Food folks and fun

A up close view of the Pulled Pork on a roll with coleslaw on top.

Main Dish

a platter of waffle fries and chicken fingers with Chick Fil A Sauce.

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The finished pulled pork being picked up with serving utensils.

Slow Cooker

An overhead picture of the finished Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies on a countertop with a glass of milk.

Desserts

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Summer Orzo Salad – Trader Joe’s Green Goddess Caprese Hack

Easy No-Bake Funfetti Cheesecake

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta

Key Lime Tiramisu For A Crowd

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I’m Jillian, the owner of Food Folks and Fun. I have over 30 years of experience cooking for others. There’s nothing I love more than cooking for my family. Food is love and cooking isn’t just putting a meal on a plate: It’s putting a little part of myself into that meal.

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A close up of Strawberry Croissant on a platter.

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A close up picture of the finished steak tips on a plate with some mashed potatoes.

Air Fryer

The finished Instant Pot Velveeta Mac and Cheese in a white serving bowl.

Instant Pot

A close up picture of the finished chicken teriyaki.

Grilling

The finished sausage and peppers in a crockpot.

Slow Cooker

An overhead picture of the finished Jalapeno Popper Soup on a white bowl. The soup is garnished with sliced jalapeños, bacon, and cheese.

Soups

A close up picture of the Swedish Meatball Appetizer on a serving plate with toothpicks in the meatballs.

Appetizers

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comfort food

From cheesy classics to cozy carbs, this collection has something to satisfy every comfort food craving.

Best Homemade Pizza Recipe

Food Truck Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Baked Stuffed Shrimp Recipe

Jalapeno Poppers Recipe

Closeup of avalanche cookies with mini chocolate chips stacked inside a copper bucket with a striped ribbon tied to the handle.

A turquoise cake stand holding no bake avalanche cookies with mini chocolate chips, surrounded by additional cookies and a small bowl of chocolate chips.

Dessert

No-Bake Avalanche Cookies

Rich, crunchy, and gooey No-Bake Avalanche Cookies loaded with creamy peanut butter, crispy rice cereal, marshmallows, and melty white candy coating.

A close up picture of the finished cake with glistening chocolate ganache on top.

Cakes

Warm Biscoff spread being poured over the finished Biscoff Blondies.

Cookies & Bars

Buckeye candies stacked on top of each other.

Candy

Bet red velvet cupcakes recipe ready to be served.

Cupcakes

The finished Reese's Ice Cream recipe made into a sundae.

Frozen Treats

The finished Mulled Apple Cider recipe in a mug garnished with a cinnamon stick.

Drinks

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global recipes

No passport needed! Dive into a world of flavor with these easy-to-follow international recipes.

Beef Negimaki – Japanese Rolled Steak and Scallions

Wet Burritos

Spinach Artichoke Fondue

Spicy Noodles

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freezer-friendly recipes

Freezer-friendly meals are your secret weapon for effortless dinners!

Easy No-Bake Funfetti Cheesecake

Key Lime Tiramisu For A Crowd

Bakery-Style Chocolate Chunk Banana Muffins with Tall Golden Tops

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