National Grandparents’ Day is soon approaching, and we are sure you must be planning various activities to spend the day joyfully with your beloved grandpa and grandma. However, if you have yet to decide on the food menu, take your pick from these National Grandparents’ Day recipes, which are easy to make and have something comforting about them. Your grandparents will absolutely love these recipes!
National Grandparents’ Day recipes your grandma or grandpa is sure to love
Want to surprise your grandparents? Then try these recipes to impress them on National Grandparents’ Day. You can either make them for lunch or dinner. Some of these dishes will surely evoke nostalgia and be a hit among your grandpa and grandma. These recipes are also great for celebrating your parents because your little ones can bond over food with their grandpa and grandma.
Comforting Beef Stew
A bowl of beef stew is what you need to start the conversation on a happy note. Made with slow-cooked beef and veggies, this recipe is time-consuming but does not require continuous stirring, making it a must-have on National Grandparents’ Day.
Authentic Pasta Carbonara
If you are new to cooking, then this recipe is something you can make to surprise your grandpa and grandma on National Grandparents’ Day. This Italian dish is simple to make with only a handful of ingredients. Pair it with some wine for a complete meal. You can even make macaroni and cheese on this day. Pasta is an excellent choice for tweens or teens to surprise their grandparents with food instead of gifts.
Bavarian Pot Roast
If your grandparents love trying new dishes, why not surprise them with this beef recipe this National Grandparents’ Day? It’s a slow-cooked dish where you combine all the ingredients and leave it to simmer for a few hours before enjoying it as a side dish or a main course.
Lasagna
When in doubt, try out this recipe! You can never go wrong with lasagna. Plus, everyone loves this dish. So, preparing it on National Grandparent’s Day is a safe bet if you are short of time or confused about what to make. With store-bought lasagna sheets and homemade bolognese sauce, this dish will be a delicious comfort meal for your grandparents.
Baby Back Ribs
Juicy and tender baby back ribs might be your grandpa’s USP, but show them you, too, can give them a healthy competition by making this recipe on National Grandparents’ Day. However, here is the twist! Instead of taking out your grill for this dish, you can easily make it in the oven to avoid turning it after every few minutes, making your work much easier in the kitchen.
Pork Shepherd’s Pie
Your grandma will be surprised to see this dish on the table. Try making your grandma’s (or grandpa’s) or your mom’s (or dad’s) version of this pie if possible. Otherwise, you can easily make it with pork, pork gravy, onion, potato, cheese, and other ingredients. If they don’t enjoy pork, swap it with chicken. For the vegetarian version, add in more veggies for a cozy and comforting dish.
Cakes
No gathering is complete without a dessert. Moreover, baking desserts is also a great way to include toddlers in the celebration. So, depending on the time you have at hand, make a chocolate cake, carrot cake, strawberry cake, ice cream cake, or cupcakes.
Personal mug cakes are also a great last-minute option to end the National Grandparents’ Day celebration on a sweet note. For little ones wanting to show their appreciation to their grandpa and grandma, while they can’t help with the recipe, allow them to pick the mug in which the cake will be served. Your kiddos will love the involvement, and their grandchild’s effort will touch your parents.
Even burgers, Spanish Rice with Ground Beef, pan-seared salmon, and Southern Fried Chicken are great food options for National Grandparent’s Day. So, start finalizing the menu, get the ingredients, and try this recipe to celebrate the coming Sunday with good food and great company.
