The Simply Happy Cookbook: 100-Plus Recipes to Take the Stress Out of Cooking

by Steve Doocy, Kathy Doocy

#1 New York Times bestselling authors Fox & Friends cohost Steve Doocy and his wife, Kathy, share more delightful stories and delicious recipes that are simple and stress-free.

What’s better than serving your family food they rave about? Keeping it simple, of course! Sure, there are times when you want to spend all day noodling around in the kitchen, but most days we want more oomph with less effort. In The Simply Happy Cookbook, Steve Doocy and his wife, Kathy, provide more than a hundred recipes for their favorite dishes that are just as comforting to make as they are to eat—using fewer ingredients, simpler preparations, and less time in the kitchen.

Just as in their previous two cookbooks, they share family photos and stories along with their recipes, so the time and energy saved in the kitchen can be put toward what’s important—reading charming and funny stories about their family and (sometimes famous) friends.

The Doocys offer recipes for every occasion, including appetizers, breakfast, sandwiches, sides, casseroles, slow cooker meals, pasta, pizza, and desserts, so you’re covered no matter what you’re looking to make. Some of their low-effort, all-American comfort dishes include:

Maple Bacon Cinnamon Rolls
Lasagna Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Pot Pie
Single Skilled Shrimp and Cheesy Grits
Bacon and Burst Tomato Tortellini
Pretzel Crust Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
Perfect for low-stress solo dinner prep, or for luring the cooking-averse into the kitchen to create happy memories around more than just the dinner table, The Simply Happy Cookbook is sure to please.

Genres: Cookbooks, Nonfiction, Cooking, Food

336 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 13, 2022

About the author

Steve Doocy is the Co-host of Fox & Friends on Fox News and a best selling author.

Reviews

[Stephanie · Rating 1 out of 5]

This is a terrible cookbook. It’s over 300 pages long and more of it is about the authors than about recipes. None of the recipes are original and many read like a back of the box or can recipe. Most of the recipes are full of convenience food (frozen waffles, frozen chicken patties, canned soup, jarred sauces) Many recipes are not accompanied by photos. Dare I say there are more photos of the family? It’s also filled with right leaning politics and the cookbook was published by Steve’s boss. This is a vanity project. Don’t waste your good money or your valuable time on this “cookbook”.

[Kathy · Rating 1 out of 5]

Flipped through this one before putting it on the shelf while working at the library. I didn’t make the connections of the authors until after I flipped through and had to ask, who tf are these people? Then it all made sense. The Cuban rice and beans story is offensive-and I rarely get offended.

[Tricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Funny and interesting stories, amazing sounding recipes. Already tried the jolt in a jar, yum!
Thanks Doocy’s!

[Cat Leonard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Much more than a cookbook. Doocy’s engaging style engages the reader woth amusing stpries anout each recipe, drawing his audience into the family with a hearty welcome. The recipes all sound tempting too.
This book would be a great gift for a new bride or a kid who wants to learn how to cook or anyone who appreciates good food with minimum fuss.

[Brianna Sowinski · Rating 1 out of 5]

Gross. I know my cookbook addiction is out of control but this one made me regret indiscriminately checking them out for once. I don’t know who these rich white people are but they include photos of themselves with and family members with each recipe, with some photos featuring such esteemed individuals as George W Bush. The self aggrandizing turned me off the recipes.

[Jen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Overly processed ingredients, YUCK! I have no desire to cook with ingredients like Velveeta. This one was not for me!

[Talea · Rating 5 out of 5]

There was too much politics. With who they are, I get it, the family stories are cute. I just hate politics. The recipes, they are amazing. I can’t wait to try them. The ingredient lists aren’t long or pretentious, the instructions are easy to follow too. As a single mom, the use of prepared anything is a life saver as well as a time saver. (There was a time, when I had the time, I would have balked at jarred sauces or sauce packets. These things pack flavor punches when used right.) They use these conveniences well. They are true to their word, ‘Nothing complicated- everything delicious!’……….even with the politics.

[Toni · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you like to READ cookbooks, this is the book for you! Lots of family history, where the recipes came from and life in the Doocy family - some interesting, some not. However, the book is filled with interesting, simple and what I think will be tasty recipes. I have marked the book on recipes to try first hand. There are a ton of recipes to choose from and I'm looking forward to using this cookbook a lot.

[Tanya · Rating 3 out of 5]

Although I’m a fan of Doccy. I’m not a fan of his parents cookbook. It’s an entertaining glimpse into their family life but my interest was what the recipes were not them. And unfortunately I couldn’t find anything I wanted to make. Most of these recipes can be found online in some form. If you’re curious about what’s inside just borrow it from the library.

[Rosie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed the stories in this cookbook as much as the simple recipes. They are written as if they are telling you in person how to make them. The brand of items are even suggested, which I liked that part, too.
If you like stories behind recipes, you will like this easy to follow cookbook.

[Jean Blankenship · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the stories about the recipes. Great sounding recipes!

[Terri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great stories and recipes!

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the stories that went along with the recipes.

[Kathy Dryden · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is entertaining as well as some very good recipes. There are a lot of stories to go with the yummy food, so sit back, relax and enjoy.

[Judi Urban · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed the stories in the book and now working on making the recipes. I like the Doocy family members as they seem to be a close knit family

[Marjorie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great stories!!!

[Dray · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book is not for vegetarians.

[Cindy Huskey · Rating 5 out of 5]

The personal stories behind each recipe are what really make this an enjoyable cookbook. The one about Steve Doocy's father had me in tears - such a heartwarming tribute.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the best cook. So easy with ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.