Almost Martha

09/16/2026

Southern Squash Casserole
This Southern Squash Casserole was my mom’s recipe, and it’s one of those dishes that immediately feels like home to me. I always asked for this when we had our family over.
Tender yellow squash, baked in a creamy, cheesy filling and topped with a buttery croutons. It’s simple, old-fashioned comfort food—the kind of recipe that doesn’t need improving because it was already pretty wonderful to begin with.
I love being able to share some of my mom’s recipes here. Every time I make one, it brings back memories of her kitchen and reminds me how much of our family history is passed down through food.
I hope you’ll give this one a try. And if you have a favorite recipe from your mother or grandmother that you still make, I’d love to hear about it.

09/12/2026

Need an easy, delicious, nutritious dinner? This is it! I used flounder but you can use any flaky white fish to make this wonderful dish! Recipe here- https://almost-martha.com/recipe-catalog/f/flounder-almondine-with-brown-butter

09/10/2026

This Cherry Almond Pie has quickly become one of my favorites. A flaky, buttery pastry filled with cherries and toasted almonds—and here’s the best part: no pitting cherries!
It has all that wonderful cherry flavor without all the work. The toasted almonds add a little crunch and nuttiness that makes the whole thing just a bit more special.
Serve it warm with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream and you have a pretty wonderful dessert.
A little easier. A lot more delicious.
Recipe here: https://almost-martha.com/recipe-catalog/f/cherry-almond-pie

08/18/2026

This is a delicious, super easy dinner. I paired it with lemon risotto and roasted broccoli. It is a simple dinner but is also dinner party worthy! Recipe is here:https://bit.ly/4gkAfXy and the Video is here: https://youtu.be/jqTBzB-pE34

08/17/2026

I love this time of year, flowers just keep coming in. I have them everywhere!

08/10/2026

My first attempt at making a kale salad at home was...not great.
It was tough, chewy, and honestly felt more like I was eating leaves than salad. I couldn't understand why the kale salads I ordered in restaurants were so delicious while mine was such a disappointment.
Then I learned the trick restaurants use.
Before you ever add the dressing, you massage the kale with fresh lemon juice and a little sea salt. Just a few minutes of gentle rubbing transforms the leaves. They become softer, darker green, and wonderfully tender while still keeping a little bite.
From there, it's easy. A bright lemon-Parmesan dressing, crispy toasted panko breadcrumbs, fresh herbs, and shaved Parmesan turn kale into a salad you'll actually look forward to eating.
If you've tried kale before and weren't impressed, don't give up. You may have just been missing the secret.
The full recipe is on almost-martha.com. I'd love to know if this one changes your mind about kale! https://almost-martha.com/recipe-catalog/f/delicious-kale-salad

08/06/2026

I went to the country for a few days and came home to this beautiful bounty! Tomatoes and flowers are my two favorites!

08/05/2026

Don't wait for the holidays to enjoy creamy, cheesy potatoes.
This Weeknight Potato Gratin proves that comfort food doesn't have to wait for a special occasion. Thinly sliced russet potatoes, Gruyère cheese, and herb-scented cream come together to create a side dish that's simple enough for a weeknight but worthy of your holiday table.
It's rich, comforting, and surprisingly easy to make, and I have a feeling it will become a regular in your kitchen.
You can find the recipe and watch the video here: [https://youtu.be/yqnuc-5lxYw]
If you make it, I'd love to hear what you think!

08/02/2026

I don’t know how this happened, but my Mixed Berry Shortcake has over 35 thousand views on YouTube!!! Folks must like shortcake!

Flaky, buttery shortcakes are layered with sweet strawberries, juic...

08/02/2026

I must agree! The bread in Europe IS very different but you can have it at home too! You can buy French flour on Amazon and enjoy a great baguette! https://almost-martha.com/recipe-catalog/f/french-baguettes?blogcategory=Bread

If you’ve noticed that certain baked goods are more tolerable abroad, it may not be all in your head.