Cooking from scratch doesn't have to be complicated

Here at Joyfully Mad, I'll teach you how to make simple from-scratch recipes, like seasonings, sauces, dinners and even desserts, that make cooking from home less overwhelming and more enjoyable.

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Hey, I'm Madison!

My friends call me Mad and you can too. Here you'll find easy, wholesome recipes, and designed to share with those you love.

Stick around and you'll have my tried and true recipes in your back pocket when you need them.

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Fave Family dinner

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

It's back to real life as the new year sets in. This recipe has fresh flavors and is way better than take out! Your whole family will love it.

Dinners

Bring the whole family together with these dinner recipes. Filled with easy recipes your whole family with love that rely on simple cooking skills that don't sacrifice on flavor!

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Make your own spice blends!

All Purpose Spice Blend

This spice blend is so versatile! We love it on chicken, pork or beef. We highly recommend making a batch to keep on hand. Homemade spices is one of the easiest ways to take your cooking skills to the next level!

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Desserts

Everyone's favorite part of the meal! Whether you're hosting friends or just want a special mid-day treat, we have all kinds of desserts to choose from. You'll find cookies, cupcakes, cobblers, crisps, pies and frozen treats!

Cooking Tips

One of the best ways to enjoy cooking is by learning tips and tricks to make cooking easier on you! These cooking tips will help you learn the ins and outs of your kitchen and hopefully find a little joy along the way!