In this cozy episode of Hand Me Down Recipes, Kathie Lapcevic welcomes Sharon Farnell of “Jawns I Cooked” to share a treasured family sloppy joe recipe that’s been passed down for generations. Rooted in simplicity and rich with flavor, this recipe dates back to the 1930s and remains a go-to for easy weeknight dinners, potlucks, and gatherings.

Sharon and Kathie chat about the importance of keeping things classic—like sticking to yellow mustard—and offer practical tips for customizing the dish with ingredients you have on hand, including budget-friendly swaps and plant-based options. They also share clever ways to use leftovers (sloppy joe pizza, anyone?) and reflect on the comfort that comes from cooking the way our grandmothers did.

Whether you’re looking for a new staple meal or simply enjoy the stories behind beloved recipes, this episode is full of warmth, good humor, and encouragement to keep food simple and satisfying.

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In this cozy and nostalgic episode of Hand Me Down Recipes, Kathie Lapcevic is joined by longtime friend Angi Schneider from Creative Simple Living to talk about a cherished family recipe: her grandmother’s bread and butter pickles.

Together, they explore the story behind the recipe, how flavors like celery seed sparked childhood memories, and what it means to preserve food—and family history—with intention. They also share practical canning tips, ways to keep your pickles crisp, and why bread and butter pickles might just be the gateway to loving all pickles.

Whether you’re new to canning or a seasoned preserver, this episode will inspire you to honor your own kitchen traditions—and maybe even try something new.

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In this heartwarming episode, Kathie sits down with Anna Buchholz of Cooking the Books to chat all things Johnny Marzetti—a nostalgic casserole known by many names and loved by generations. They share family stories, favorite variations, and why this budget-friendly, cheese-laden pasta bake is the ultimate comfort food.

Whether you’re cooking for two, feeding a crowd, or stocking the freezer, this dish is simple, adaptable, and full of love. Expect practical tips, gentle laughs, and a reminder that some of the best meals don’t come from cookbooks—but from the women who raised us.

“It’s the kind of recipe your grandma made without ever writing it down.”

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