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Trending Recipes
Discover the most popular and buzz-worthy recipes that everyone is raving about! From mouthwatering classics to modern twists, these trending dishes are perfect for elevating your meals.
Green Bean Casserole (No Canned Soup!)
Fluffy Parker House Rolls (An Easy, Classic Recipe!)
Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms (An Easy & Elegant Party Appetizer!)
Sweet Potato Casserole (with Crunchy Pecan Streusel!)
Juiciest Thanksgiving Turkey Ever (The Secret is Mayonnaise!)
Roasted Acorn Squash Agrodolce (An Easy Showstopper!)
Crispy Roast Duck (A Holiday Showstopper!)
Steakhouse Creamed Spinach (with a Crispy Parmesan Topping!)
All-Crust Scalloped Potatoes (An Easy Sheet-Pan Recipe!)
Authentic Cioppino (Easy San Francisco Seafood Stew!)
Red Chile Pork Tamales (A Step-by-Step Guide!)
‘Christmas’ Steak (A Showstopper Porterhouse Recipe!)
Breakfast Recipes
Kickstart your day with easy, delicious, and wholesome breakfast ideas. From quick bites to hearty meals, find recipes to fuel your morning!
Cornbread Breakfast Casserole (with Ham & Kale!)
The Best Healthy Sweet Potato Hash (with Eggs!)
The Best Crispy & Fluffy Savory Protein Waffles
The Best Fluffy & Healthy Apple Pie Protein Pancakes
The Best High-Protein Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
The Best Fluffy & Easy Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
Lunch Recipes
Discover quick, satisfying, and flavorful lunch ideas to power your day. Perfect for work, home, or on-the-go!
Glazed Brussels Sprouts and Potatoes (An Easy Holiday Side!)
The Best Classic & Fluffy Parker House Rolls Recipe
Chicken Avocado Wrap
Corned Beef and Cabbage Shepherd’s Pie
Chef John’s Corned Beef Hash
Chef John’s Shepherd’s Pie
Dinner Recipes
Discover quick, satisfying, and flavorful lunch ideas to power your day. Perfect for work, home, or on-the-go!
Green Bean Casserole (No Canned Soup!)
Fluffy Parker House Rolls (An Easy, Classic Recipe!)
Sausage-Stuffed Mushrooms (An Easy & Elegant Party Appetizer!)
Sweet Potato Casserole (with Crunchy Pecan Streusel!)
Juiciest Thanksgiving Turkey Ever (The Secret is Mayonnaise!)
Roasted Acorn Squash Agrodolce (An Easy Showstopper!)
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Hi! We’re Evelyn and Matt – the team behind CookUpJoy.com. I (Evelyn) am the main voice, cook, and recipe creator here, and Matt is my partner in life, taste-testing, tech support, and everything in between. Together, we’ve built this blog as a place to share the joy we find in everyday cooking.
My love for food started over 27 years ago, when I was just a little girl cooking beside my grandmother. Those early moments sparked something that stayed with me for life – the idea that food is about more than just feeding people. It’s about connection, creativity, and care.
Matt came into the picture with a curiosity for flavor and a practical eye. He’s the one who’s always asking, “Can we make this easier?” or “What if we try it this way?” While I bring tradition and heart, Matt brings balance, simplicity, and a helpful dose of logic to everything we cook and share.
