Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about our recipes, the site, and how to reach us.

Recipes & cooking

Can I substitute ingredients?

Yes — most recipes include notes on common swaps. You can usually adjust herbs, cheeses and add-ins freely; be more careful with baking ratios (flour, sugar, leavening) where measurements matter.

How do I scale a recipe up or down?

Multiply or divide the ingredient amounts evenly. For baking, watch your pan size and bake time; for stovetop dishes, adjust the seasoning to taste at the end.

How should I store leftovers?

Most cooked dishes keep three to four days in an airtight container in the fridge, and many freeze well too. Check the individual recipe for specific storage tips.

Using the site

Do I need an account?

No. Every recipe on My Home Made Recipe is free to read — no sign-up required.

Can I print or save a recipe?

Yes — use your browser print option, or bookmark the page to come back to it later.

Why do you show ads?

Ads keep the site free and let us keep testing and publishing new recipes. We work to keep them unobtrusive.

Contact & suggestions

How do I suggest a recipe or report a problem?

We would love to hear from you — email contact@myhomemaderecipe.com with your idea or the issue and we will take a look.

Who writes the recipes?

Every recipe is created and tested by Susan, the founder and home cook behind My Home Made Recipe.