Family Heirloom
Welcome to Family Heirloom, where we feature your stories and recipes handed down from generation to generation. Take a scroll down to browse the titles.
I'm 60 years old, and my mother is 93. All the women in my family have been strong women, on both sides.
This is a recipe that I got from a friend. I was preparing a cake for a client and it did not turn out well – the center looked like a donut!
Afritada alla Rainalet
I was trying to "re-create" my grandmother's recipe...and voila! It turned out even better than hers!
Alien French Toast
I spent ten years working in a children's home caring for abandoned, abused, neglected, unwanted etc. children.
Alli's Raspberry Corn Muffins
Alli writes, "I am nine years old and was adopted when I was 6 weeks old. I love my home with my two sisters and four brothers.
Arancini from Grandma Rosie's Magic Kitchen
Almost fifty years ago, I met my mother-in-law, Rosie, a most memorable woman. Rosie was a ball of fire, full of life, energy and love.
This meal has been a favorite in my family since I was a young girl. I can't say "little" girl because I still am!
This recipe is one of the many from our family's cookbook, Eating Italian, which is also a loving history and photo book. It is in honor of three sisters, including my mom.
Our favorite aunt, Aunt Clara, would make this great dish for various family get-togethers. It can be used as a main dish or as an appetizer served with extra chips for dipping.
I was trying to impress my boyfriend and called my Aunt Ethel for an Alfredo Sauce recipe. She was the oldest person I knew who could cook up a storm and although the recipe is basic, it is right on the money.
