Official recipe cardApple Dumpling
A cozy old-fashioned baked apple dessert made with fresh apples, warm cinnamon and nutmeg, and a tender pastry dough—baked in sweet cinnamon candy syrup until bubbling and delicious.
Midwest Recipes by Dish Type
Main Dish Recipes
Browse 93 main dish cards from the official family recipe archive.
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Official recipe cardAutumn Harvest Chicken
A family recipe for Autumn Harvest Chicken, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardBaked Beef Tips & Noodles
A family recipe for Baked Beef Tips & Noodles, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardBanana Oatmeal Drops
A soft old-fashioned drop cookie made with oats, mashed banana, warm cinnamon and nutmeg, and optional nuts or raisins dropped by teaspoonfuls and baked until lightly golden.
Official recipe cardBatter Fried Shark
Crispy old-fashioned batter fried shark made with shark fillets or other fish, flour, salt, baking powder, and vinegar—dipped in a simple batter, fried until golden brown, and drained on paper towels.
Official recipe cardBeef Jerky
A family recipe for Beef Jerky, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardBeer Batter For Fish
A light, crispy beer batter made with flour, beer, egg yolk, and simple seasonings for coating fish before frying.
Official recipe cardBlue Ribbon BBQ Chicken
A family recipe for Blue Ribbon BBQ Chicken, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardBlue Ribbon BBQ Chicken
A family recipe for Blue Ribbon BBQ Chicken, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardBroccoli Cheese Puff
A cozy baked casserole made with prepared macaroni and cheese, chopped broccoli, dry mustard, and fluffy beaten egg whites baked until puffy and lightly browned.
Official recipe cardChex Mix
A family recipe for Chex Mix, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardChicken Bologna Blitz
An easyopen-faced lunchmade with Italian bread, lettuce, folded chicken bologna,tomatoes,red onion,Italian dressing,and Parmesan cheese.
Official recipe cardChicken Cacciatore
A family recipe for Chicken Cacciatore, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardChicken Parmigiana Sandwiches
A family recipe for Chicken Parmigiana Sandwiches, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardChocolate Marshmallow Treats
A classic no-bake chocolate marshmallow cereal treat made with marshmallows, chocolate chips, margarine, shortening, and Rice Krispies—pressed into a pan and cut into squares.
Official recipe cardColorful Fruit Cups
A fresh, colorful fruit dessert made with oranges, green grapes, strawberries, orange juice, cinnamon, and a dollop of vanilla
Official recipe cardCranberry Souffle
A sweet old-fashioned fruit dessert made with cranberries, crushed pineapple, marshmallows, grapes, sugar, and Cool Whip chilledovernight for the best flavor.
Official recipe cardCream Cheese Mints
A sweet old-fashioned candy made with cream cheese, powdered sugar, flavoring, and food coloring-rolled, molded, and air-dried until smooth and delicate.
Official recipe cardCreamy Cucumbers
A family recipe for Creamy Cucumbers, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardCreamy Turkey Cutlets
A family recipe for Creamy Turkey Cutlets, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardCrusty Garlic Spirals
A family recipe for Crusty Garlic Spirals, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardDad's Lemony Grilled Chicken
A family recipe for Dad's Lemony Grilled Chicken, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardDanish Kringle
A classic old-fashioned Danish pastry made with yeast dough, lard, eggs, milk, and fruit or nut filling-chilled, rolled thin, filled, folded, risen, and baked until golden.
Official recipe cardDiablo Chicken
A family recipe for Diablo Chicken, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardEasy Chocolate Mousse
A family recipe for Easy Chocolate Mousse, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardEasy Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
A creamy no-churn frozen strawberry dessert made with strawberries, sweetened condensed milk, and whipped cream.
Official recipe cardFilipino Chicken Adobo
A family recipe for Filipino Chicken Adobo, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardFirecracker Cheeseburgers
A family recipe for Firecracker Cheeseburgers, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardFrench Cream Puffs
A family recipe for French Cream Puffs, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardFruit Bowl Supreme
A creamy fruit salad made with mandarin oranges, crushed pineapple, Cool Whip, marshmallows,and milkserved chilled for an easy crowd-pleasing dessert.
Official recipe cardGolden Fried Oysters
Crispy old-fashioned fried oysters made with fresh oysters, eggs, milk, seasoned salt, pepper, and fine cracker crumbs-coated twice, then deep fried or pan fried until golden brown.
Official recipe cardGolden Fried Shrimp
Crispy, golden fried shrimp with a crunchy cracker coating—perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
Official recipe cardGrape Juice
A family recipe for Grape Juice, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardGrape Juice
Old-fashioned homemade grape juice made by covering washed grapes with water, simmering until tender and the skins break, straining out the seeds and pulp, then reheating the juice with sugar and sealing it in jars.
Official recipe cardGuacamole
A fresh homemade guacamole made with ripe avocados, cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and a touch of red pepper mashed until nearly smooth and chilled before serving.
Official recipe cardHerb Beer Can Chicken
A family recipe for Herb Beer Can Chicken, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardHerb Roasted Beef
A family recipe for Herb Roasted Beef, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardHomemade BBQ
A sweet-and-tangy homemade barbecue hamburger mixturemadewith ground beef,
Official recipe cardHomemade Potato Skins
A family recipe for Homemade Potato Skins, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardHomemade Salsa
A family recipe for Homemade Salsa, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardHomemade Wine
A simple homemade grape wine made with Welch's grape juice, 'yppq uonps-I Kspa un aof anl uonpa p u! pauauif-snar pun inans
Official recipe cardHot Beef
A family recipe for Hot Beef, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardHow To Make Slush
A family recipe for How To Make Slush, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardKentucky Crumbed Chicken
A family recipe for Kentucky Crumbed Chicken, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardKentucky Fried Chicken
Crispy, juicy fried chicken brined overnight and coated in a simple buttermilk batter.
Official recipe cardLasagna
A simple old-fashioned lasagna made with hamburger, diced onion, oregano, salt, pepper,
Official recipe cardLasagna
A family recipe for Lasagna, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardLasagna For A Crowd
A family recipe for Lasagna For A Crowd, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardLattice Top Chicken
A creamy chicken casserole with vegetables, cheddar cheese, French fried onions, and a flaky crescent-roll lattice top.
Official recipe cardLil Smokeys
A family recipe for Lil Smokeys, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardManhattan Style Chicken
A tangy grilled chicken dish basted with a clam, tomato, lemon, and Worcestershire sauce.
Official recipe cardMarinated Chicken
A tangy herb-marinated grilled chicken with lemon juice, white wine, andsavory seasonings-perfectfor an easy backyard dinner.
Official recipe cardMeat Loaf Italiano
A hearty old-fashioned Italian-style meat loaf made with ground beef, Italian sausage, Parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, onion, eg, tomato soup, and Worcestershire sauce—baked until done, then topped with a warm tomato gravy.
Official recipe cardMushroom Angel Hair Pasta
A family recipe for Mushroom Angel Hair Pasta, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardNoodles
A family recipe for Noodles, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardPastel Meringue Eggs
Light, airy pastel meringue candies with a crisp shell and colorful candy crunch.
Official recipe cardPeach Preserves
Old-fashioned peach preserves made by scalding and peeling fresh peaches, simmering them in a rich sugar syrup, and cooking until thick, clear, and ready for hot sterilized jars.
Official recipe cardPeanut Brittle
A family recipe for Peanut Brittle, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardPita Pint
A simple chicken pita sandwich filling made with diced white chicken, celery, stuffed olives, and creamy onion-and-chives dressing spooned into lettuce-lined pita halves for an easy old-fashioned lunch.
Official recipe cardPorcupine Meatballs
A hearty old-fashioned casserole dish made with hamburger, eggs, onion, Minute Rice, and seasonings—baked in tomato soup and vegetable beef soup until warm and comforting.
Official recipe cardPot Roast Beef
A family recipe for Pot Roast Beef, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardPrime Rib Supreme
A family recipe for Prime Rib Supreme, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardPuppy Chow
A family recipe for Puppy Chow, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardQuick Saucy Chicken Stir Fry
A family recipe for Quick Saucy Chicken Stir Fry, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardRoasted Sweet Potato Rounds
A family recipe for Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardRoasted Sweet Potato Rounds
A family recipe for Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardRoss Salt
A savory homemade seasoning blend for prime rib made with salt, MSG, onion salt, celery salt, white pepper, garlic salt, and nutmeg-mixed together for a simple old-fashioned meat seasoning.
Official recipe cardRotisserie Chicken
A family recipe for Rotisserie Chicken, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSalisbury Burger Patties
A family recipe for Salisbury Burger Patties, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSaucy Short Ribs
A hearty old-fashioned short rib dish made with beef short ribs, potatoes, onion, celery, parsley, horseradish, and tomato sauce — browned in the oven, then baked covered until tender in a rich savory sauce.
Official recipe cardSaucy Stir Fry
A quick and flavorful stir-fry made with tendermeat, fresh vegetables, and a savory Heinz Home Style Gravy stirredtogetherandservedoverhotcookedrice.
Official recipe cardSausage 'N' Kraut Skillet
A family recipe for Sausage 'N' Kraut Skillet, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardScandinavian Almond Crescents
Tender buttery almond crescent cookies finished with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Official recipe cardScotties
Old-fashioned no-bake treats made with butterscotch chips, peanut butter, and corn flakes—melted together, spooned onto wax paper, and chilled until firm.
Official recipe cardShrimp Lowees
A family recipe for Shrimp Lowees, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSicilian Stuffed Shells
A family recipe for Sicilian Stuffed Shells, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSkinny Fettuccine Carbonara
A family recipe for Skinny Fettuccine Carbonara, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSlow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta
A family recipe for Slow Cooker Olive Garden Chicken Pasta, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSour Cream Drops
Tender old-fashioned sour cream drop cookies made with margarine, sugar, egg, vanilla, flour, soda, salt, and sour cream—mixed into a soft dough, dropped onto a cookie sheet, baked until set, then cooled and frosted with orange frosting.
Official recipe cardSpanish Glazed Chops
A savory old-fashioned pork chop dish made with pork chops, onion, garlic chili sauce, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and beer—browned in a skillet, then simmered until tender in a glossy tangy glaze.
Official recipe cardStrawberry Freezer Ice Cream
A sweet old-fashioned frozen dessert made with strawberries, sugar, orange juice, and whipped topping—-blended smooth, folded together, and frozen until creamy and refreshing.
Official recipe cardSwedish Meatballs
A family recipe for Swedish Meatballs, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSwedish Meatballs
A family recipe for Swedish Meatballs, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSweet & Savory Ribs
A family recipe for Sweet & Savory Ribs, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardSweet & Sour Spareribs
A savory sweet-and-sour rib dish made with vinegar, catsup, sugar, soy sauce, onions, green peppers, and garlic-boiled, stir-fried, andsimmereduntil bubbly.
Official recipe cardTable Cucumbers
A family recipe for Table Cucumbers, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardTaco Delight
A savory old-fashioned taco skillet made with ground beef, onion, mild salsa, tomato sauce, bouillon, and minute rice—cooked until fluffy, then served with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, cheddar cheese, avocado, and tortilla chips.
Official recipe cardTexas Hash
A hearty skillet casserole made with ground beef, onion, green pepper, tomatoes, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, and rice— simmered until tender and flavorful.
Official recipe cardThe Quarterback
A family recipe for The Quarterback, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardTomato Catsup
A rich old-fashioned tomato catsup made with red tomatoes, peppers, onions, celery, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pickling spices-slow-simmered until thick, then poured into hot sterilized jars and sealed at once.
Official recipe cardTraditional Chicken Marsala
A family recipe for Traditional Chicken Marsala, preserved in the official Our Midwest Recipe Box collection.
Official recipe cardWestern Joes
A savory homemade beef sandwich filling simmered with gravy, ketchup, mustard, peppers, and onions.
Official recipe cardWilted Lettuce
A sweet and tangy warm dressing poured over fresh lettuce.