
The Joy of Cooking Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Apr 9, 2025 • 45min
Jordan Mishra Johnson: A Casual Culinary Chat About Preserved Lemons
Episode 22: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Jordan Mishra Johnson, 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 preserved lemons. Links:Drawn HungryDrawn Hungry YouTubeTortuga Gordo Hot SauceMizuba Matcha Tea Co.Use Code joyofmatcha for 15% off Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Charmoula (Moroccan Herb Paste), page 586 Recipes From 2019 Edition:Chashu pork, page 496Paella, page 334Rhubarb conserve, page 919Roasted chicken, page 407Roasted carrots, page 228Banana bread, page 627Shakshuka, page 154Rice salad with chicken and olives, page 130
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 4min
Kristin Donnelly: A Casual Culinary Chat About Vegetarian Noodles
Episode 21: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Sarah Marshall, and their guest, Kristin Donnelly, 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 vegetarian noodles.Links:Kristin DonnellyModern Potluck Cookbook Spring Cooking- All About Raab, Rapini, and BroccoliniEverything CookbooksMizuba Matcha Tea Co.Use code joyofmatcha for 15% off Tortuga Gordo Hot SauceMatcha & Tahini Carrots w/Garlicky BreadcrumbsMatcha GyozaPlant Outloud PodcastSnacking Cakes Cookbook100 Cookies CookbookSalad RollsVegetable Tempura Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Miso Ramen, page 304 Recipes From 2019 Edition:Puttanesca Sauce, page 557Broccoli Rabe, page 114Matcha, page 7Matcha Ice Cream, page 840Pork Chop, page 493Chinese Chicken Salad, page 122Honey Glazed Carrots, page 228Sesame Noodles, page 302
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Mar 26, 2025 • 46min
Cathy Barrow: A Casual Culinary Chat About Preserving
Episode 20: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Cathy Barrow, 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 sourdough bread baking.Links:Cathy BarrowBagels, Schmears, and a Nice Piece of FishWhen Pies FlyPie SquaredMrs. Wheelbarrow's Practical PantryPommes de Terre FondantesOkonomiyaki TotsAbsurdly Addictive AsparagusLiquid Gold Whipped Feta CanapéWashington Post Sourdough RecipeCathy's cast-off Sourdough Starter English Muffin RecipeJacobsen Salty Black LicoriceCathy Barrow YouTube ChannelTartine Sourdough Recipe Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Dill Batter Loaf, page 600 Recipes From 2019 Edition:Sourdough bread, page 608Lemon bars, page 767Ginger snaps, page 772Lemon meringue pie, page 681Cheese sauce, page 548Challah, page 602
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Mar 19, 2025 • 46min
Steve Sando: A Casual Culinary Chat About Dried Beans
Episode 19: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Steve Sando of Rancho Gordo Beans, 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 dried beans.Links:Rancho Gordo BeansRio Zape BeanOregano IndioClay Bean PotTortuga Gordo Hot SauceTartine Walnut BreadParm Crusted Salmon Ceasar Salad Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Frijoles de la olla, page 213 Recipes From 2019 Edition:Pear Tartlet, page 673Dried Beans, page 212
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Mar 12, 2025 • 44min
Meghan Splawn: A Casual Culinary Chat About Canned Pumpkin
Episode 18: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Meghan Splawn, 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 canned pumpkin.Links:Meghan SplawnStir & Scribble Meghan's SubstackPumpkin BiscuitsCandy SaladJeju RestaurantCoconut Pumpkin Chicken CurryBetter Than Starbucks Pumpkin BreadSouthern Style Buttermilk BiscuitsPanco Crusted SalmonParmesan Chicken Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Sweet Potato Biscuits, page 636 Recipes Mentioned From 2019 Edition:Chan Chan Cocktail, page 20Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs, page 1050Haluski, page 300Doughnut Muffin, page 633Biscuits, page 634Oysters, page 348Pumpkin Soup, page 105Pumpkin Bread, page 627Spiced Ice Cream, page 843
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Mar 5, 2025 • 56min
Hannah Chamberlain: A Casual Culinary Chat About Gin Cocktails
Episode 17: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Hannah Chamberlain, 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 gin cocktails. Hannah Chamberlain is the author of Be A Better Drinker and can be found online @spiritedla , offering cocktail recipes, boozy etiquette, and drinking wherever bartenders tell her to.Links:Hannah ChamberlainHow To Be A Better Drinker BookHannah Chamberlain InstagramHannah Chamberlain TikTokOregon Truffle FestivalCharred Chive Dulse Hot SaucePoached Halibut With Dulse GremolataGin Through The Sages- Agrodolce Distilling CoCan Bar- Serving Irma's Gin & Juice in MarchToo SoonHoly Ghost BarRum ClubStammtischThe Bitter HousewifeMushroom Barley Burger Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Chan Chan Cocktail, page 20 Recipes Mentioned From 2019 Edition:Irma's Gin And Juice, page 20Nikolashka, page 28
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Feb 26, 2025 • 1h 1min
Dr. Julia Skinner: A Casual Culinary Chat About Recipe Writing
Episode 16: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Dr. Julia Skinner, 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 recipe writing.Links:Dr. Julia SkinnerThe Culinary Curiosity SchoolShowstopper CookiesUse Code JOY for 15% OffAndrea Nguyen Soy Seared TofuMelissa Clark, Spicy Ginger Prok NoodlesDaniel Mason, North Woods BookSandor KatzKristen ShockeyLovely's 50/50 Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Fish Boulangèere (Baked fish with potatoes and pearl onions), page 380 Recipes Mentioned From 2019 Edition:Boiled peanuts, page 47Fermentation, page 938Crispy Fried Shallots, page 256Saurkraut, page 940Banana Bread, page 626
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Feb 19, 2025 • 51min
Dirk Marshall: A Casual Culinary Chat About Shallots
Episode 15: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Dirk 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 shallots.Links:Dirk Marshall- Marshall's Haute SauceVh-Us PodcastTito's TiquitosPeppered Earth FarmJoy of Cooking Substack NewsletterPizza KatFamily Recipes On GravestonesSt. Jack RestaurantScotch LodgeLittle Forest MovieVolcano SparkleJeju RestaurantJoy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Crispy Fried Shallots, page 256Recipes Mentioned From 2019 Edition:Minestrone Soup, page 85Classic Recipe Section, page 1099Roasted Shallots, page 257Crispy Fried Shallot, page 256Squirrel, page 524Creamed Pearl Onions, page 256Coq au vin, page 420Beef Bourguignon, page 465Gibson Cocktail, page 19
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Feb 12, 2025 • 1h 4min
Nicole Kondra: A Casual Culinary Chat About Casseroles
Episode 14: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Sarah Marshall, and their guest, home cook Nicole Kondra, 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 casseroles.Links:Roberto Santo, Truly MexicanCamilla Wynne, Natures CandyWell Spent MarketEat Your BooksRoberto, A SoupAward Winning Meatloaf Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Broccoli Cheese Casserole, Page 221 2019 Recipes In Episode:Casseroles, page 531Brisket, page 469Mushroom Ragu, page 251Lasagna, page 310Risotto, page 336Muffalatta, page 137Moussaka, page 239
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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

Feb 5, 2025 • 55min
Ana Johns: A Casual Culinary Chat About Olives
Episode 13: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Ana Johns to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they are all cooking and eating. Join us at the table for a casual culinary chat about olives. Links:Ana JohnsAli Slagle One-Pot Rice & BeansMarshall's Haute Sauce Radiattori PastaWhat Goes With What, Julia TurshenVietnamese Chicken & Cabbage SaladDirk MarshallDivina OlivesAyers Creek FarmSuperabundant, Yuzu Kosho Joy Scouts Cooking Club Recipe:Olive Salad, Page 137 Joy of Cooking 2019 Recipes:Chicken piccata, page 415Tamarind glazed tempe, page 288Caesar salad dressing, page 117Apricot preserves, page 917Olive salad, page 137Muffuletta, page 137Marinated Olives, page 48Meatball, page 507Asopao de Pollo, page 93Veracruz tomato sauce, page 556Puttanesca, page 557Niçoise salad, page 121Roasted cauliflower with green olives and lemon, page 229
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 @thejoyofcookingWant 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