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There’s something incredibly comforting about a meal that’s been passed down through generations—especially when it’s as simple and satisfying as a sloppy joe. In ths episode, Kathie chats with Sharon Farnell from Jawns I Cooked about her great-grandmother’s beloved sloppy joe recipe. This isn’t your average version with a runny sauce and hard-to-pronounce ingredients. Instead,…
Kathie Lapcevic welcomes her long-time friend Angi from Creative Simple Living to discuss a treasured family recipe: her grandmother’s bread and butter pickles. They reflect on their decade-long friendship and set the tone with warm nostalgia and practical canning advice. Family Legacy of Pickles Recipe Origins: Angi’s paternal grandmother made these pickles in the 1980s…
In this warm and nostalgic episode of Hand Me Down Recipes, Kathie chats with Anna Buchholz from Cooking the Books about the beloved Johnny Marzetti casserole—a dish steeped in Midwestern heritage and family memories. Anna shares how this budget-friendly, hearty casserole—known by many names like American Goulash, Cowboy Delight, and even “Earthworms and Snake Meat”—has…
In this cozy and nostalgic episode, Kathie Lapcevic chats with Kate Doubler of Real Food RN about a beloved family recipe: German potato dumplings. Rooted in Kate’s Depression-era grandmother’s cooking traditions, these dumplings are more than just food — they’re a heartfelt connection to home, family, and memory. Kate shares how her grandmother made extra…
In this cozy and heartfelt episode, Kathie chats with Juliea Huffaker of Farmhouse Harvest about a treasured family recipe—her mother-in-law’s homemade dinner rolls. These fluffy, buttery rolls aren’t just a staple at the table; they’re a symbol of love, tradition, and generational wisdom. Juliea, a mom of six and now a grandmother, shares how she…
In this warm and nostalgic episode of Hand Me Down Recipes, Kathie Lapcevic chats with Abbe Odenwalder from This Is How I Cook about a cherished family recipe: Ilsa’s Passover Cake. More than just a dessert, this nut-filled sponge cake is a delicious slice of heritage passed down through generations. Key Topics Discussed: Sound Bites…
In this episode of Hand Me Down Recipes, Kathie Lapcevic welcomes Haley from Cheap Recipe Blog to talk about Tater Tot Hot Dish, a beloved Midwestern classic. They dive into the history, regional significance, and customizable nature of this comforting, budget-friendly meal. If you’ve ever wondered what makes a hot dish different from a casserole,…
In this episode of Hand Me Down Recipes, Kathie Lapcevic chats with Puja from Indiaphile about an ancient Indian dessert—Barley Malpua, a 5,000-year-old fried sweet treat first mentioned in the Rigveda. Together, they explore its historical roots, modern adaptations, and creative variations to bring this heritage recipe into contemporary kitchens. Key Takeaways: 1. A Dessert…