About Dottie's Kitchen

Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here.

This site is a celebration of home cooking, family stories, and the deep comfort that comes from recipes passed down through generations. At the heart of it all is one incredible woman: my grandmother, Dorothy “Dottie” Helmrich.

Dottie was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother whose passion for cooking brought joy to everyone around her. Her recipes and warm spirit continue to inspire us all. This site archives her hand written (some typed) recipes. All of the recipes on this site were taken from her personal recipe boxes and the original recipe cards she collected over the years. The recipes are organized by category, and each recipe includes a photo of the original card, along with a transcription of the recipe itself updated with clearer instructions and terms or names for ingredients that are in common use today.

The goal is to upload a recipe a week, so check back often to see what’s new. I hope you find something that inspires you to get in the kitchen and create something delicious, and share it with your family and friends. I also hope you’ll share your own stories and memories of Dottie. You can do that by clicking on the “Contact” link in the menu above.