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Grilled Asparagus is the perfect easy summer side. This recipe comes together with simple ingredients and grills up in literally minutes. I love asparagus in just about every form, but there is something so magical about grilled asparagus. We are using the same ingredients as in my oven-roasted asparagus, but throwing it all on the…

Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork is an easy slow cooker recipe that your family will adore. Made with simple ingredients and the best homemade BBQ sauce, this is a home run! Whether you are feeding a hungry crowd or you are just making dinner on a busy weeknight, there is not much that is better than…

There is nothing quite so delicious as a Monte Cristo Sandwich. It is made with really simple ingredients, but it is out of this world. If you’ve never had a Monte Cristo Sandwich before (an Americanized version of a Croque Monsieur), it is like a combination of French toast and a grilled cheese sandwich, with…

Air Fryer Chicken Thighs are your new favorite dinner recipe. Chicken thighs and a few spices combine to make a delectable chicken recipe. We love our air fryer so much. It preheats so quickly, and it is a great way to make a fast dinner. These crispy chicken thighs are the perfect air fryer recipe.…

This bright and fresh Watermelon Salad makes the perfect easy summer side dish. Seasonal ingredients, like watermelon, cucumber, and mint, combine with savory feta, red onion, and a simple dressing for the perfect side to bring to any picnic or BBQ. Summer salads are one of my favorite recipes to create this time of year.…

This Orange Creamsicle cocktail is your favorite childhood treat as a grown-up drink! You will love this easy and delicious treat. Cocktails that double as dessert are my favorite! This great orange creamsicle cocktail has been super popular on Simple Joy for almost 10 years! I decided recently that it needed a photo update. You…

Air Fryer Turkey Burgers make for a simple and delicious dinner. No need to fire up the grill to have delicious and quick burgers! Turkey burgers are my go-to lunch meal. They are quick to make, delicious, and they leave me full and satisfied all afternoon long. These Air Fryer Turkey Burgers make that meal…

Shrimp Alfredo is such an easy weeknight meal that is sure to impress. Whether you are making this for the family or guests, the reviews will be raving. If you sift through my reader reviews at the bottom of posts, you will notice that when readers comment that a recipe won over one of their…

This crispy fried chicken sandwich is just like your favorite fast-food takeout, but made so easy at home. Chicken is coated in a simple flavorful breading, fried, and then topped with the best Chick Fil A Sauce. If you are looking for a chicken sandwich you can easily make on a weeknight, this is it!…

An Agua Fresca is the perfect refreshing drink! Made with just three simple ingredients and water, and in so many different flavors, you will want this all summer long. I love the simplicity of an agua fresca. A popular drink in Mexico, hopped fruit, sugar, and lime juice come together in a blender with some…

A grilled cheese sandwich is an easy recipe, and with my tips and tricks, it will turn out perfect every single time. A grilled cheese sandwich paired with my homemade tomato soup is top-tier comfort food in my book. It’s like the meal itself is wrapping you up in a warm hug. This grilled cheese…

This simple chopped Greek Salad is bursting with freshness. It is made with just a handful of ingredients, but they pair together in the most magical way. I am obsessed with simple salad recipes. To me, the first bite bursts with summer flavor, and I’m immediately feeling the warmth of the summer sun, regardless of…