Cooking With Gramma Dorothy – A Collection Of Recipes And Love

The Gramma Dorothy Cookbook

Some years ago, my niece Jaime had the brilliant idea to compile all of my mother’s (Gramma Dorothy) recipes into book format. The resulting “Gramma Dorothy Cookbook” was a fitting tribute. The recipes, some old and some new, brought back many memories for me and captured the essence of family. Now, I have converted these recipes into digital format and posted them on this site for all to see. Since I have not yet tried these recipes, consider them untested.

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Peaceful Lasagna

Peaceful Lasagna 2 tablespoons butter 1 pound ground beef 1 clove garlic (pressed) 1 teaspoon salt pepper 1 teaspoon sugar 2 8 ounce cans tomato sauce 8 ounces green noodles (thin) 6 green onions (chopped) 8 ounces cream cheese 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (shredded) black olives (halved) mushrooms (sliced) Preheat oven […]

The Mold – Lime Jello Salad

More commonly called THE MOLD! Christened by Elizabeth. The Mold – Lime Jello Salad 2 small packages lime jello -or- 1 large package 2 cups hot water 1-15 oz can crushed pineapple (do not try to use fresh) 1 cup milk 1 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons horseradish 1 pound cottage cheese Dissolve jello in water. […]

Spanish Noodles

Spanish Noodles 1/2 pound ground round steak 2 medium onions 3 tablespoons shortening 1 cup noodles 1 cup green peas 1 1/2 cups tomato juice 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch salt and pepper butter bread crumbs Brown meat and onions in a heavy pan. Add noodles and peas. Pour into greased casserole. Pour tomato juice over […]

Fudge

Fudge 3/4 cup milk Pinch of salt 2 squares chocolate 2 tbsp butter 1 tsp vanilla 2 cups sugar Melt chocolate in saucepan over low heat. Add sugar and milk and stir until it boils. Cook without stirring until reaches 235 degrees (forms a soft ball when dropped in water). Remove from heat, add butter […]

Toasted Cheese Sandwiches

Gramma reports that Evie called her up soon after moving away from home, distraught and near tears, and cried, “Mom! I can’t find any recipes in all these cookbooks for a grilled cheese sandwich!” Well, this one’s for you, Evie. Toasted Cheese Sandwiches 2 pieces bread 2 slices cheese butter Lightly butter one side of […]

Exotic Pot Roast

Exotic Pot Roast 4 pounds rolled rump or top round 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 clove garlic (minced) 1/2 cup onions (chopped) 1 teaspoon salt 16 ounces tomato sauce ((2 cans)) 1/2 cup dry red wine 1 square unsweetened chocolate (melted) 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon orange peel (grated) 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon […]

Gramma’s Meatloaf

The secret is to form a free-standing loaf so that a large surface area is exposed. I’m not a big fan of ketchup on meat loaf, but you can certainly add up to 1/2 cup if you want. Gramma’s Meatloaf Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 45 minutes Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes Servings […]

San Francisco Stew

More of a casserole, this dish was what my Gramma would frequently make during our non-holiday get togethers. The brown sugar and bacon on top made it really appealing to my sister and I, because as you know, everything is better with bacon!

Carrot Cake Frosting

This is a change of pace from the ubiquitous cream cheese frosting. More like a glaze, the buttermilk adds a little tanginess, Carrot Cake Frosting 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup butter 1 tablespoon corn syrup 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon vanilla Boil all ingredients together for five minutes, stirring constantly. Poke […]

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