Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies: Fudgy Stovetop Treats in 45 Minutes
Master peanut butter no bake cookies with our precise stovetop guide. Includes a step-by-step timing chart for perfect, fudgy results. Ready in 45 minutes.
Martha Collins
179+ 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:
Red Velvet Cheesecake with Chocolate Wafer Crust in 100 Minutes
Master this Homemade Red Velvet Cheesecake with a snappy chocolate wafer crust. Includes our step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 100 minutes of total time.
Banana Pudding Cheesecake: Creamy Southern Dessert for 12 Servings
Master this homemade Banana Pudding Cheesecake with our step-by-step timing guide. A creamy, Southern-inspired treat for 12. Ready in 2h 45min total.
Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe with Sea Salt
Master this Soft and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe with Sea Salt. Includes a common mistakes checklist to ensure dense, fudge-like results. Ready in 25.
Classic Deviled Eggs: Creamy Recipe in 27 Minutes
Master the best creamy Deviled Eggs with our step-by-step guide. Includes a common mistakes checklist for lump-free filling. Ready in 27 minutes.
No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars with Creamy Fudgy Base
Master no bake chocolate peanut butter bars with our step-by-step guide. Features a common mistakes checklist and perfect chilling tips. Ready in 75 minutes.
Millionaire Shortbread: 16 Servings of Buttery Caramel Bars
Master Millionaire Shortbread with our step-by-step guide. Features a precision boiled caramel and stable crust. Ready in 65 minutes. Perfect for dessert.
Homemade Banana Muffins: Tender Crumb in 35 Minutes
Bake the best moist Banana Muffins from scratch. Our recipe features a step-by-step timing guide for bakery-style height. Ready in just 35 minutes.
The Best Carrot Cake Recipe: A Moist Carrot Cake with Pineapple
Bake the best carrot cake recipe featuring a velvety crumb and tangy cream cheese frosting. Includes an exact ingredient chart. Ready in 75 minutes.
Chicken Patties: Pan-Seared for 8 Servings
Master homemade Chicken Patties with our step-by-step guide. Includes an exact ingredient measurement table for perfect results. Ready in 25 minutes.
Caramel Apple Cupcakes in 42 Minutes with Gooey Apple Center
Bake moist Caramel Apple Cupcakes from scratch in 42 minutes. This recipe includes a step-by-step timing guide for the best homemade fall dessert ever.
One Pot Classic Beef Stew: Tender Slow-Cooked Comfort
Master this one pot classic beef stew with our step-by-step timing guide. Features fork-tender chuck roast and a rich, mahogany gravy. Ready in 175 minutes.
Loaded Potato Skins: Crispy Homemade Appetizer in 35 Minutes
Enjoy crispy Loaded Potato Skins with this classic two-step recipe. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for perfect bacon and cheese results in 35 minutes.
Chicken Fried Chicken for 4 Servings with Shattering Crust
Master Chicken Fried Chicken with our step-by-step timing guide. Features a crispy crust and velvety gravy. Ready in 35 minutes for 4 servings. Get cooking!
Chocolate Cherry Cordial Brownies Recipe in 55 Minutes
Master this chocolate cherry cordial brownies recipe with our step-by-step timing guide. Features a fudgy base and silky ganache. Ready in 55 minutes.
Cinnamon Sugar Popcorn Recipe for 4 Servings
Learn to make crispy Cinnamon Sugar Popcorn with this step-by-step timing guide. A quick homemade snack with a shatter-crisp glaze. Ready in 15 minutes.
The Best Bread Pudding: Silky Custard for 9 Servings
Master the best bread pudding with our step-by-step guide. Includes an exact temperature chart and common mistakes checklist. Ready in 125 minutes total.
Cinnamon Swirl Bread: Soft Loaf Baked in 65 Minutes
Bake this soft Cinnamon Swirl Bread from scratch. Features a moisture-rich yogurt base and mahogany cinnamon ripple. Includes step-by-step timing guide.
Stuffed Baked Potatoes: Crispy Salt-Crusted Recipe for 4 Servings
Master easy stuffed baked potatoes with our guide. Features a precise internal temp chart and velvety filling. Perfect for loaded dinner ideas. Ready in 90m.
Swedish Meatballs Recipe with Silky Gravy
Master the authentic swedish meatballs recipe using our slow-cooked method for juicy meatballs and a rich gravy. Includes step-by-step timing guide and common…
Ribeye Steak: Pan-Seared in 25 Minutes
Learn how to cook a truly juicy ribeye steak with our pan-seared recipe. Includes an exact internal temp chart and a common mistakes checklist. Ready in 30…
Roasted Garlic Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe for 4 Servings
Master the roasted garlic fettuccine alfredo recipe with our simple technique for sweet, mellow garlic. Includes step-by-step timing guide for perfect results…
Cajun Alfredo Sauce with 10 Minute Prep
Master this velvety Cajun Alfredo Sauce recipe with Martha Collins’ guidance. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist. Perfect for…
Best Baked Buffalo Wings Recipe for 4 Servings
Master the best baked buffalo wings recipe with this method for shatter crisp skin. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and a common mistakes checklist. Ready…
Honey Mustard Chicken in 25 Minutes
Master this Honey Mustard Chicken recipe using high heat to build a perfect, sticky glaze. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in just 25 minutes!
Toasted Coconut Cherry Hand Pies in 45 Minutes
Learn to make perfect toasted coconut and cherry hand pies with our easy recipe. Includes a timing guide for flaky pastry and common mistakes checklist. Ready…
Buffalo Chicken Chili Recipe for 6 Servings
Master Buffalo Chicken Chili with our step-by-step guide. Includes an exact temperature chart and common mistakes checklist. Perfect for meal prep.
Baked Fudge Recipe with Cocoa Powder in 50 Minutes
Master this old fashioned baked fudge recipe using just cocoa powder! This quick baked fudge yields 8 servings and includes a common mistakes checklist. Ready…
French Dip Sandwiches: Slow-Cooked for 8 Hours
Master these incredible French Dip Sandwiches using the slow cooker method. Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist for perfect…
Pizzaiola Sauce Recipe for 4 Servings
Master this authentic Pizzaiola Sauce recipe! Includes a step-by-step timing guide and common mistakes checklist. This zesty, herby sauce is ready in 20…