Grandma Food

Our Grandma Food section features easy recipes to make with kids or for kids. Cooking together is a wonderful way to connect with the grandkids and to support healthy eating habits. We continue to update this section; check back for new recipe ideas.

Sensational Salad Dressing Recipes to Make this Spring

By Grandma Sandy | April 1, 2026

The bounty of seasonal produce calls for salads. Try two simple dressing recipes to up your salad game.

How to Create a Sensational Easter Table Setting

By Grandma Sandy | March 11, 2026

How to dress your Easter table: from Easter egg place cards, to mini egg vases, to fab dessert centerpieces.

It’s Easy to Make Simple Sushi with the Grandkids

By Grandma Sandy | February 11, 2026

Going broke taking kids to sushi restaurants? Provide the fixings and have kids make their own at home.

Wishing You and Yours a Happy Thanksgiving

By Grandma Sandy | November 26, 2025

Check out my thoughts and tips for planning a happy Thanksgiving event while involving the grandkids.

Thanksgiving Dessert: Pumpkin Panna Cotta

By Grandma Sandy | November 18, 2025

Instead of pumpkin pie, try light, no-bake pumpkin panna cotta for dessert this Thanksgiving. It’s a simple recipe.

Halloween Ideas: Easy Food and Crafts to Make Now

By Grandma Sandy | October 8, 2025

Here’s a roundup of easy and fun Halloween ideas from “Call Me Grandma!” through the years.

Easy, Healthy Halloween Snacks Get into the Spirit

By Grandma Sandy | October 1, 2025

Make these spooky snacks for the grandkids or for a Halloween party. They’re so easy–and healthy, too!

How to Make Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

By Grandma Sandy | August 20, 2025

Pineapple upside-down cake is a retro recipe that you can make with grandkids to share taste memories.

How to Engage Older Grandkids by Cooking Together

By Grandma Sandy | July 2, 2025

Grandkids grow up fast. When they’ve outgrown baby entertainments, engage older grandkids in cooking.

How to Make 13 Easy Summer Snacks for Kids

By Grandma Sandy | June 18, 2025

In the summertime, when grandkids visit more frequently, have on hand 13 easy and appealing snack ideas.