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

Gluten-Free Sourdough Discard Sandwich Bread Recipe You’ll Crave

April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Waste not, want not.

There’s a certain alchemy in transforming sourdough discard—usually the bane of bakers’ existences—into a loaf that sings with tan

Quick & Easy Beef with Broccoli Freezer Meal for Busy Nights

April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Frozen dinners? Not your usual microwave mishap.

Picture this: a chilly evening, the clock ticking ominously, and the last thing you want is to stand o

Hearty High Protein Beef Rice Recipe for Balanced Meals

April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Fuel up fast.

There’s something about the sizzle of ground beef hitting a hot skillet that sets the tone for a meal worth waking up your taste buds. To

Garlic Shrimp Skillet: Quick, Flavor-Packed Weeknight Dinner

April 16, 2026April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Garlic shrimp skillet - the image shows a frying pan with cooked shrimp in a creamy sauce. the shrimp are pink and appear to be seasoned with herbs and spices. the sauce is a light yellow color and is spread evenly over the shrimp. the pan is black and has a handle on one side. there are two lemons on the side of the pan and a white cloth napkin on the other side. the background is a wooden table.

Garlic shrimp skillet—simple, fast, unbeatable.

There’s something about shrimp sizzling in butter and garlic that pulls me straight to the stove. The k

Oven-Baked Chicken Breast Dinner with Crispy Roasted Potatoes

April 16, 2026April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Chicken breast dinner potatoes - the image shows a piece of grilled chicken breast on a white parchment paper. the chicken breast is golden brown and appears to be seasoned with herbs and spices. surrounding the chicken breast are roasted potatoes of different sizes and colors, including red, yellow, and brown. the potatoes are arranged in a scattered manner, with some overlapping each other. there are also some sprigs of thyme scattered around the plate. the overall presentation of the dish is appetizing and visually appealing.

Let’s talk comfort food.

The kitchen hums with anticipation. Potatoes—golden, fluffy, and crispy—are beginning their slow roast, bathing in olive oil a

How to Make Moist Oatmeal Cookies Without a Trace of Butter

April 16, 2026April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Oatmeal cookie without butter - the image is a close-up of a round cookie on a wooden surface. the cookie appears to be freshly baked and has a golden brown color. it is surrounded by scattered walnuts, which are visible in the background. the walnuts are of different sizes and shapes, and they are arranged in a scattered manner around the cookie. there are also a few raisins scattered around, adding a pop of color to the image. the overall mood of the image is warm and inviting.

Butter? Not today.

In a kitchen smelling of cinnamon and warm oats, I’m whipping up a batch of oatmeal cookies—without the usual dollop of butter. Inst

Why Chocolate Zucchini Sheet Cake Beats Every Other Sweet Treat

April 16, 2026April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Chocolate zucchini sheet cake - the image is of a square-shaped chocolate cake on a wooden surface. the cake appears to be freshly baked and has a rich, dark brown color. the top of the cake is covered in a thick layer of chocolate frosting, which is swirled in a swirl pattern. the frosting is drizzled over the cake, creating a smooth and glossy texture. there are also small pieces of chopped nuts scattered throughout the frosting. the tray is lined with parchment paper, and the cake looks moist and fluffy.

Chocolate zucchini sheet cake? Yes, please.

There’s something wildly satisfying about sneaking veggies into dessert—call it a kitchen hack that’s as ol

Make Ahead Chicken Thigh Casserole: Easy Prep, Big Flavor

April 16, 2026April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Make ahead chicken thigh casserole - the image shows a baking dish filled with a dish of chicken pot pie. the dish is made of ceramic and has a brown rim. the chicken is golden brown and appears to be seasoned with herbs and spices. it is covered in a creamy yellow sauce with chunks of carrots, peas, and mushrooms scattered throughout. the sauce is drizzled over the top of the dish, giving it a golden-brown color. there are also a few sprigs of fresh parsley scattered throughout the dish. the background is a dark wooden table.

Kitchen hustle mode: activated.

There’s something downright satisfying about prepping a hearty dish in advance—especially when it’s chicken thighs nest

Whip Up Flourless Apple Muffins: Oats, Spice & Pure Comfort

April 16, 2026April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Flourless apple muffin - the image shows a group of freshly baked muffins on a dark grey surface. the muffins are golden brown in color and have a crumbly texture. they are topped with chopped almonds and a slice of apple, giving them a crunchy appearance. there are six muffins in total, arranged in a row, with the largest muffin in the foreground and the others scattered around it. the background is blurred, making the muffins the focal point of the image.

Let’s get this straight: flourless doesn’t mean flavorless.

In my kitchen, the morning sun filters through the blinds just right, casting a warm glow o

Korean Apple Cake Recipe: Moist, Tender & Comforting Bite

April 16, 2026April 15, 2026 by Chef Shana

Apple cake korean - the image is a close-up of a freshly baked apple tart on a wooden table. the tart has a golden brown crust and is topped with sliced apples arranged in a circular pattern. the apples are cut into thin slices and are arranged in an overlapping manner, with some overlapping each other. the top of the tart is drizzled with a caramel sauce, giving it a shiny appearance. the table has a rustic, weathered look, with visible grain and knots. the overall mood of the image is warm and inviting.

Apples in the oven—magic happens.

There’s something about the humble apple that gets me every time. When I first tried this Korean-style apple cake, it