We found the best recipes from Nebraska—all submitted by local home cooks. In this collection, you’ll find recipes that put The Cornhusker State on the map.
The Best Recipes from Nebraska
Updated on Feb. 19, 2024
1/18
Nebraska's Stuffed Beef Sandwiches
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I moved to Nebraska, I discovered many ethnic foods that I had never heard of before. A friend introduced me to this runza recipe, a German-Russian beef sandwich, and it quickly became a family favorite. —Dolly Croghan, Mead, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 433 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 524mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 23g protein.
2/18
Chicken Corn Fritters
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I've always loved corn fritters, but they weren't satisfying as a main dish. I came up with this recipe and was thrilled when my husband and our three young boys gave it rave reviews. The chicken and zesty sauce make these a wonderful brunch or lunch entree.
-Marie Greene, Scottsbluff, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 fritter: 254 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 414mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 8g protein.
3/18
Bacon Walnut Bread with Honey Butter
Total Time
65 mins
Servings
1 loaf (16 slices) and 3/4 cup honey butter
From the Recipe Creator:
My savory walnut bread filled with bacon bits and blue cheese dressing is complemented by the sweetness of honey-flavored butter. Cut yourself a thick slice, slather on the butter and enjoy!—Pam Ivbuls, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice plus about 2 teaspoons honey butter: 296 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
4/18
Smoky Espresso Steak
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This juicy steak rubbed with espresso, cocoa and pumpkin pie spice is one of my husband’s favorites. Broiling is a good year-round method, but we love making it on the grill, too. —Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked beef: 216 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 661mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.
5/18
Deluxe Hash Brown Casserole
Total Time
60 mins
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My son-in-law gave me the recipe for this hash brown casserole, which my kids say is addictive. It's an amazing make-ahead dish.—Amy Oswalt, Burr, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 273 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 838mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
6/18
One-Pot Chilighetti
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Grab your stockpot for my meal-in-one chili and spaghetti. I’ve got a large family, and this hearty pasta takes care of everybody. —Jennifer Trenhaile, Emerson, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups (calculated without sour cream and cheese): 508 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 53mg cholesterol, 903mg sodium, 70g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 9g fiber), 32g protein.
7/18
Bacon-Wrapped Corn
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After one bite of this grilled corn on the cob, you'll never go back to your old way of preparing it. The incredible flavor of roasted corn combined with bacon and chili powder is sure to please your palate and bring rave reviews at your next backyard barbecue. —Lori Bramble, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 ear of corn: 210 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 199mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
8/18
Can-Can Chicken
Total Time
105 mins
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a tasty take on the popular beer-can chicken. Once the bird is on the grill, the work's basically done. And cleanup is a cinch—a must for a guy like me. —Steve Bath, Lincoln, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 377 calories, 20g fat (5g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 1067mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 39g protein.
9/18
Beef Nacho Pie
Total Time
45 mins
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to spend time in the garden, so I look for recipes that don't require hours in the kitchen. This savory southwestern pie has a short list of ingredients and is quick to prepare. —Doris Gill, Sargent, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 391 calories, 25g fat (9g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 765mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
10/18
Ham Chowder
Total Time
60 mins
Servings
10 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
My five children all agree that this soothing recipe is wonderful. The soup is full of potatoes, carrots and ham. The best part is that I can get it on the table in only a half hour of hands-on time. —Jennifer Trenhaile, Emerson, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 404 calories, 26g fat (12g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 1081mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.
11/18
Shredded French Dip
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A chuck roast slow-simmered in a beefy broth is delicious when shredded and spooned onto rolls. I serve the cooking juices in individual cups for dipping. —Carla Kimball, Callaway, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 399 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 1104mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein.
12/18
No-Bake Peanut Butter Treats
Total Time
10 mins
Servings
15 treats
From the Recipe Creator:
Perfect for road trips, these peanut butter oatmeal balls won’t stick to your hands. Keep them in the refrigerator for portable snacks. —Sonia Rohda, Waverly, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 70 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 46mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
13/18
Cola Barbecue Ribs
Total Time
550 mins
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Enjoy the smoky goodness of a summer barbecue all year long by preparing these moist and tender ribs, inclement weather or not. —Karen Shuck, Edgar, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 999 calories, 66g fat (24g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 2g fiber), 64g protein.
14/18
Two-Tone Baked Potatoes
Total Time
105 mins
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One potato...two potato...this recipe is doubly wonderful as far as spud lovers are concerned. I have a reputation at home and at work for trying out new recipes. Everyone is glad I took a chance on this one.
-Sherree Stahn, Central City, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed potato: 237 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 365mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 5g fiber), 6g protein.
15/18
Eddie’s Favorite Fiesta Corn
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When sweet corn is available, I love making this splurge of a side dish. Frozen corn works, but taste as you go and add sugar if needed. —Anthony Bolton, Bellevue, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 249 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 399mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
16/18
Beef Stroganoff Sandwiches
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For an American take on classic Russian comfort food, we turn beef Stroganoff into a sandwich. It comes together fast, and our family devours it. —Alison Garcia, Beatrice, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 443 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 1124mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
17/18
Cheddar & Spinach Twice-Baked Potatoes
Total Time
95 mins
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband is a rancher who loves a hearty potato dish, so consider these spuds with cheddar and spinach cowboy approved! My crowd never leaves leftovers. —Jody Augustyn, Loup City, NE
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed potato half: 261 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 363mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 9g protein.
18/18
Steak & Mushroom Stroganoff
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This homey recipe of steak and egg noodles in a creamy sauce is just like what we had at my gran's house when we visited. It's one of my favorite "memory meals," as I call them. —Janelle Shank, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 455 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 379mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein.
