Our Mission: Preserving Grandma's Recipes for Generations to Come
My Grandma Recipes was born from a simple fear: that the recipes our grandmothers made with love—the ones scribbled on index cards, stained with butter, and passed down through whispered instructions—might be lost forever.
We're a team of home cooks, food lovers, and devoted grandchildren who believe that the best recipes don't come from famous chefs or trendy restaurants. They come from family kitchens, Sunday dinners, and the patient hands of grandmothers who never needed a measuring cup because they just knew.
How It All Started
In 2023, our founder Martha Collins inherited her grandmother's recipe box—a worn tin filled with decades of culinary wisdom. Some cards were so faded she could barely read them. Others had notes like "add more love" or "Aunt Ruth's version, better than mine." That box sparked a mission: to collect, test, and share these treasured family recipes before they disappear.
Today, My Grandma Recipes is home to hundreds of old-fashioned recipes from diverse American kitchens—Southern comfort food, soul food traditions, Tex-Mex family favorites, and classic American dishes that have brought families together for generations.
What We Believe In
- Triple-Tested Reliability: Every recipe is made at least three times by different home cooks before we publish it. If it doesn't work perfectly in a real kitchen, it doesn't make the cut.
- From Scratch, With Love: We honor the way grandmothers cooked—with real ingredients, honest techniques, and no mysterious shortcuts. You'll always know exactly what's in your food.
- Clear, Patient Instructions: We write like we're cooking alongside you, explaining every step for beginners while respecting experienced cooks' time.
- Preserving Heritage: Food is culture. Food is memory. Food is love made edible. We're committed to keeping these traditions alive.
Our Promise to You
When you make a recipe from My Grandma Recipes, you're not just cooking dinner—you're connecting with generations of home cooks who stood in their kitchens, fed their families, and created memories around the table. We take that responsibility seriously.
Every recipe works. Every instruction is clear. Every dish is worth your time. That's the My Grandma Recipes guarantee.
Meet the Family Behind the Recipes
Our team:
Martha Collins
Culinary Specialty:
Old Fashioned Comfort Food & Southern Baking Passed Down Through GenerationsPersonal Quote:
"126+ 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."Experience & Training:
Standing on a stool in Grandma Eileen's Tennessee kitchen is where my love for old-fashioned comfort food began. She taught me to cook with instinct, not just measuring cups. With over 126 tested recipes , I aim to pass that same generational comfort to your family table.Discover my recipes:
Denise Washington
Culinary Specialty:
Soul Food & Sunday Dinner Traditions Celebrating Four Generations of Family CookingPersonal Quote:
"Denise Washington, hospitality management graduate – Soul Food & Sunday Dinner Traditions Celebrating Four Generations of Family Cooking, bringing people together with food that nourishes the soul."Experience & Training:
In my Baton Rouge kitchen, Soul Food and Sunday Dinner Traditions are more than just meals; they're a sacred connection to four generations of family cooking. My 1+ recipes are a testament to this legacy. I cook with intention, gratitude, and a whole lot of love, honoring our ancestors' memories to bring you closer to your own.Discover my recipes:
Carlos Mendez
Culinary Specialty:
Comfort Food Fusion & Quick Family Meals Inspired by Abuela's Texas-Mexican KitchenPersonal Quote:
"Carlos Mendez, recipe developer – Comfort Food Fusion & Quick Family Meals Inspired by Abuela's Texas-Mexican Kitchen. Making heritage flavors weeknight friendly!"Experience & Training:
¡Hola! I'm Carlos Mendez, blending Abuela's Texas-Mexican comfort food with quick family meals. My passion began with family recipes, and now I share that culinary warmth with you. WithDiscover my recipes:
Emily Nguyen
Culinary Specialty:
Classic Recipes Reimagined for Modern Kitchens & First-Time Home CooksPersonal Quote:
"Emily Nguyen, food blogger – Reimagining classic recipes for modern kitchens & first-time cooks. Making cooking approachable and fun for everyone!"Experience & Training:
I used to survive on instant ramen, but now I'm here to demystify classic recipes for your modern kitchen. My promise to you is simple: easy-to-follow steps, no matter your experience. I'm learning alongside you, sharing every win and (many!) fails. Let's make cooking less intimidating, together!Discover my recipes:
Join Our Kitchen
Have a family recipe you'd like to share? A question about one of our dishes? Or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you.