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<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Frozen-Margaritas-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 Frozen Margarita recipe. Image is close up photo of Frozen Margarita garnished with lime wedges. Text says, “Frozen Margarita simplejoy.com” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Frozen-Margaritas-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 Frozen Margarita recipe. Text says, “the best Frozen Margaritas simplejoy.com.” Image is close up photo of - 2”> This Frozen Margarita recipe is the perfect summer cocktail! Made with just a few ingredients, you will love this frozen spin on our award winning margarita recipe ....

Greek Salad with Chicken makes for a delicious light meal that everyone will love! The flavors of this recipe are perfection. One of my favorite meals to eat in the summer (really all year round), is big salads with sliced chicken on it. It feels very filling while still being really healthy and nutritious. I love it when we can easily grill up marinated chicken in the summers. It is the perfect addition to a salad....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hashbrown-Casserole-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 hashbrown casserole recipe. Image shows a baking dish of hashbrown casserole with a serving removed. Text says, “hashbrown casserole simplejoy.com.” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hashbrown-Casserole-Pin-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 hashbrown casserole recipe. Image shows a wooden spoon serving hashbrown casserole from the baking dish. Text says, “super easy hashbrown casserole simplejoy.com.” - 2”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Hashbrown-Casserole-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 hashbrown casserole recipe. Top image shows a piece of hashbrown casserole served on a plate....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/How-to-Toast-Coconut-Pins-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 a small mason jar full of toasted coconut on a tray with more toasted coconut, says: “how to: toast coconut, simplejoy.com” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/How-to-Toast-Coconut-Pins-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 of a small mason jar full of toasted coconut on a tray with more toasted coconut, says: “how to: toast coconut, simplejoy.com” - 3”> Learning how to toast coconut is a snap. It is so easy to do and yields the perfect ingredient for so many different recipes....

These leftover ham recipes are all amazing. They are the perfect way to use up your holiday entree in a new and inventive way. Ham is such a delicious staple for a big gathering or holiday meal. Since it’s served with so many great side dishes (who else can’t stop at one serving of candied potatoes ?), we almost always have leftovers. Great news! We have a variety of ideas for what to do with leftover ham ranging from breakfast recipes to sandwiches and other dinner ideas that your whole family will love....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Margarita-Mix-Pin-4-150x150.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 Margarita Mix recipe. Top image shows a bottle of Margarita Mix. Bottom image shows a margarita made with Margarita Mix recipe garnished with a lime wedge. Text says, “the best Margarita Mix simplejoy.com” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Margarita-Mix-Pin-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 Margarita Mix recipe. Top image shows bottle of Margarita Mix. Bottom image shows measuring cups of ingredients for Margarita Mix recipe. Text says, “the best Margarita Mix simplejoy....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Oatmeal-Raisin-Cookies-Pin-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 of cookies on a cooling rack, says: “the best oatmeal raisin cookies simplejoy.com” - 2”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Oatmeal-Raisin-Cookies-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 of a stack of oatmeal raisin cookies, says: “oatmeal raisin cookies simplejoy.com " - 3”> These Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are perfectly crisp on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside, exactly the way you would want them to be. These Oatmeal Raisin Cookies hold a place near and dear to my heart....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Peach-Jalapeno-Tuna-Steak-Recipe-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 Peach Jalapeño Tuna Steak recipe. Image is overhead view of a skillet of Peach Jalapeño Tuna Steak recipe. Text says, “peach jalapeno tuna simplejoy.com” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Peach-Jalapeno-Tuna-Steak-Recipe-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 Peach Jalapeño Tuna Steak recipe. Text says, “Peach Jalapeño pan seared Tuna Steaks simplejoy.com.” Image shows a platter with Peach Jalapeño Tuna Steaks - 2”> This Peach Jalapeño Tuna Steak recipe is such a simple dinner....

Pickled Beets are easy to make and delicious straight or on sandwiches and in salads. You won’t believe how fast these are to make. Start with my tutorial for how to roast beets and you are half way there. A few months ago I updated my post on my Easy Beet Salad . You guys, people have feelings about beets. I mean, like intense, kind of feelings. Whenever I share that salad or my tutorial for how to roast beets , two things happen....

Pickled Green Tomatoes are the perfect recipe for the leftovers of your garden. This recipe takes about 10 minutes to make, and is absolutely delicious. This summer my middle kid fell in love with gardening. It was so sweet to watch, since she is named after mom mom, who was gardener at her core. Our luscious vegetable garden gave us so many amazing tomatoes that we used to make gazpacho soup , stuffed tomatoes , and cucumber tomato salad ....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Pisco-Sour-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 pisco sour. Text says “the best pisco sour recipe simplejoy.com” Image shows coupe glass of Pisco Sour cocktail with another cocktail sitting in background - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Pisco-Sour-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 pisco sour. Image shows coupe glass of Pisco Sour cocktail, text says “pisco sour simplejoy.com” - 2”> The Pisco Sour is a classic cocktail that you will absolutely love. Made with Pisco brandy and a few other ingredients, this sweet and sour cocktail is delicious....

These Red Velvet Chocolate Ganache Truffles are red velvet cake balls with an amazing gooey chocolatey center! I feel like, perhaps, one of the most painful things in life is furniture shopping. Only slightly less painful, of course, than furniture shopping with small children. I really don’t like shopping in general. Or, that’s not entirely true. Maybe I just don’t like shopping with kids, and I literally am never without my kids, so in the last nine years I have come to the conclusion that I don’t like shopping ....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Spinach-Salad-with-Bacon-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 of spinach salad overhead of a spinach salad with hard boiled eggs, bean sprouts, and bacon says: “spinach salad simplejoy.com” - 3”> My Spinach Salad is a family favorite recipe from my mom! The perfect recipe for big family functions and get togethers. It is made with my delicious homemade croutons and of course hard boiled eggs . Last night as I watched my kids play with each other ....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Strawberry-Banana-Smoothie-Pi-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 Strawberry Banana Smoothie recipe. Image shows Strawberry Banana Smoothie with strawberry garnish on the rim. Strawberries and bananas beside. Text says, “Strawberry Banana Smoothie simplejoy.com.” - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Strawberry-Banana-Smoothie-Pi-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 Strawberry Banana Smoothie recipe. Text says, “the best Strawberry Banana Smoothie simplejoy.com.” Image shows Strawberry Banana Smoothie with strawberry garnish on the rim, bananas and strawberries beside. - 2”>...

This Strawberry Salad is easy to throw together but packed with tons of amazing flavor! It’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner but delicious enough to serve company! One of my post popular summer recipes is my Strawberry Salad Dressing . And this salad is the perfect companion for that amazing salad dressing. The saltiness of the bacon and the crisp spinach are the perfect pairing with that sweet and delicious poppyseed dressing....

This simple Thanksgiving Centerpiece is an easy and inexpensive floral arrangement that is the perfect hostess gift! <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/thanksgiving_centerpiece5.jpg" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“small pumpkin with a flower arrangement coming out of it, says “easy thanksgiving centerpiece” - 1”> My mom was always bringing people flowers, whether it was for holidays, because they weren’t feeling well, or just because she wanted to share a small piece of her amazing flower garden with them....

These Three Ingredient Wine Slushies happen to be Strawberry Wine Slushies, but using this recipe you could use any frozen fruit. You could even mix and match fruits for all sorts of different flavors! This is going to be your favorite go to summer party cocktail recipe! It’s the last day of school around here! And I love that we are now in a neighborhood where the majority of the kids go to the same school....

This Triple Berry Cobbler Pie combines the amazing flavors of blueberry, raspberry, and strawberries in an amazing pie with a crumble topping. It’s like a cobbler and a pie combined, so good! Even though my house isn’t excessively dirty . . . I mean I’d like to think that we are at least a good four levels above frat house disgusting. At least. And yet. We have a serious fly problem....

<img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Vegetable-Soup-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 Vegetable Soup recipe. Text says, “Homemade Vegetable Soup simplejoy.com.” Image is overhead photo of a pot of Vegetable Soup with a ladle for serving. - 1”> <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://www.simplejoy.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Vegetable-Soup-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 Vegetable Soup recipe. Image is overhead photo of a pot of Vegetable Soup. Text says, “Vegetable Soup simplejoy.com.” - 2”> This Vegetable Soup is healthy, easy to make, and so delicious....

This Apple Salad with Bacon is easy to throw together and full of delicious flavor! Made with crisp, fresh ingredients with a luscious dressing, you will want to bring this salad to every get together. This Apple Salad with Bacon is fast becoming one of my favorites! I’m kind of obsessed with giant salads that can double as entrees for a few people or a great side for a party. And with hearty apples, tangy cheese and crunchy nuts, this salad fills you up without being too heavy....