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<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Pineapple-Chicken-Pin-2-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Pineapple Chicken recipe. Text says, “the best Pineapple Chicken simplejoy.com” Image is overhead photo of a skillet of Pineapple Chicken recipe. - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Pineapple-Chicken-Pin-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Pineapple Chicken recipe. Image is overhead photo of a skillet of Pineapple Chicken recipe beside a bowl of rice. Text says, “Pineapple Chicken simplejoy.com” - 2”> Pineapple Chicken is such an easy chicken stir fry....

This Samoa Cake is the perfect combination of chocolate, caramel, and coconut. Moist, delicious, and perfectly rich! So, you know how sometimes on Facebook you can see what your friends post on their other friends’ walls? Have you ever gotten sucked into the Facebook hole where you then click on the friend of the friend’s profile? Yeah, me neither ……. But for the people who do do that, what happens when you click on the profile and then you see that your friend of a friend has two friends in common with you ....

Sausage and Peppers is an easy weeknight dinner or the perfect game day meal. This recipe comes together with simple ingredients and is done in under 30 minutes! My family’s go-to fallback meal is what we affectionately refer to as “pasta and sausages.” It’s basically just sausages that are pan-fried and then finish cooking in spaghetti sauce . We cut them up and serve them over pasta. It’s a hit every single time....

It all started when I wanted to send my niece and nephew a care package. They are super adorable, want to see? They love to color. They were sitting at my kitchen table, peaceful little that souls they are, making birthday cards for their mom, my wonderful sister-in-law. And just because I like to brag about my nieces and nephews almost as much as I like bragging about my own kids, look at this one of me and sweet little Mira....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Spaghetti-Squash-Casserole-Pin-1-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Spaghetti Squash Casserole. Image is overhead photo of a baking dish of Spaghetti Squash Casserole. Text says, “Low carb southwest casserole simplejoy.com” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Spaghetti-Squash-Casserole-Pin-7-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic of Spaghetti Squash Casserole. Text says, “Vegetarian Casserole Recipe simplejoy.com.” Image is overhead photo of a baking dish of Spaghetti Squash Casserole with spoons for serving. - 2”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Spaghetti-Squash-Casserole-Pin-8-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Spaghetti Squash Casserole....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Stuffed-Pepper-Casserole-Pin-8-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“pinterest graphic that says “one pot stuffed pepper casserole simplejoy.com” - 2”> This Stuffed Pepper Casserole is an easy weeknight dinner that will become part of the regular rotation. It is my kids’ newest favorite recipe and I bet it’s going to be a winner for yours too! My kids are obsessed with stuffed peppers. It is one of those things in parenting where I try to not make a big thing about it because I don’t want to jinx it....

This Broccoli Pasta is a simple go to weeknight dinner that kids and adults can both agree on. It will become a regular in your dinner rotation. I have made it no secret with my dad that I don’t think his best quality is his cooking. Love you, Dad! (For the record, I think his best quality is his huge compassionate heart.) But! He has a few recipes up his sleeve that are winners....

This Baileys Dessert Fluff is the perfect easy no bake dessert to make for a party! Six simple and easy ingredients and it comes together in about five minutes! If you love my Baileys Fudge and my Baileys Poke Cake and just can’t get enough of amazing Baileys dessert recipes, then you have to try this Baileys Fluff! So even though I have been flooding my Facebook pag e with pumpkin recipes lately, we are still in the thick of summer....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Blackened-Chicken-Alfredo-Pin-2-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Blackened Chicken Alfredo. Text says “the best blackened chicken alfredo simplejoy.com” Image shows pan of Blackened Chicken Alfredo with bowl of salad and glass of wine sitting in background, breadstick sitting beside. - 1”> Blackened Chicken Alfredo is a simple dinner recipe that combines my Fettuccine Alfredo and my Blackened Chicken in the most delightful way. Done in about 25 minutes, you will love this restaurant-quality meal that is made easily in your own kitchen....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Broccoli-Salad-Pin-2-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Broccoli Salad recipe. Text says, “the best Broccoli Salad simplejoy.com.” Image is overhead view of a bowl of Broccoli Salad with grapes beside. - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Broccoli-Salad-Pin-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Broccoli Salad recipe. Image shows a glass bowl of Broccoli Salad with grapes and wooden spoon beside. Text says, “Broccoli Salad simplejoy.com” - 2”> Broccoli Salad is the perfect summer side dish....

These Buffalo Deviled Eggs are the real deal! They are a crazy good twist on traditional Deviled Eggs Recipe . Try not to eat the whole batch yourself These Buffalo Deviled Eggs are so easy to make, but are the perfect fun spin on traditional deviled eggs. If you love all things Buffalo like me, these need to be on your to make list! How to Make Buffalo Deviled Eggs Hard Boil Eggs: I love to make hard boiled eggs in the instant pot , but you can make them on the stove top easily....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chicken-Cacciatore-Pin-1-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Chicken Cacciatore. Images shows overhead of pan of Chicken Cacciatore with bowl of salad, glass of red wine, and piece of garlic toast sitting beside. Text says “easy homemade chicken cacciatore simplejoy.com” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Chicken-Cacciatore-Pin-2-3-150x150.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Pinterest graphic for Chicken Cacciatore. Top image shows a plate of Chicken Cacciatore. Text says “super easy chicken cacciatore simplejoy.com” Lower image shows overhead of pan of Chicken Cacciatore....

Chicken Lo Mein is a dinner that your whole family will fall in love with. Made with the best sauce, chicken, lots of vegetables, and noodles, this is a recipe you can come back to over and over. Meals that seem like take out are my very favorite. This Chicken Lo Mein will rival any of your local take out restaurants. In fact, I’m willing to bet that you will love it more....

Chicken Marinade is easy to throw together with simple ingredients already in your pantry. This chicken breast marinade is going to become a go to recipe. One of my favorite meals in the summer is grilled chicken over salad. But a plain grilled chicken breast is a no go for me. Today I have the best chicken marinade recipe for you! It works perfectly as a grilled chicken marinade....

Chocolate Amaretto Fudge is only four ingredients and is absolutely delicious. This perfect and simple recipe is ideal for the holidays. If you have been around here for a while you know that we absolutely love boozy fudge. You can find the full list of boozy fudge recipes at the bottom of the post. To start this recipe we are going to start with the base of my easy fudge. But we are going to add in some amaretto....

This Crockpot BBQ Chicken uses my five star BBQ sauce to make easy crockpot shredded bbq chicken. Your family will fall back on this recipe over and over. We are constantly on the hunt for easy family dinner recipes, and this Crockpot BBQ Chicken is a winner! It comes together with my homemade BBQ Sauce and is so simple. If you haven’t tried that recipe, check it out. It has rave reviews....

This Crustless Vegetable Quiche is easy to make and only 120 calories a slice! This is an easy breakfast quiche recipe that is perfect to make for any brunch or even for a weekday breakfast. The left overs are great! This vegetarian no crust quiche recipe is great if you are looking eat lighter. This week I’ve had a few friends casually talk to me about dealing with grief . ....

This Easy Lego Halloween Costume for Kids takes about 10 minutes to make, and ends up so cute! It is the perfect cheap Halloween costume idea! Even if you don’t think of yourself as a crafty person, I promise this is a DIY project that anyone can tackle. Caution: Do not wait until the day of trick or treating to make this. Paint often needs two coats with 24 hours in between coats....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Gin-Rickey-Pin-150x150.webp" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“pinterest graphic of a tall glass with ice filled with a gin rickey, garnished with a lime wedge and with a metal straw, says “low calorie gin rickey simplejoy.com” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Gin-Rickey-Pin-2-150x150.webp" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“pinterest graphic of close up view of a gin rickey cocktail in a tall glass garnished with a lime wedge, says: “gin rickey simplejoy.com” - 2”> This Gin Rickey Recipe is the less sweet and lower calorie version of the Gin and Tonic you love....

These Gingerbread Cookies make for the cutest Gingerbread Men. They’re soft, keep their shape and have the perfect spice! You guys! It’s the Christmas season!! I’m so pumped! If you are new to my blog, you probably should know that five years ago I lost my sweet little second son, Elliot. And just about 8 years ago, on the day my first kiddo was born, I lost my amazing mom. Guys, I miss them both so much this time of year....