The Joy of Cooking Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Episode 1: Meet the Joy of Cooking Podcast hosts in our first episode. Self-published by Irma Rombauer in 1931, the Joy of Cooking is more than a cookbook; it's an American culinary institution. The Rombauer-Becker family’s reliable recipes have guided generations of home cooks for almost a century. Today, the book’s legacy lives on through Irma’s great-grandson, John Becker, and his wife, Megan Scott. Based in Portland, Oregon, they are the fourth-generation stewards of this beloved classic, having authored its latest edition. As they write the next chapter of the Joy of Cooking and launch The Joy of Cooking Podcast, John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson 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 eggplant.

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode 1:

La Bouffe International Gourmet Market

International Association of Culinary Professionals

Melissa Clark

Fuchsia Dunlop

Ottolenghi

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Miso-Glazed Eggplant, page 238

Baba Ghanoush (Roasted Eggplant Dip), page 53

Party Mix, page 48

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 2: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Heather Arndt-Anderson 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 pie.

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode 2:

Heather Arndt-Anderson

Superabundant

Gourmet Magazine

Peeler & Bean Slicer

Los Paniaguitas Produce

Moosewood Cookbook

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Lemon Chess Pie, page 678

Apple Dumplings, page 688

Smoked Apple Butter, page 915

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 3: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Tin To Table cookbook  author Anna Hezel 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 pie.

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode 3:

Anna Hezel

Tin To Table Book

50 Hertz Tingly Foods

Coupon Code TINGLYJOY20

Fish Fragrant Eggplant Recipe

Nuri Sardines

Angelo Perodi

Cole's Smoked Salmon

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Paella, page 334

Hot Fudge Sunday, page 851

Four-Egg Cake (1-2-3-4 Cake), page 725

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 4: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Ivy Manning 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 mushrooms.

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode :

Ivy Manning

Easy Bread from Scratch, with Soups to Match

Weeknight Vegetarian

Ok, But Actually

Love Japan: Recipies from Our Japanese American Kitchen

Moosewood Cookbook

Old Wives Tales Restaurant

The Mushroom At The End of The World

Allon Benton Ham

Flying Coyote Farms

50 Hertz Tingly Foods

Coupon Code TINGLYJOY20

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Mushroom Confit, page 252

Mushrooms Under Glass, page

Chow Chow, page 925

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 6: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Liz Crain 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 holiday recipes.

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode :

Liz Crain

Nong's Khao Mangai

Huber's Cafe

Martha Stewart Croissant Recipe

Waffle House

Stink Fest (Fermentation Festival)

Hartshorn

Matcha Black Sesame Cookie

Vij's Family Curry Chicken

Sandor Katz (Wild Fermentation)

Xiao Ya Restaurant

50 Hertz Tingly Foods

Coupon Code TINGLYJOY20

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Cranberry sauce, page 179

Icebox cookies, page 780

Green tomato chow chow, page 925

Buttermilk scallion biscuits, page 635

Pimento cheese, page 55

Tourtière (Canadian Meat Pie), page 705

Bean dip, page 53

Goose, page 430

Mashed potatoes, page 265

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 5: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Sarah Marshall (Marshall's Haute Sauce Owner, recipe writer, and producer of this podcast) 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 pickles.

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode :

Sarah Marshall

Joy of Creation Production House

Meaningful Marketplace Podcast

VH_US Podcast

King Arthur Yeasted Dinner Roll

50 Hertz Tingly Foods

Coupon Code TINGLYJOY20

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Pickled Horseradish, page 930

Chow Chow, page 925

Cornichons (gherkins), page 924

Half-Sour Pickles, page 941

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 7: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Carissa Mylin, designer, home cook, and friend, 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 salmon.

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode:

Carissa Mylin

Yun-Hai

White Sesame Oil

Dried Green Mango

Use Code JOYOFCOOKING for 10% off

Scratch Meats

Wayne Jacob's Smokehouse

Korean American Cookbook

Molly Baz

Coconut Miso Salmon Curry

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Golden Beets With Goat Cheese, page 219

Cheddar-Scallion Biscuits, page 636

Salmon Chowder, page 104

Chow Chow, page 925

Salmon Poke, page 377

Glazed Carrots, page 228

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 8: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson 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 Joy history and vegan kid-friendly recipes. 

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode 8:

Yun-Hai

Use Code JOYOFCOOKING for 10% off

Street Disco

Flying Coyote Farms

OSO Honey

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Rombauer special chocolate cake, page 728

White Russian, page 22

Salt cad croquettes, page 655

Megan's Vegan Chili, page 89

Becker brussels sprouts, page 222

Roasted mushroom burger, page 145

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 9: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Anna Brones 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 sauerkraut.

Links To Content Mentioned In Episode 8:

Anna Brones

Creative Fuel Newsletter

Barnicle Bills

Saffron Buns

Sandor Katz

National Center For Home Canning- Sauerkraut

Kristen Shockey

Frostbite Book

Dumpling Salad

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Minestrone, page 85

Caldo Verde (Portuguese greens soup), page 98

Rough Puff Pastry, page 292

Gingersnap, page 772

Mulled Wine, page 31

Sauerkraut Soup, page 86

Sauerkraut Fritters, page225

Southern Cornbread, page  630

Producers Note: 

My life is a whirlwind of activity, but connecting with these inspiring individuals brought a much-needed calm. They reminded me that everyday tasks, like preparing a meal, creating art, and writing, can be transformed into a meaningful experience when we approach them intentionally. This experience was a valuable reminder to slow down, savor the moment, and appreciate the simple joys in life.

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky

Episode 10: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend Shannon Larson and their guest Laurel Randolph 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 celery root.

Links To Content Mentioned In The Episode:

Laurel Randolf

Joy of Cooking Milhouse

Simply Recipes

Proof Bakery

Joy of Cooking 2019 Edition Recipe Mentions:

Pho bo, page 96

Cincinnati Chili, page 502

Mirepoix, page 1002

Braising, page 1057

Roasted Chicken, page 407

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 House
Audio Engineer: Haley Bowers
Production Coordinator: Dave Drusky