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    Home » Blog » Best of Food & Drink

    29 of Grandma's Favorite Dinner Recipes You'll Keep Forever

    Modified: Mar 27, 2026 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    From casseroles to burgers and everything in between, this collection of Grandma's favorite dinner recipes brings you 29 hearty, delicious family meals that serve up tasty flavors with a side of comfort in every bite. Try breakfast corned beef hash casserole, breaded cornflake pork chops, hamburger casserole, and so many more.

    Mississippi Pot Roast In The Oven

    A pile of shredded pot roast with tongs squeezing a portion.
    Mississippi Pot Roast In The Oven. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This Mississippi Pot Roast in the Oven is a delicious dinner recipe. The meat is tender and flavorful with a rich and balanced sauce, all baked to perfection.
    Get the Recipe: Mississippi Pot Roast In The Oven

    Pan Seared Lamb Chops

    Pan seared lamb chops on a bed of lettuce.
    Pan Seared Lamb Chops. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas

    These Pan Seared Lamb Chops are a stunning yet fast and easy recipe. Whether you're celebrating or cooking on a Monday, they'll be tender and juicy every time.
    Get the Recipe: Pan Seared Lamb Chops

    Prime Rib Rub

    A jar of rub with a scoop.
    Prime Rib Rub. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This simple Prime Rib Rub is a spice mix quick recipe made of only a few ingredients. It enhances the natural flavor of the meat instead of overpowering it.
    Get the Recipe: Prime Rib Rub

    Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe

    Stack of salmon cakes garnished with parsley, served with sliced cherry tomatoes on a white plate.
    Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe is so easy and super tasty! Use fresh salmon fillet or canned salmon combined with onions, mustard, mayo, crumbs and more!
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Salmon Patties Recipe

    My Grandma's Cream Of Tomato Soup

    A pot of tomato soup with vmacaroni noodles, diced tomatoes, and onions, being stirred with a black ladle, placed on a cloth.
    My Grandma's Cream Of Tomato Soup. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    My Grandma's Cream of Tomato Soup has been my favorite soup ever since I can remember. Creamy tomato goodness in every spoonful!
    Get the Recipe: My Grandma's Cream Of Tomato Soup

    Easy Red Chicken

    A plate of white rice served with a colorful chicken and vegetable stew garnished with parsley. The stew, perfect for irresistible dinners, includes mushrooms, bell peppers, and carrots in a red sauce.
    Easy Red Chicken. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This easy red chicken recipe is quick, also called ketchup chicken, delicious, and always a favorite with everyone.
    Get the Recipe: Easy Red Chicken

    Old Fashioned Cabbage Kielbasa And Bacon

    A plate of cabbage with sliced sausages and a creamy sauce, served on a table with fresh flowers and classic cocktails in the background.
    Old Fashioned Cabbage Kielbasa And Bacon. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Old Fashioned Cabbage Kielbasa and Bacon is a hearty dish, full of flavor using only a few ingredients, budget friendly and ready in less than 30 minutes!
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Cabbage Kielbasa And Bacon

    Easy Chicken And Beans Skillet (5 Ingredients)

    Chicken And Beans in a white bowl.
    Easy Chicken And Beans Skillet. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This chicken and beans skillet is an easy weeknight dinner you can have on the table in no time. AND it's delicious!
    Get the Recipe: Easy Chicken And Beans Skillet (5 Ingredients)

    Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes Recipe

    A flaky biscuit on top of a plate of savory minced beef and diced vegetables in a thick whiskey sauce.
    Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This old fashioned sloppy joes recipe combines the sweet and savory flavors of sloppy joes with rich, buttery biscuits for an easy 20 minute dinner.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Sloppy Joes Recipe

    Grandma's Bacon Cheeseburger Pie

    a photo of Grandma's bacon cheeseburger pie with a piece missing
    Grandma's Bacon Cheeseburger Pie. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Grandma's Bacon Cheeseburger Pie is exactly like a bacon cheeseburger in a pie crust! Ketchup, mustard, relish, bacon, ground meat and lots of cheese!
    Get the Recipe: Grandma's Bacon Cheeseburger Pie

    Bone-In Prime Rib Roast

    A slice of prime rib roast on a cutting board.
    Bone-In Prime Rib Roast. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This juicy Bone-In Prime Rib Roast belongs on every holiday table. It's cooked low and slow to perfection, making each slice soft and succulent every time!
    Get the Recipe: Bone-In Prime Rib Roast

    Breakfast Corned Beef Hash Casserole

    A scoop of Breakfast Corned Beef Hash Casserole is lifted into the air.
    Breakfast Corned Beef Hash Casserole. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This Corned Beef Hash Casserole is full of savory corned beef and crispy hash brown potatoes. Combined with gooey cheese you have the perfect balanced breakfast.
    Get the Recipe: Breakfast Corned Beef Hash Casserole

    Pork Chops With Cream Of Mushroom Soup

    Easy pork chop with creamy mushroom sauce, served alongside mashed potatoes and broccoli, garnished with parsley.
    Pork Chops With Cream Of Mushroom Soup. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Easy Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Sauce are the best way to cook tender pork chops in a flavorful sauce made with cream of mushroom soup. It's absolutely perfect for a weeknight meal!
    Get the Recipe: Pork Chops With Cream Of Mushroom Soup

    The Best Peanut Butter Bacon Burger

    A close-up of a bacon cheeseburger with creamy sauce on a bun, accompanied by a side of fries.
    The Best Peanut Butter Bacon Burger. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This peanut butter bacon burger is the perfect blend of sweetness and saltiness with a touch of savory goodness in every bite.
    Get the Recipe: The Best Peanut Butter Bacon Burger

    Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Burgers (Turtle Backs)

    Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Burgers on plate.
    Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Burgers (Turtle Backs). Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Turtle Backs is an easy recipe with baked or barbecued portobello mushrooms, stuffed with ground beef, burger or hamburger, wrapped in bacon!
    Get the Recipe: Stuffed Portobello Mushroom Burgers (Turtle Backs)

    Breaded Cornflake Pork Chops

    Breaded fried fish fillet garnished with parsley, served on a white plate with roasted asparagus and lemon wedges. Discover easy pork chop recipes for your next meal!
    Breaded Pork Chops with Cornflakes. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    These Cornflake Pork Chops are easy to make and have the perfectly crisp and crunchy texture! The outside cooks up extra crispy while the pork stays nice and juicy on the inside! The best breaded pork chops ever!
    Get the Recipe: Breaded Cornflake Pork Chops

    Peanut Butter And Jelly French Toast

    A plate of peanut butter and jelly french toast decorated with some strawberries.
    Peanut Butter And Jelly French Toast. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This Peanut Butter and Jelly French Toast is a twist on a nostalgic recipe. The fruity jam pairs wonderfully with the peanut butter and is cooked to golden brown perfection.
    Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter And Jelly French Toast

    Brunch Burgers (Breakfast Burger Recipe)

    A close-up of a burger with a fried egg, tomato slice, and beef patty in an english muffin, served on a white plate.
    Brunch Burgers (Breakfast Burger Recipe). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This breakfast burger recipe with juicy burgers, fried egg, bacon, sausage, and veggies is hearty and satisfying breakfast everyone will love.
    Get the Recipe: Brunch Burgers (Breakfast Burger Recipe)

    Mom's Old Fashioned Stovetop Pot Roast

    Roast on mashed potatoes with gravy being poured on top.
    Stove Top Pot Roast. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Mom's Best Easy Stovetop Pot Roast recipe cooks a moist, tender beef pot roast with gravy from scratch for a family dinner everyone will love.
    Get the Recipe: Mom's Old Fashioned Stovetop Pot Roast

    Old-Fashioned Hamburger Casserole

    ground beef potato dish with melted cheese and golden-brown topping in an old-fashioned white baking dish.
    Old-Fashioned Hamburger Casserole. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    An easy recipe, old-fashioned hamburger casserole relies on creamy canned soup and a few other simple ingredients for its flavor and texture!
    Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Hamburger Casserole

    Grilled Cheese Hamburger With Bacon

    Must-Try Grilled Cheese sandwich with melting cheddar, beef patty, and crispy bacon on a blue-striped plate.
    Grilled Cheese Hamburger With Bacon. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas

    This grilled cheese hamburger full of bacon, a burger, and cheese is a budget-friendly and delicious way to enjoy burgers!
    Get the Recipe: Grilled Cheese Hamburger With Bacon

    Frozen Pizza Burgers

    Close-up of a hamburger with a beef patty, melted cheese, and a toasted bun.
    Frozen Pizza Burgers. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This frozen pizza burgers recipe combines two of our favorite comfort foods into one super treat. It's a burger AND a pizza!
    Get the Recipe: Frozen Pizza Burgers

    Easy Cheeseburger Pasta (One Pan Meal)

    A close-up image of a cheesy pasta dish with tomato sauce and ground meat, garnished with chopped parsley.
    Easy Cheeseburger Pasta. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This recipe for Cheeseburger Pasta is the perfect weeknight meal. The tender beef and macaroni pair so well with the cheesy sauce and bacon. It's a true winner!
    Get the Recipe: Easy Cheeseburger Pasta

    Slow Cooker Pork Chops With Apples

    Slow Cooker Pork Chops With Apples on a white plate with mashed potatoes.
    Slow Cooker Pork Chops With Apples. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Slow Cooker Pork Chops with apples are too easy to make and need only a few ingredients and 5 minutes to prepare! I know you'll love them!
    Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Chops With Apples

    Old Fashioned Pork Roast With Vegetables And Gravy (Slow Cooker)

    A plate of pork roast with gravy served alongside mashed potatoes, garnished with herbs, paired with an old fashioned cocktail.
    Old Fashioned Pork Roast With Vegetables And Gravy (Slow Cooker). Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This easy Old Fashioned Pork Roast with Vegetables and Gravy (Slow Cooker) recipe is so full of flavor. Tender pork roast smothered in a wonderful gravy.
    Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Pork Roast With Vegetables And Gravy (Slow Cooker)

    The Best Old-Fashioned Tuna Noodle Casserole

    A spoon lifting a serving of creamy tuna noodle casserole with a golden breadcrumb topping and vegetable sides from a baking dish.
    Old Fashioned Tuna Noodle Casserole. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This is The Best Old Fashioned Tuna Noodle Casserole recipe! It's the perfect way to jazz canned tuna to create a classic and comforting meal any night of the week.
    Get the Recipe: The Best Old-Fashioned Tuna Noodle Casserole

    Grandma's Brisket Recipe

    A picture of sliced brisket on a wood cutting board.
    Grandma's Brisket Recipe. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Grandma's brisket recipe is easy to make, and turns out so tender, juicy and flavorful. Your entire family will fall in love with this recipe.
    Get the Recipe: Grandma's Brisket Recipe

    Shepherds Pie With Turkey

    Shepherds Pie With Turkey on white plate with fork.
    Shepherds Pie With Turkey. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

    This Shepherd's Pie Recipe with Turkey is made with ground turkey, mixed vegetables, and a savory sauce, topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden brown.
    Get the Recipe: Shepherds Pie With Turkey

    The Best Old Fashioned Burger

    Three hamburgers with sesame seed buns, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and grilled beef patties on a white plate.
    The Best Old Fashioned Burger. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

    Our go-to hamburger recipe for years and the best old fashioned burger recipe. My husband skips the breadcrumbs and egg. I include them. Both are delicious!
    Get the Recipe: The Best Old Fashioned Burger

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