Joly Recipes - Bringing Taste, Simplicity, and Joy to Your Kitchen

Irresistible Sugar-Free Apple Cake That Tastes Like Fall

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Apple cake sugar free - the image is a close-up of a round cake on a white plate. the cake appears to be freshly baked and has a golden brown crust on top. on top of the cake, there are sliced apples arranged in a circular pattern, with some of them overlapping each other. the apples are cut into small cubes and are scattered throughout the cake. the plate is sitting on a dark grey countertop. the background is blurred, making the cake the focal point of the image.

pZero sugar. All flavor./ppThere’s something about the aroma of baking apples and spices that flips the switch in any kitchen. I remember the first time I

Slow Cooker Beef with Noodles: Hearty Comfort in Every Bite

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Slow cooker beef with noodles - the image is a close-up of a bowl of beef noodle soup. the bowl is made of ceramic and has a light brown color with a speckled pattern. the soup is made up of beef, carrots, celery, and noodles. the beef is cooked in a rich, dark brown sauce and is garnished with chopped herbs. the noodles are long and thin, and the vegetables are bright orange and green. the dish is served on a dark grey background.

pGot your slow cooker ready?/ppThere’s something magic about letting time do the heavy lifting. While the clock ticks away, that beef chuck roast breaks d

Beef Chicken Gravy Recipe: Rich Sauce for Dinner Favorites

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Beef chicken gravy - the image is a close-up of a bowl of soup. the soup appears to be a rich, dark brown color and has chunks of meat and vegetables mixed in. the dish is garnished with chopped nuts, giving it a crunchy texture. the bowl is made of ceramic with a speckled pattern around the edges. the background is a white marble countertop.

pSlow down, folks./ppThere’s something about gravy on the table that changes the whole vibe of a meal. Not just any gravy—this one marries beef’s depth wi

Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Rolls for Busy Mornings

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Freezer breakfast rolls - the image shows a close-up of a quesadilla on a brown plate. the quesads are golden brown and appear to be freshly baked. they are filled with melted cheese and sausage, and the cheese is a bright yellow color. the plate is sitting on a dark, textured surface, possibly a table or countertop. the overall mood of the image is warm and inviting.

pMorning madness? Sorted./ppThere’s something about a rushed dawn where the coffee’s brewing but the stomach’s already shouting—”Feed me, now!” Over the y

Make Ahead Chicken Rice Bowls for Stress-Free Weeknight Meals

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Make ahead chicken rice bowls - the image is a close-up of a bowl of food. the bowl is made of ceramic and is placed on a white marble countertop. the food in the bowl appears to be a salad with rice, chicken, corn, and vegetables. the chicken is cooked to a golden brown color and is garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. there is also a dollop of sour cream on top of the salad. the salad is made up of sliced cucumbers, red bell peppers, and yellow corn kernels. the overall color scheme of the dish is vibrant and colorful.

pReady in a flash./ppThere’s something genuinely satisfying about knowing your dinner is prepped and waiting for you in the fridge. These make ahead chick

Perfect Pumpkin Bread Recipe for High Altitude Baking Success

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Pumpkin bread high altitude - the image shows a freshly baked loaf of bread on a wooden cutting board. the bread appears to be golden brown in color and has a slightly crumbly texture. it is cut in half, revealing the soft, fluffy interior. the cutting board is placed on a dark grey slate countertop. the background is blurred, making the bread the focal point of the image.

pAltitude changes everything./ppAt 7,000 feet, the air thins, and baking becomes a high-stakes game of chemistry. My first attempt at pumpkin bread here w

Peanut Butter and Yogurt Cookie Dough: A No-Bake Snack Treat

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Peanut butter and yogurt cookie dough - the image shows six freshly baked chocolate chip cookies on a baking tray. the cookies are round and golden brown in color, with chocolate chips scattered throughout. they are arranged in a single layer on the tray, with some overlapping each other. the tray is lined with parchment paper, and the cookies appear to be freshly baked. the background is blurred, but it appears to be a kitchen countertop.

pReady for a game-changer?/ppIn my kitchen, the air buzzes with the scent of roasted peanuts and a faint hint of cinnamon—this peanut butter and yogurt co

Quick Shrimp Sheet Pan with Asparagus for Effortless Dinners

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Shrimp sheet pan with asparagus - the image shows a baking tray filled with cooked shrimp and asparagus. the shrimp are arranged in a single layer on the tray, with some of them overlapping each other. the tray is lined with parchment paper and there are a few lemon wedges scattered around the tray. the background is a white wooden table.

pSimplify tonight’s dinner./ppThere’s something almost rebellious about tossing shrimp and asparagus together on a single sheet pan, slathering them in a

Moist, Spiced Carrot Cake Without Eggs—A Crowd-Pleaser

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Carrot cake no eggs - the image is of a round cake on a white marble countertop. the cake appears to be a carrot cake with a layer of white frosting on top. the frosting is drizzled with chopped pecans, giving the cake a crunchy texture. the top of the cake is covered in a light dusting of powdered sugar. in the background, there is another cake on another plate, suggesting that the cake has been freshly baked.

pEggs? Who needs them?/ppOne rainy afternoon, with the sky drumming steady taps on my kitchen window, I decided to tackle carrot cake without the usual su

How to Make Irresistible Vanilla Cake Balls at Home

May 2, 2026May 1, 2026 by Chef Shana

Vanilla cake balls - the image shows a plate of white chocolate truffles with colorful sprinkles on top. the plate is round and has a light blue rim with a speckled pattern. the truffels are round and have a smooth texture. they are arranged in a scattered manner on the plate, with some overlapping each other. the sprinkles are in various colors, including red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple. the background is blurred, but it appears to be a white wooden table.

pSweet temptation incoming./ppThere’s something about the humble vanilla cake ball that sneaks up and steals the show. Picture this: a quiet kitchen bathe