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Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesLETTER FROM THE EDITORhungry for CONNECTIONThis past year brought about a “new normal,” but for many that meant finding respite and comfortin nostalgic family recipes.Allrecipes.com shattered records during spring 2020 with cooks viewing nearly 1 billion recipes and cooking articles. Yes, that’s billion. People were hungry, quite literally, for classic recipes such as banana bread, meatloaf, and tuna melts.As people longed for connection to family, searches for grandma increased 105 percent from the previous year. With restaurants shut down, families found themselves in the kitchen more often, whipping up recipes from the past and eager to pass down tips, tricks, and wisdom to the next generation.We all have a family recipe (or even an entire cherished family cookbook) we keep near and dear to our hearts. For me, it’s my grandma’s chocolate chip…1 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family Recipes5 STARS, 5 WAYS: BAKING SHEET PANCAKESEASY BUTTERMILK BAKING SHEET PANCAKESHANDS-ON 10 MIN TOTAL 30 MINSERVES 6 SUBMITTED BY MATT WENCI43 REVIEWSFlip the squares before serving. The best browning is on the bottom!2½ cups complete buttermilk pancake mix1½ cups water1 to 2 Tbsp. turbinado sugarFresh berries, granola, almonds, and/or pure maple syrup (optional)1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a 10x15-inch rimmed baking sheet with foil; coat with cooking spray. Whisk together pancake mix and water in a large bowl. Let stand 10 minutes.2. Pour batter into prepared baking sheet, spreading to corners. Sprinkle with sugar.3. Bake until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Cut into squares. Serve with berries, granola, almonds, and/or maple syrup (if using).armagazine.com/easy-buttermilk-baking-sheet-pancakesPER SERVING: 308 CAL; 4G FAT (1G SAT); 7G PRO; 61G CARB (2G FIBER, 25G SUGARS); 587MG SODIUMFor a great dessert…1 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesTHE BEST BAKING SECRETSMY MOM’S RAISED DOUGHNUTSHANDS-ON 1 HR TOTAL 3 HR, 10 MINSERVES 14 SUBMITTED BY PEGGIANNE193 REVIEWS¾ cup milk⅓ cup vegetable shortening¼ cup plus 1 tsp. white sugar1 tsp. salt½ cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)2 (0.25-oz.) pkg. active dry yeast2 eggs4 cups sifted flour2 cups powdered sugar, sifted1 tsp. vanilla extract1 to 3 Tbsp. water2 qt. vegetable oil for frying⅓ to ½ cup sprinkles, coconut flakes, and/or chopped nuts (optional)1. Cook milk and vegetable shortening in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until shortening has melted and mixture has tiny bubbles around edges. Remove from heat and transfer to a mixing bowl. Add ¼ cup white sugar and the salt. Let stand until mixture cools to 105°F to 115°F.2. Stir together warm water, yeast, and remaining 1 tsp.…12 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesSIMMERING SOUPSPASTA E FAGIOLI A LA CHEZ IVANOHANDS-ON 30 MIN TOTAL 2 HR, 10 MIN SERVES 8 SUBMITTED BY IVAN O. TEETER344 REVIEWS1 lb. lean ground beef2 Tbsp. olive oil2 cups chopped onion1 cup chopped celery1 (4.5-oz.) jar minced garlic or ¼ cup chopped fresh garlic½ tsp. black pepper7 cups low-sodium beef broth1 (15-oz.) can crushed tomatoes, undrained⅓ cup tomato paste1 Tbsp. dried parsley1½ tsp. salt1¼ tsp. dried basil1¼ tsp. dried oregano1¼ tsp. dried thyme1 (15-oz.) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed1 cup ditalini pastaGrated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, oregano, and/or thymefor garnish1. Cook beef in large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring and breaking up lumps with a wooden spoon, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer beef to a plate lined with paper towels; drain pot. Chill meat, covered,…10 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesRETRO RECIPESJUDY’S STRAWBERRY-PRETZEL SALADHANDS-ON 20 MIN TOTAL 2 HRSERVES 16 SUBMITTED BY TOM QUINLIN1,293 REVIEWS1½ cups crushed pretzels1¼ cups sugar¾ cup butter, melted2 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened1 (8-oz.) container frozen whipped dessert topping, thawed1 (16-oz.) pkg. frozen whole strawberries1 (6-oz.) pkg. strawberry gelatin2 cups boiling water1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Stir together pretzels, ¼ cup sugar, and the melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake until lightly toasted, about 10 minutes.2. Meanwhile, beat together remaining 1 cup sugar and the cream cheese in a bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread evenly over cooled crust. Chill until set, about 30 minutes.3. Meanwhile, let strawberries stand at room temperature 10 minutes to thaw partially, then…9 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesPOTLUCK PERFECTDEB DOOZIE’S BLUE-RIBBON CHILIHANDS-ON 20 MIN TOTAL 1 HR, 20 MINSERVES 6 SUBMITTED BY DEB2,435 REVIEWSServe this chili topped with shredded cheese, jalapeño slices, green onion, cilantro, and/or sour cream.2 lb. lean ground beef1 cup chopped onion2 (15-oz.) cans tomato sauce1 (15.5-oz.) jar salsa1 (15-oz.) can light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed1 (15-oz.) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed2 (1.25-oz.) pkg. reduced-sodium chili seasoning mix1 tsp. black pepper½ tsp. garlic salt1. Add beef and onion to a 4- to 6-qt. Dutch oven. Cook, stirring occasionally, over medium heat until meat is browned and onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Drain off grease.2. Stir in remaining ingredients. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until flavors develop, at least 1 hour.armagazine.com/debdoozies-blue-ribbon-chiliPER 1¾ -CUP SERVING: 506 CAL; 22G FAT…8 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesFAMILY TIESI HAVE A COOKBOOK FROM THE 1960S THAT WAS MY MOM’S FIRST COOKBOOK. SHE CIRCLED ALL HER FAVORITE RECIPES AND ADDED NOTES TO THEM. I LOVE THAT IT HAS RECIPES THAT I GREW UP WITH. I WOULD MAKE GINGERBREAD COOKIES EVERY YEAR WITH MY LITTLE SISTER. I REMEMBER LAUGHING OVER HOW THE COOKIES TURNED OUT. NOW I USE THE SAME RECIPE TO MAKE GINGERBREAD COOKIES WITH MY DAUGHTER.– Sunny Rash (@stormybeach)I HAVE MEASURING CUPS THAT ONCE BELONGED TO MY GREAT-GREAT-GRANDMOTHER ANNA. THEY’RE MORE THAN 100 YEARS OLD. IT’S COMFORTING TO ME TO KNOW I’M TOUCHING AN ITEM ONCE USED BY HER. I’M THANKFUL TO HAVE BEEN GIFTED THEM.– Sarah Stone (@thedailygourmet)ONE OF MY FAVORITE MEMORIES“When I used to go visit my aunt for the weekend, we would make homemade apple…2 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesSWEET ON GRANDMAGREAT-GRANDMA’S PEACH COBBLERHANDS-ON 10 MIN TOTAL 55 MINSERVES 8 SUBMITTED BY ST1100PILOT125 REVIEWSServe with scoops of vanilla ice cream to take this dessert over the top.1 (29-oz.) can sliced peaches in juice, drained and juice reserved1 cup self-rising flour1 cup sugar1 egg½ cup butter, meltedVanilla ice cream (optional)Ground cinnamon (optional)1. Preheat oven to 350°F.2. Arrange peach slices in a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Pour about half the reserved peach juice on top; discard remaining juice.3. Beat flour, sugar, and egg in a bowl until combined. Dollop mixture over peaches using a spoon. Drizzle melted butter over flour mixture.4. Bake until topping is golden brown, about 45 minutes. To serve, slice into 8 pieces and serve with vanilla ice cream and sprinkle with cinnamon (if using).armagazine.com/great-grandmas-peach-cobblerPER SLICE: 325 CAL; 12G FAT…12 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family Recipes5 STARS, 5 WAYS: HAND PIESAPPLE HAND PIESHANDS-ON 30 MIN TOTAL 1 HR, 5 MINSERVES 6 SUBMITTED BY CHEF JOHN124 REVIEWSTo simplify this recipe, we use prepared refrigerated pie crust dough, but you can make it from scratch.1 (14.1-oz.) pkg. refrigerated, rolled unbaked pie crusts (2 crusts)2 large green apples (about 1 lb.), peeled and cored2 Tbsp. butter¼ cup white sugar2 Tbsp. packed brown sugar¼ tsp. salt3 Tbsp. water1½ tsp. cinnamon1 egg2 tsp. milkCoarse sugar (optional)1. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper. Allow pie crusts to stand at room temperature while preparing filling, about 15 minutes.2. Cut apples into quarters, cut each quarter into 3 wedges, and cut wedges into chunks (about 3 cups).3. For filling, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Continue cooking until butter is…3 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family Recipes5 STARS, 5 WAYS: STUFFED TURKEY MEATBALLSMOZZARELLA-STUFFED PESTO TURKEY MEATBALLSHANDS-ON 35 MIN TOTAL 1 HR, 10 MIN SERVES 12 SUBMITTED BY FOODIE77268 REVIEWS3 lb. ground turkey1 cup Italian-seasoned dried bread crumbs1 cup finely chopped onion1 egg, lightly beaten4 cloves garlic, minced½ cup chopped fresh Italian parsley½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese¼ cup basil pesto¼ cup milk1 tsp. salt2 tsp. black pepper1 lb. fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 36 small cubes3 Tbsp. olive oil2 (24-oz.) jars marinara sauceHot cooked spaghetti (optional)1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 10x15-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.2. Mix together turkey, bread crumbs, onion, egg, garlic, parsley, Parmigiano-Reggiano, pesto, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl until evenly blended. Form into 1¾-inch meatballs. Using your finger, make a hole in each meatball and insert 1 mozzarella cube. Seal meatballs around mozzarella…2 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family Recipes5 STARS, 5 WAYS: CREAMY CHOCOLATE FUDGEAUNT TEEN’S CREAMY CHOCOLATE FUDGEHANDS-ON 20 MIN TOTAL 2 HR, 20 MINSERVES 48 SUBMITTED BY KELLY PHILLIPS1,881 REVIEWS1 (7-oz.) jar marshmallow creme1½ cups sugar⅔ cup evaporated milk¼ cup butter¼ tsp. salt2 cups milk chocolate chips1 cup semisweet chocolate chips½ cup chopped nuts (optional) [We used walnuts.]1 tsp. vanilla extract1. Line an 8x8-inch pan with foil.2. Stir together marshmallow creme, sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and salt in a large saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes. [It is essential to stir constantly and a bit aggressively during this 5 minutes, otherwise the mixture at the edges of the pot will brown too quickly, resulting in an off texture.]3. Remove from heat and add milk chocolate chips and semisweet chocolate chips. Stir until chocolate is…2 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesA SUNNY STARTCHEF JOHN’S BUTTERMILK BISCUITSHANDS-ON 15 MIN TOTAL 30 MINSERVES 16 SUBMITTED BY CHEF JOHN1,022 REVIEWS4 cups flour4 tsp. baking powder2 tsp. salt½ tsp. baking soda¾ cup plus 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into thin slices and frozen1½ cups cold buttermilk, plus 2 Tbsp. for brushing1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or foil.2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Cut butter into flour mixture with a pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Make a well in center of mixture. Pour in 1½ cups buttermilk and stir until dough forms.3. Turn dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a rectangle. Fold in thirds. Rotate dough 90 degrees, gather any crumbs, and…10 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesFAVES FOR KIDSABUELA’S PICADILLOHANDS-ON 25 MIN TOTAL 1 HR, 25 MIN SERVES 10 SUBMITTED BY MARIE SOLER16 REVIEWSPicadillo is a ground meat dish popular in Spain, the Philippines, and Latin American and Caribbean countries. There’s no one way to cook picadillo. There are many ingredient variations, depending on the country, region, or even the grandma, or abuela, cooking it.2 lb. lean ground beef½ cup chopped onion½ cup chopped green bell pepper2 Tbsp. minced fresh garlic2 (8-oz.) cans tomato sauce2 cups water½ cup dry red wine3 Tbsp. hot sauce1 (1.41-oz.) pkg. sazón seasoning (such as Badia Tropical)1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley½ tsp. garlic powder½ tsp. onion powder½ tsp. cumin½ tsp. black pepper1 bay leaf½ cup Spanish-style olives (such as stuffed Manzanilla), halved or coarsely chopped1 small butternut squash (1 lb.), peeled and cut…9 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesALLSTARS’ ALL-TIME FAVORITESONE-PAN ORECCHIETTE PASTAHANDS-ON 25 MIN TOTAL 40 MINSERVES 2 SUBMITTED BY CHEF JOHN704 REVIEWS2 Tbsp. olive oil⅔ cup diced onion8 oz. spicy Italian sausage, casings removed3 to 3½ cups low-sodium chicken broth1¼ cups orecchiette pasta1 cup roughly chopped arugula¼ cup finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese1. Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, stirring, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add sausage; cook, stirring and breaking up lumps, until sausage is browned, 5 to 7 minutes.2. Add 1½ cups broth and bring to a boil, stirring and scraping up browned bits from bottom of skillet. Add pasta; cook, stirring frequently, until liquid is absorbed. Add 1½ cups broth; cook until pasta is al dente and most of broth is absorbed, about 15 minutes. If needed, add remaining…10 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesROASTS WITH THE MOSTPANCETTA-WRAPPED TURKEY BREAST STUFFED WITH SPINACH AND FETAHANDS-ON 15 MIN TOTAL 2 HRSERVES 10 SUBMITTED BY NICOLE14 REVIEWS2 boneless, skinless turkey breast halves (about 3½ lb. total) [You may need to special-order these from your butcher.]1 tsp. dried oregano¾ tsp. black pepper½ tsp. salt½ tsp. cumin2 cups fresh spinach1 cup crumbled feta cheese6 oz. pancetta, thinly sliced1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut each turkey breast half almost in half horizontally, leaving 1 inch uncut. Open like a book and lay flat between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound each breast half to ½ inch thick (about a 10x12-inch rectangle). Remove top piece of plastic wrap.2. Sprinkle oregano, pepper, salt, and cumin over each breast half. Arrange 1 cup spinach and ½ cup feta on 1 breast…9 min
Allrecipes|Allrecipes Secret Family RecipesMAKEOVERS MADE FOR YOUINDULGEBEEF ENCHILADAS IIHANDS-ON 20 MIN TOTAL 45 MINSERVES 8 SUBMITTED BY BECKY772 REVIEWS1 lb. lean ground beef1 small onion, chopped1 (1.5-oz.) pkg. dry enchilada sauce mix1½ cups water1 (8-oz.) can tomato sauce8 (8-inch) flour tortillas1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (6 oz.)1 (2.25-oz.) can sliced black olives, drained1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.2. Cook beef and onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until beef is browned and onion is tender, about 5 minutes.3. Stir together dry enchilada mix, water, and tomato sauce in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Spread ¼ cup sauce in prepared baking dish.4. Divide beef mixture among tortillas; sprinkle each with 2 Tbsp. cheese. Tightly roll tortillas and nestle,…16 min
