I make every recipe at least three times before sharing it. If my kids won't eat it or my husband doesn't ask for seconds, it doesn't make the cut.
- Clear Instructions: I write recipes like I'm teaching my own daughter—patient, detailed, and assuming you might be learning as you go.
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:
KFC Famous Bowl Recipe in 20 Minutes
Create the perfect KFC Famous Bowl using our easy copycat recipe that beats takeout flavor and texture. This homemade kfc bowls guide includes a step-by-step…
The Very Best Chicken Marinade Recipe for 4 Servings
Master the very best chicken marinade recipe with our balanced pH approach for tender poultry. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes…
Skillet Kielbasa and Sauerkraut for 4 Servings
Master Skillet Kielbasa and Sauerkraut with our easy guide for an amazing Kielbasa Sauerkraut Apple Onion Skillet. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready…
Cinnamon Roll Cookies in 30 Minutes
Master our Cinnamon Roll Cookies recipe for soft, gooey results. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and a common mistakes checklist. Ready in under 30…
Homemade Supreme Pizza in 42 Minutes
Master homemade supreme pizza with our comprehensive recipe. Learn moisture management techniques to avoid sogginess and manage high-heat physics. Includes a…
Brown Butter S'mores Cookies with Sea Salt (30 Min)
Master the Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk S'mores Cookie Recipe with Sea Salt using our step-by-step guide. Includes exact temp chart and common mistakes…
BBQ Chicken Rice Bake with Honey Glaze for 6
Master the BBQ Chicken Rice Bake with our 45-minute recipe. This easy bbq chicken rice bake includes a step-by-step timing guide. Perfect for weeknight dinners.
Three Cheese Rigatoni in 35 Minutes
Master this velvety Three Cheese Rigatoni recipe, focusing on a clean, cheesy sauce without a roux. Includes a common mistakes checklist and exact timing guide…
Heavenly Oreo Dessert: Ready in 4 Hours 20 Mins
Discover the ultimate Heavenly Oreo Dessert recipe. This no bake treat layers a rich chocolate base with a velvety cream. Includes a step-by-step timing guide.
Nannys Chocolate Fudge Brownie Cake in 1 Hour
Master nannys chocolate fudge brownie cake with our step-by-step guide. This fudgy cake brownie recipe features a shatter thin crust and a 10-minute prep.…
Chicken Sauce: Quick & Savory Glaze for 4 Servings
Master the best Chicken Sauce with this quick, velvete-savory glaze using coconut aminos. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist.…
Kool-Aid Popcorn: Shatter Crisp Finish
Master Kool-Aid Popcorn with our step-by-step recipe. Includes an exact temp chart and common mistakes checklist. Ready in 25 minutes!
Cream Cheese Pound Cake Recipe Baked in 1h 40min
Master the classic cream cheese pound cake recipe using our step-by-step guide, featuring a common mistakes checklist and exact internal temperature chart.…
Chinese Hot Mustard Recipe in 17 Minutes
Master Chinese Hot Mustard with our simple cold water activation technique. Learn how to make Chinese Hot Mustard from scratch, rivaling any takeout. Includes…
Strawberry Chip Cookies Cake Mix Cookie in 40 Minutes
Learn how to make the ultimate strawberry chip cookies cake mix cookie with this simple recipe. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect results every…
Sugar Crusted Lemon Cookies in 25 Minutes
Master our homemade Sugar Crusted Lemon Cookies recipe for a citrus zing that snaps. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for flawless results. Ready in 25…
M and M Chocolate Chip Cookies: Soft & Tender
Master the M and M Chocolate Chip Cookie with our classic recipe featuring an extra egg yolk for a tender crumb. Includes a common mistakes checklist and…
Gooey Butter Cake: Ready in 50 Minutes
Master the iconic St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake with our expert recipe. Includes exact temperature chart and common mistakes checklist for perfect results every…
Best Salisbury Steak Recipe with Brown Gravy
Master the best salisbury steak recipe with our step-by-step guide. This easy salisbury steak recipe with brown gravy uses classic techniques for tender…
Leftover Turkey Noodle Casserole: 40 Min
Master this leftover Turkey Noodle Casserole recipe using a scratch-made, velvety sauce. Includes a common mistakes checklist and yield calculator. Ready in 40…
Chocolate Crack Pie: Baked in 50 Minutes
Master the classic Chocolate Crack Pie with this definitive recipe featuring a fudgy center and oat crust. Includes a common mistakes checklist and ingredient…
Stuffed Shells Recipe: 6 Servings, 60 Min Total
Master our hearty stuffed shells recipe with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist for perfect ricotta filling. Ready in just 60 minutes.
BLT Salad Recipe for 4 Servings | Crispy Bacon
Master the traditional blt salad recipe with grandma's trick for shatteringly crisp bacon. See our creamy blt salad dressing tips. Includes common mistakes…
Roasted Potatoes Recipe for 5 Servings
Master these Roasted Potatoes using an alkaline parboil for a glass-like crunch. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist. Perfect…
Ricotta Gnocchi Recipe in 20 Minutes | Italian
Learn the Italian Ricotta Gnocchi recipe that skips potatoes! Achieve a cloud-like texture fast. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes…
Chicken Fried Rice Recipe in 25 Minutes
Master homemade Chicken Fried Rice with our budget-friendly technique for that ultimate takeout flavor. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Quick chicken…
Frosted Football Brownie Football Themed Superbowl Dessert Ready in 30 Min
Master the Frosted Football Brownie Football Themed Superbowl Dessert with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist and exact timing chart.…
Cheers to Galentines in 20 Minutes: Effervescent Cocktail
Master Cheers to Galentines with this vibrant, sparkling cocktail. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect fizz retention. Ready in 15 minutes.
Buffalo Chicken Dip: Ready in 30 Min Creamy Baked
Master Buffalo Chicken Dip with our step-by-step guide. Includes common mistakes checklist and timing guide for perfect texture. Ready in 30 minutes.