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The Joy of Cooking Podcast

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52 episodes
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English
Date created
2024/11/12
Latest episode
2026/02/04
Average duration
62 min.
Release period
10 days

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The Joy of Cooking is more than a cookbook; it's an American culinary institution. Irma S. Rombauer’s timeless recipes have guided generations of home cooks for over a century. Today, her legacy lives on through her great-grandson, John Becker, and his wife, Megan Scott. Based in Portland, Oregon, they are the 4th generation stewards of this beloved classic, having authored its latest edition. As they create the next chapter of the Joy of Cooking and launch the Joy of Cooking Podcast, the Rombauer family continues to inspire and nourish with every conversation. Each week, John & Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their revolving guest of home cooks, cookbook authors, food entrepreneurs, and chefs- to discuss cherished & reviled Joy recipes, kitchen victories & miseries, and most importantly, what they are all cooking and eating.

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Sheryl Kesey Thompson of Nancy's Yogurt: A Casual Culinary Chat About Yogurt
2026/02/04
Episode 52, Sheryl Kesey Thompson of Nancy's Yogurt. John and Megan set the table with producer Sarah Marshall and their guest, Sheryl, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about yogurt.   Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon   Guest Links: Nancy’s Probiotic Foods website Nancy’s on Instagram Mentions on the Podcast: Wolf in the Woods (San Diego restaurant) Carne & Hueso (San Diego restaurant) Kabalito Jordanian Freekeh (the brand we purchased that needed to be rinsed thoroughly!) “Chuck Kesey, Probiotic Yogurt Pioneer, Dies at 87” (NYT) “Remembering the Grateful Dead’s Sunshine Daydream Concert: Still Grateful 50 Years Later” (Nancy’s website) Free Food: Earth Eating by Andrew Barton A TikTok-inspired broiled cottage cheese toast recipe (representative) Darigold Oregon State University’s Dairy Research Center and Dairy Processing Program Çilbir eggs or Turkish-style poached eggs with garlicky yogurt and chile butter (Nik Sharma recipe)   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Yogurt and Honey Panna Cotta, 821   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Freekeh with Greens, Chickpeas, and Halloumi, 338 Arroz Con Pollo, 424 Flourless Nut Balls are only in the older Joys: p. 769 in the 2006 edition; p. 706 in the 1975 edition; p. 669 in the 1963 edition   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Naomi Tomky: A Casual Culinary Chat About Whole Grains
2026/01/21
Episode 51, Naomi Tomky. John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larson, and their guest, Naomi Tomki, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about whole grains.   Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon   Guest Links: Naomi Tomky’s website Naomi Tomky’s Instagram The Pacific Northwest Seafood Cookbook: Salmon, Crab, Oysters, and More, by Naomi Tomky   Mentions on the Podcast: Slap Ya Mama White Pepper Blend Cajun Seasoning Anna Hezel’s Ranch Fire Crackers recipe Toshi’s Teriyaki Grill Communion Restaurant & Bar Sarah and Nam Soon Ahn’s recipe for Dubu Jorim (from their book Umma, and on ATK) Ancient Grains for Modern Meals, by Maria Speck Grist: A Practical Guide to Cooking Grains, Beans, Seeds, and Legumes by Abra Berens   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Freekeh with Greens, Chickpeas, and Halloumi, 338   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Party Mix, 48 Garam Masala II, 588 Farrotto, 339 Saffron Millet, 326   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Kelly Kate Warren: A Casual Culinary Chat About Backpacking Food
2026/01/08
Episode 50, Kelly Kate Warren. John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larson, and their guest, Kelly Kate Warren, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about Backpacking Food.   Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon   Guest Links: The Backcountry Cook website (including info on booking trips!) The Backcountry Cook on Instagram The Backcountry Cook on Facebook   Mentions on the Podcast: Black Sheep Coffee Roasters Afro-Vegan: Farm-Fresh African, Caribbean, and Southern Flavors Remixed by Bryant Terry America’s Test Kitchen Rock Creek Pack Station True Lime Packets Nido Dry Whole Milk Powder Chaokoh Coconut Milk Powder   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Campfire Bananas, 177 2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Moules Marnière (Mussels Steamed in Wine), 351 Frijloes de la Olla, 213 Egg Rolls, 71 Borscht with Meat, 98 Shepherd’s Pie, 506   2019 Joy Reference Sections Mentioned: “High-altitude” index entry, 1117 (Page references to all of our HA recipes and general cooking info) About Rabbit and Hare, 524 (Skinning instructions and a helpful illustration live here.) Camp Cooking, 1061 (All the firestarting and fire safety info resides here.)   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Coco Morante: A Casual Culinary Chat About Restaurants in Portland & Eugene
2025/12/17
Episode 49, Coco Morante. John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larson, and their guest, Coco Morente, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about restaurants in Portland & Eugene.   Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon   Guest Links: Coco Morante Instagram Coco’s website, Lefty Spoon The Instant Kitchen Cookbook The Instant Kitchen Meal Prep Cookbook Coco Morante on Simply Recipes   Mentions on the Podcast: Cookie McCakeFace Cornet Custard Erin McDowell’s sturdy pie challenge Nom Nom Paleo Metal cookbook stand Skully basting brush   Eugene/Portland, OR Restaurants: Marché Provisions Market Hall 86 Speakeasy Izakaya Meiji Party Bar Lovely’s Fifty Fifty Eem Thai BBQ and Cocktails Rangoon Bistro Kachka Navarre The Heist food carts Golden Triangle Bake on the Run Bark City BBQ Scotch Lodge Oma’s Hideaway Jeju Bellwether Bar Street Disco Dirty Pretty Xiao Ye Murata Han Oak Lardo Khao Moo Dang Nong’s Khao Man Gai Gado Gado Paper Bridge   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Kai, page 10   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Rombauer Jam Cake, page 732 Garlic-Braised Broccoli Rabe, page 221 Seafood Gumbo, page 101 Hasselback Potatoes, page 267 Cranberry Relish, page 180 Chocolate Chess Pie, page 678  Croquembouche, page 698   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Marisa McClellan of Food In Jars: A Casual Culinary Chat About Canning Safety.
2025/12/10
Episode 48, Marisa McClellan of Food In Jars. John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larsson, and their guest, Marisa McClellan of Food In Jars, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about canning Safety.   Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon   Guest Links: Food in Jars website Food in Jars Instagram Food in Jars: Preserving in Small Batches Year-Round, by Marisa McClellan Preserving by the Pint: Quick Seasonal Canning for Small Space, by Marisa McClellan The Food in Jars Kitchen: 140 Ways to Cook, Bake, Plate, and Share Your Homemade Pantry, by Marisa McClellan   Mentions on the Podcast: National Center for Home Food Preservation Steve1989MREInfo’s Youtube channel   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Rombauer Jam Cake, 732   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Sauerkraut, 940   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off)     Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Erin Jeanne McDowell: A Casual Culinary Chat About Pie
2025/12/03
Episode 47, Erin Jeanne McDowell. John and Megan set the table with their producer, Sarah Marshall, and their guest, Erin Jeanne McDowell, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about pie.   Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon   Links: Erin McDowell’s Instagram Erin McDowell’s YouTube Erin McDowell’s website The Fearless Baker, by Erin McDowell The Book on Pie, by Erin McDowell Savory Baking, by Erin McDowell USA Pan metal pie pan Wayne Jacobs Smokehouse andouille Delectable, by Claudia Fleming   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Black-Eyed Peas and Greens, page 216   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Grapes and Sausages, page 512 Kimchi Jjigae, page 87 Sopa de Ajo, page 91 Chana Masala, page 217 Dal, page 218 Minestrone, page 85 Pasta e Fagioli, page 299 Haluski, page 300 Mujadara, page 330 Megan’s Vegan Chili, page 89 Caldo Verde, page 98 Asopao de Pollo, page 93   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Maggie Hoffman: A Casual Culinary Chat About Black Currant Vinegar
2025/11/26
Episode 46, Maggie Hoffman. John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larson and their guest, Maggie Hoffman, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about black currant vinegar.   Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon Links: Maggie Hoffman Maggie’s The Dinner Plan Podcast and Substack The One-Bottle Cocktail and Batch Cocktails, by Maggie Hoffman “How to Battle Kitchen Burnout (And Still Get Dinner on the Table)” by Maggie Hoffman (Epicurious) The King Cookbook, by Clare de Boer, Jess Shadbolt, and Annie Shi Feast on Your Life: Kitchen Meditations for Every Day, by Tamar Adler Dinner: 120 Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes for the Most Important Meal of the Day, by Meera Sodha Hetty McKinnon's Dumpling Tomato Salad with Chili Crisp Vinaigrette (NYT) Chicken Scarpariello from What Goes With What, by Julia Turshen Chicken with Vinegar from Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat, by Samin Nosrat The Silver Palate's Chicken Marbella and Rick Martinez’s “weeknight” version (NYT) Marco Pierre White’s perfectly boiled potatoes, cooked in a pensive fashion (video) Tamar Adler's Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Yogurt and Sesame Seeds (NYT) Chili Nut Crunch   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Grapes and Sausages, 512   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Cabbage Gratin, 225 Pla Raad Prik (Thai Fried Fish with Tamarind-Garlic Sauce), 391 Fruit Shrub, 16 Wild Rice Salad with Sausage, 130 Whole Berry Cranberry Sauce, 179 Gastrique (Sweet-Sour Vinegar Sauce), 565 Cranberry Glaze, 578   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Gillian Beck: A Casual Culinary Chat About The Recipe Index
2025/11/19
Episode 45, Gillian Beck. John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larson and their guest, Gillian Beck, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about the recipe index.   Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon   Links: Umma cookbook by Sarah Ahn and Nam Soon Ahn Le Bistro Montage food cart Creamy Butternut Squash and Coconut Noodle Soup (NYT Cooking) The Whole Bowl The Snowy Cabin Cookbook by Marnie Hanel and Jen Stevenson What Goes With What cookbook by Julia Turshen Espagueti Verde (Food & Wine) Extra-Crispy Bar-Style Tortilla Pizza (Serious Eats) Crispy Cheesy Pan Pizza (King Arthur Baking) Eat Your Books (cookbook indexing site) Pulliam’s Hot Dogs   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Cabbage Gratin, page 225   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Lemon Meringue Pie, page 681 Jalapeños en Escabeche (Taqueria Pickles), page 930 Becker House Salad, page 116 Cassoulet, page 216   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Kate McDermott: A Casual Culinary Chat About Meringue.
2025/11/12
Episode 44, Kate McDermott. John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larson and their guest, Kate McDermott, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about meringue. Thank You To Our Sponsor: Rombauer Vineyards Use Code JOYPOD for 15% off your first order Must be 21 or older to enjoy   Support the Pod: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop.org Affiliate Shop Patreon   Links: Kate McDermott’s Substack newsletter Kate McDermott on Bluesky Art of the Pie cookbook Pie Camp cookbook Haiga rice Bogs footwear Ali Slagle’s lemon ricotta pasta Vashon Island Feeding America (find your closest food bank) Free fridges   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Lemon Meringue Pie, page 681 2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Khao Soi Gai, page 303 Roast Chicken, 407-408 Chicken Potpie, 704 French Meringue, page 794 Swiss Meringue, page 794 Italian Meringue, page 794 Soft Meringue Topping, page 795 Megan’s Frangipane Fruit Tarts, page 677 Chocolate Fudge, page 863 Apple Pie, page 670 Pizza Dough, page 614 Borscht With Meat, page 98 Fresh Berry Pie, page 668   Thank you to our sponsor: Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Jyoti Mukharji & Auyon Mukharji: A Casual Culinary Chat About Meal Planning.
2025/11/05
Episode 43, Jyoti Mukharji & Auyon Mukharji: John and Megan set the table with their friend Shannon Larson, and their guests, Jyoti Mukharji & Auyon Mukharji, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about meal planning.   Links: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop Affiliate Shop Heartland Masala: An Indian Cookbook from an American Kitchen Heartland Masala HQ (Substack) Vivienne Culinary Books (Portland) Sunday Sunday (Savannah) Strange Bird (Indianapolis) Bodhi (Indianapolis) Cooks of Crocus Hill (Minneapolis) Zingerman’s Delicatessen (Ann Arbor) Samin Nosrat, Good Things: Recipes and Rituals to Share with People You Love: A Cookbook Helen Rosner, “The Many Lives of Roberto, a Soup” (New Yorker) Burlap & Barrel (for good whole spices) Diaspora Co. (more excellent whole spices) Cuisinart Spice and Nut Grinder (the one John mentions that has a dishwasher-safe removable cup) Eat Your Books   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Roast Chicken, 407, plus suggestions for repurposing leftover chicken throughout the week on page xli   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Southern-Style Greens, 243 Sautéed Shredded Collard Greens, 245 New Orleans-Style Pecan Pralines, 873 Indian Lemon Rice, 333   Thank you to our sponsor:  Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Rosie Grant: A Casual Culinary Chat About Our Cookbooks That Have Given Up The Ghost
2025/10/29
Episode 42, Rosie Grant: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and producer, Sarah Marshall, and their guest, Rosie Grant, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. It is our Halloween episode, wander the graveyard with us, and then join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about our cookbooks that have given up the ghost.   Links: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop Affiliate Shop Rosie Grant’s Instagram Rosie Grant’s TikTok To Die For: A Cookbook of Gravestone Recipes Naz Deravian’s One-Pot Whole Roasted Chicken and Rice (NYT Cooking) Recipes from the Grave Subreddit Portland Fermentation Festival   Favorite cookbooks mentioned: Roberto Santibañez with J.J. Goode, Truly Mexican David Tanis, A Platter of Figs and Other Recipes Rhagavan Iyer, 660 Curries Amy Bruni, Food to Die For Ella Risbridger, Midnight Chicken & Other Recipes Worth Living For Sandor Katz, Wild Fermentation Kevin West, Saving the Season Ivy Manning, Easy Soups From Scratch with Quick Breads to Match Padma Lakshmi, Tangy Tart Hot & Sweet   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Mushroom Confit, 252 (inspired by mushroom conserva from Thomas Keller’s Ad Hoc at Home) 2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Arroz con Pollo, 424 Jojos (Fried Potato Wedges), 271 Snickerdoodles, 769   Thank you to our sponsor:  Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Jim Meehan: A Casual Culinary Chat About Batch Cocktails
2025/10/22
Episode 41, Jim Meehan: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Jim Meehan, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about batch cocktails. Links: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop Affiliate Shop Jim Meehan Instagram Jim Meehan website Bartender’s Pantry book Meehan Bartender Manual book PDT book Gramercy Tavern PDT Judiaann Woo Joshua McFadden Pal’s restaurant T'MARO Date Amaro Jacobsen salty black licorice Suttle Lodge Kate Krader Imbibe! by David Wondrich Camper English   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Penicillin, page 24   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Boulevardier, page 24 Joy Tea, page 22 Punch recipes, pages 29-32 Gimlet, page 20 Eggnog, page 30 Old Fashioned, page 23   Thank you to our sponsor:  Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Peter Kim: A Casual Culinary Chat About Ramen
2025/10/15
Episode 40, Peter Kim: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Peter Kim, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about ramen. Links: Peter Kim Instant Ramen Kitchen Book Peter Kim Instagram Infinite Table Counterjam Podcast Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop Affiliate Shop   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Cincinnati chili Cockaigne, pages 502-503     2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Fudgy Brownies, page 765 Cucumber Salad, page 126 Spätzle, page 308 Ramen Miso, page 304 Mimosa Pound Cake, page 727   Thank you to our sponsor:  Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Sarah Marshall: A Casual Culinary Chat About Frozen Treats
2025/10/08
Episode 39, Sarah Marshall: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Sarah Marshall, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about frozen treats. Links: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Joy of Cooking Bookshop Affiliate Shop Mama Lil’s Peppers Twist shop Tomato Fest Lane Selman Food In Jars Saving the Season, by Kevin West (affiliate link) Tomato-Egg Stir Fry Foglight Farms Fish Fragrant Eggplant Lovely’s Fifty Fifty Sarah Minnick Instagram Vivienne Culinary Books Heartland Masala (affiliate link) Fruit Riot Thermopolis, Wyoming Dairyland and Hot City Coffee Viral tomato martini Ritz Cracker Ice Cream Sandwiches   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Fudgy Brownies, page 765   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Canning Tomatoes, pages 900-901   Thank you to our sponsors:  Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky
Shane Mitchell: A Casual Culinary Chat About Ride-Or-Die Joy Recipes
2025/10/01
Episode 38, Shane Mitchell: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Shane Mitchell, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about ride-or-die Joy recipes.   Links: Buy the 2019 edition of the Joy of Cooking Joy of Cooking Instagram Joy of Cooking Substack newsletter Shane Mitchell Instagram The Crop Cycle, by Shane Mitchell Hetty McKinnon Flying Coyote Farm The Bitter Southerner Saveur Magazine Cheerwine “Hot Wet Goobers,” by Shane Mitchell Marsh Hen Mill Farm and Sparrow Mill Amethyst Ganaway Instagram Eric Kim Instagram All Consuming, by Ruby Tandoh Kat Craddock Instagram   Joy Scouts Cooking Club: Apple Dumplings, page 688   2019 Joy of Cooking Recipes: Chicken or Turkey Potpie, page 704 Quince Preserves, page 918 Boiled Peanuts, page 47 Banana Bread Cockaigne, page 626 Muffins, page 632 Mimosa Pound Cake, page 727 Asopao de Pollo, page 93 Dutch Baby, page 649 Country Captain, page 423 Becker Burgers, page 505 Matzo Ball Soup, page 84 Pizza Dough, page 614 Pancakes, page 640 Olive Oil Cake, page 735 Borscht With Meat, page 98 Cincinnati Chili Cockaigne, page 502 Megan’s Southern Cornbread, page 631 New Mexico-Style Enchilada Stacks, page 540   Thank you to our sponsors:  Marshall's Haute Sauce (Use Code: hautejoy for 20% off) Thank you for listening to The Joy of Cooking Podcast with your hosts, John Becker, Megan Scott, and Shannon Larson. Call or text our hotline with questions, hopes, history, or where you find joy at 503-395-8858. Connect with us on Instagram @thejoyofcooking Want to support our podcast? Please write us a review, spread the word on social media, or give to our Patreon Producer: Sarah Marshall of The Joy of Creation Production HouseAudio Engineer: Haley BowersProduction Coordinator: Dave Drusky

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Up with the larks 2026/01/15
A true joy
Quite simply, this podcast is balm to my soul. It’s such a pleasure to gather around the table with Megan, John, Shannon and their guests.
★★★★★
Fat Rando 2025/12/25
Santa gave me my Joy of Cooking 2019!
I got my Christmas gift! My 2019 Joy of Cooking! It was my first ask from Santa!
★★★★★
Jp swimmer 2025/10/02
I Love It!
I listen to a lot (a LOT) of cooking and food podcasts. I didn’t expect to like this podcast all that much-what a sleeper it turned out to be! I lov...
★★★★★
MAMA PHATIMAAT 2025/05/31
YOU ARE MY NEW INSOMNIAC MMMGOOD OBSESSION!!!❤️‍🩹🙏🏿
I AM A WOMEN OF A CERTAIN SAGE AND I HAVE MENTAL-PAUSE INSOMNIA!!!🤣 LOVE GETTING UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT OR EARLY IN THE MORNING TO COOK😂 THX...
★★★☆☆
Disappointed Sagittarius 2025/06/06
Great to sleep to
This is one of the most boring podcasts hosted by the most boring people imaginable. I save up the episodes to lull myself to sleep. No one cares abou...
★★★★★
quiksilverld 2025/05/27
Fantastic!
Feels like catching up with old friends and somehow becoming a more thoughtful cook through conversation. Hope they keep doing these!
★★★★★
Turtle girl 71 2025/05/18
I love this podcast
This podcast makes me feel so at home when I listen. My mom had the two toned blue version of Joy and it was stuffed with recipe clippings and all kin...
★★★★★
Chessakat 2025/03/28
Fantastic!
I love The Joy of Cooking podcast! I didn’t know what to expect at first - I was a little nervous it was going to be very Staid and Proper (think Deli...
★★★★★
Blather Bosh 2025/03/14
Delightful Podcast
I love Joy, I’m hooked on podcasts, and I cook for my family every day so I’m loving this show. It’s very entertaining and relaxing. Thank you!
★★★★★
Design Existentialist 2025/02/22
A weekly hug
I started listening to this podcast in the first few weeks and have loved listening to its beautiful and rapid evolution. Making the leap from 1000s o...
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