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From Grandma’s Cookbook
A collection of sweet, nostalgic recipes passed down from a grandmother I never had the chance to meet—but whose influence I feel in every handwritten note and sugar-dusted page. These recipes are more than just food; they’re stories, connections, and a surprising link to my work as an OBGYN. In a post (and maybe even on the landing page), I share the fascinating thread that ties it all together. For now, pull up a chair and enjoy the warmth, comfort, and old-fashioned sweetness of my grandmothe


Homemade Waffles from Scratch
When I sent my aunt a picture of our homemade Mickey waffles using my grandmother's (her mother's) handwritten recipe, she said, "she...
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Jul 281 min read


Grandmother's Meatloaf
I'm not a fan of red meat or most things besides seafood, but meatloaf is a favorite of my husband and my mom. My mom said they they ate...
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Jul 211 min read


Homemade graham cracker crust
This time around making angel pie , one of our summer favorites smothered in berries, I decided to make my own graham cracker crust. We...
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Jul 42 min read


Angel Pie Recipe
This is a mother recipe instead of a grandmother recipe. My mom sent this to me when I was in college (see the photo, an e-mail exchange...
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Jul 41 min read


Date Strips Recipe
I asked my mom if she remembers date strips since the recipe is in my grandmother's cookbook, but she doesn't remember. I don't think my...
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Jul 31 min read


Ovaries, Legacy, and Loaves: The Science Behind Why I Bake Her Recipes
There's awe-inspiring physiology behind why I feel connected to a grandmother I never met. Why I feel that I'm the channel for her...
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Jun 262 min read


Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
This is my grandmother’s recipe, as shown in her handwritten recipe below. She died in 1956, so this was likely written sometime in the...
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May 301 min read
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