Grandma's Recipes Soul Food

07/03/2025

Stuffing balls recipe are a fun and tasty way to enjoy a traditional holiday side dish.

07/03/2025

Creamy Lemon Chickpea Pasta is the weeknight dinner you didn’t know you needed. In this guide, we’ll walk you through every step - from understanding why this

06/27/2025

Amazing Lemon balm water recipe for weight loss​ 😍😍

Lemon balm water is a refreshing and zesty beverage that has gained popularity for its potential role in supporting weight loss.

06/27/2025

Biscuits and gravy casserole is a dish that is sure to warm your heart and fill your belly. It's rich, creamy, comforting, and downright delicious. This

06/27/2025

This lemon tres leches cake offers a refreshing and zesty take on the classic dessert. Bursting with fresh lemon flavor, it brings a delightful brightness to

03/16/2025

Cheesy Bacon Ranch Potato Foil Packets
Ingredients:
– 4 large potatoes, thinly sliced
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
– 1/4 cup Ranch dressing
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Aluminum foil

03/16/2025

Shrimp Egg Rolls

Ingredients:

1 pound cooked shrimp, chopped (peeled and deveined)
1/2 cup shredded cabbage
1/4 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup bean sprouts
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce

02/26/2025

Grandma’s Peach Cobbler Pie 🍑🥧

Ingredients:
Fresh peaches, sliced
Granulated sugar
Brown sugar
All-purpose flour
Ground cinnamon
Ground nutmeg
Lemon juice
Unsalted butter, melted
Pie crust, store-bought or homemade
Milk

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, mix peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
Roll out the pie crust and place it in a pie dish.
Pour the peach mixture into the crust and drizzle with melted butter.
Cover with another layer of pie crust or make a lattice pattern on top.
Brush the top with milk and sprinkle with a little sugar.
Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Let it cool slightly before serving.

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 45 mins | Total Time: 1 hr
Kcal: ~320 per slice | Servings: 8

02/26/2025

Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps 🧄🧀🌯

Ingredients:
Chicken breast, cooked and shredded
Flour tortillas
Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Cheddar cheese, shredded
Garlic, minced
Butter, melted
Parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
Mix shredded chicken with minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Lay a tortilla flat and sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese in the center.
Add a generous portion of the seasoned chicken on top of the cheese.
Fold the tortilla into a wrap, tucking in the sides.
Brush the outside with melted butter and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Cook on a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 20 mins
Kcal: ~350 per wrap | Servings: 4

08/31/2024

Classic Buffalo Wings

Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar (optional, for extra tang)
- Celery sticks and blue cheese or ranch dressing for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.

2. Coat the Wings:
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the chicken wings in the flour mixture until evenly coated. Shake off excess flour.

3. Bake the Wings:
- Arrange the coated wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, turning halfway through, until the wings are crispy and cooked through.

4. Prepare the Sauce:
- While the wings are baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir in the hot sauce and vinegar, if using. Adjust seasoning to taste.

5. Toss the Wings:
- Once the wings are done baking, transfer them to a large bowl.
- Pour the hot sauce mixture over the wings and toss until they are well coated.

6. Serve:
- Serve the Buffalo wings hot with celery sticks and your choice of blue cheese or ranch dressing.

Enjoy your homemade Buffalo wings!

08/31/2024

Fluffy Pancakes

Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

2. Prepare Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract if using.

3. Mix:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy. Avoid over-mixing.

4. Cook Pancakes:
- Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.
- For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook until golden brown on the other side, about 1-2 minutes more.

5. Serve:
- Keep the pancakes warm in a low oven while you cook the remaining batter. Serve with your favorite toppings like syrup, fruit, or butter.

Enjoy your pancakes!

08/31/2024

Classic Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Make the Cheese Sauce:
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute to make a roux (paste).
- Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder if using.

3. Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is well coated.

4. Optional Baking Step:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer the mac and cheese to a baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.

5. Serve:
- Let the mac and cheese cool for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy your homemade mac and cheese!