About Recipes By Mama
Welcome to Recipes By Mama, your cozy corner of the web for timeless family recipes that bring love to every bite. I’m Mama Elena, a lifelong cook from a bustling Italian-American kitchen in Chicago, where Sunday dinners were sacred and the aroma of simmering sauces filled our home for generations.
With over 40 years of apron strings tied tight, I’ve perfected dishes passed down from my Nonna—think hearty lasagna layered with secrets, fluffy buttermilk biscuits that melt in your mouth, and decadent chocolate cakes that steal the show at any gathering. After raising four kids (and now spoiling 12 grandkids), I started this site to share these treasures with you. No fancy gadgets or exotic ingredients here—just real food made with heart, using what’s in your pantry.
Whether you’re a busy parent whipping up weeknight wonders, a newbie in the kitchen, or someone craving Grandma’s classics, Recipes By Mama has you covered. Our collection spans comforting soups, quick salads, holiday feasts, and guilt-free desserts. Every recipe comes with step-by-step photos, pro tips from my trial-and-error days, and stories from my table that make cooking feel like family time.
Join our growing community of home cooks who’ve rediscovered the joy of scratch-made meals. Subscribe for weekly recipe drops, and let’s fill your home with the magic of Mama’s kitchen.
Mangia! (That’s “eat” in Italian—now go make something delicious.)
—Mama Elena