About Laura

Hi I’m Laura – the recipe creator here at JoyFoodSunshine and mom to 6 kids!

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Hello! I’m Laura! I have a degree in chemistry and passion for delicious food. I use my knowledge of and love for science to create recipes you can count on.

I believe delicious food doesn’t have to be complicated – and have a passion for sharing easy recipes that taste gourmet – from breakfast to dinner to desserts!

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Expertly Crafted Recipes

I personally create and test every recipe here on JoyFoodSunshine. No outsourcing, no AI – just me (and my kids) in my kitchen creating dependable recipes that turn out perfectly every time! It’s important to me that JFS is a trusted source for all of your cooking and baking needs.

I write down helpful tips and troubleshooting strategies as I create – so I can share them with you and you can feel confident that you’re on track as you make my recipes in your home.

As a former chemistry teacher I have a passion for teaching others – which is why you will find photo and video tutorials for every recipe here on JFS. I put great care and thought into writing all my recipes.

“I have cooked and baked for many years. I have been pretty casual about following recipes and free about using substitutions. Not surprisingly I never really could replicate anything I have made. ย Coming across your recipes, everything clicked. Cooking is science and measurements and procedures matter!ย “

-Judy

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Laura’s Culinary History

I started my journey in the kitchen in junior high when I taught myself how to bake from any cookbook I could get my hands on. I was hooked.

Then, as I was pursuing a degree in chemistry I moved out, got married and started using my love for science to create delicious dishes for my husband and I. I loved challenging recipes and took great pride in making everything from scratch.

Well, as our family grew I no longer had time to spend hours in the kitchen making involved dishes. So, I started creating easy recipes that taste gourmet – delicious meals and treats that are simple but impressive. And that’s what you’ll find here at JoyFoodSunshine!

For nearly 20 years I’ve cooked 3 meals a day for our family – 6 sweet kids who I love with all my heart.

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My Mission

I hope to help and serve you by creating delicious, tried and tested recipes that take minimal effort and turn out perfectly every time! I want to take the guesswork out of cooking so you can focus on the things that truly matter!

I started JoyFoodSunshine because sometimes we lose ourselves. Sometimes every day becomes the same as the one before. Sometimes in the midst of it all we lose our Joy. We donโ€™t care about Food. And we are desperate for a little Sunshine. 

I hope you find all of your new favorite recipes here and makes lots of memories in the kitchen with family and friends.

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Laura’s Favorite Recipes

Favorite Dinner Recipes

Favorite Dessert REcipes


All-Time Favorite Recipes

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