Want to make mom feel extra special this year? Skip heading to a crowded restaurant and cook something delicious at home. Cooking for Mom is one of the best ways to show you care, and these meals to make for Mom on Mother’s Day will make her feel appreciated. Whether you’re a pro in the kitchen or a novice, there is a Mother’s Day dinner idea to suit everyone’s skill level. In case mom has a sweet tooth, we’ve also included a few easy dessert recipes.
Seasoned Pork Loin
“The mix of spices for the rub is very simple. The flavor they bring out and the simplicity of this recipe are why I use it over and over. Once the meat is cooked, you can use it for pulled pork or just have it as it is for delicious dinner meat. – Lisa
Crock Pot Cubed Steak
“When cooked in the slow cooker, cube steak is fork-tender. I love to start this in the morning and it’s ready for dinner.” – Marcia
Original Crawfish or Shrimp Monica
“Unlike Crawfish Etoufee, this rich, creamy dish is so simple, with only a handful of ingredients, yet very flavorful. Some recipes get too complicated, and the original Crawfish Monica recipe didn’t have all that stuff in it. Try this for yourself and see what I mean.” – Donna
Stuffed Chicken Marsala
“I found the marsala recipe written on a piece of paper hidden in one of my grandmother’s old cookbooks. I added a twist to it by stuffing the chicken rather than pounding it flat.” – Christina
Sweet Fried Shrimp
“This shrimp is so addicting and super easy… use it for a dish or a snack!” – Shauntel
Crock Pot Beef Tips Stroganoff
“I have always loved beef stroganoff and using the Crock Pot makes this recipe easy! I like to enjoy this with a fresh green salad and crusty bread and butter, with fruit salad for dessert.” – Diane
Chocolate Lava Cake
“My family loves it. It is so easy and simple to make it. They were so good and sweet and rich.” – Lisa
Southwestern Tilapia
“This Southwestern Tilapia is baked to perfection in a warm blend of spices. It is baked to flaky perfection in minutes.” – Debbie
Savory Risotto
“My grandma used to make risotto all the time, and we all loved it. So when I get a chance to make it, I try to put my own spin on it. My family loves this savory risotto.” – Luana
Blueberry Cobbler (Kuchen)
“This is my Mom’s recipe and is very easy with few ingredients. It works very well with blackberries as well as fresh peaches, just adjust sugar to taste.” – Angela
Bacon-Wrapped Filets With Sauteed Mushrooms
“This is one of the three dishes I make when I’m craving meat! So easy, so good.” – Ali
Garlic Chicken Pasta With Prosciutto
“A yummy dish of chicken and garlic that will have your company wanting more!” – Jamallah
Pork Chops With Wine Sauce
“An easy recipe that makes Wednesdays special in my house.” – Terri
Dark Chocolate Truffle Cookies
“If you love dark chocolate, this is the recipe for you.” – Donna
Bonnie’s Blue Ribbon Dutch Oven Moroccan Chicken
“This quick and easy Moroccan chicken dish gets its unusual and delicious taste from the combination of spices and herbs used in the recipe and the slow cooking technique in the Dutch oven. The thigh meat is succulent, tender, and just full of flavor.” – Bonnie
Creamy Parmesan and Garlic Pasta
“My three favorites in one pot. Cheese, garlic, and angel hair pasta! I just love this sauce. Makes a great side or a light lunch with some crusty bread. One of the best comfort foods I know.” – Tammy
My Grandmother’s Chocolate Pie
“This was the recipe my grandmother always went to when she made a chocolate meringue pie. It was a hit with everyone in the family, and it still is.” – Debbie
Potato Gnocchi in a Sage Sausage Butter Sauce
“I had a clear idea of how I wanted this to taste. It turned out so much better than I had hoped! Whole house loved this, and hubby ate half of the pan himself! Just couldn’t stop eating it.” – Chrissy
Lobster Ravioli
“There is only one word to describe this lobster ravioli recipe… yummy!” – Michelle
Roasted Asparagus and Mushroom Carbonara Recipe
“Roasted asparagus and mushrooms in a creamy and cheesy egg sauce with plenty of fresh cracked black pepper.” – Kevin