For Everyone, at Every Table
What is JoyFULL?
JoyFULL is a new and developing space where good food meets good vibes. It’s here to inspire, empower, and make everyday cooking feel a little more joyful for anyone. Whether you’re trying to maximize food assistance, stretching a tight budget, or just hunting for fun, affordable ways to shop, cook, and share meals, this is a place created for you. Here, you’ll find video recipes your kids can watch with you to learn and cook together, practical tips, feed-good wisdom and even some celebrity guests.
Let’s Talk Produce
Learn from the community how to select, store, and stretch your fruits and veggies.
No stress, no waste.
Avocados
Creamy, dreamy, and always a good idea—avocados are a kitchen MVP. Select ones that give just a little when you press, store them in the fridge once ripe, and stretch every last scoop by blending them into a versatile avocado crema you can drizzle, dip, and spread on just about everything.
Featured Recipe:
This smooth, tangy avocado crema is endlessly versatile—dip it with chips like a salsa, drizzle it over tacos, toss it with greens, or use it as a quick marinade. Bright lime, garlic, and herbs keep it fresh and flexible, while a splash of liquid lets you adjust the texture for any use.
Creamy Avocado Crema
Apples
Crisp, sweet, or tart—apples are an everyday win. Select firm apples with smooth skin, store them in the fridge to keep them crunchy longer, and stretch them into easy dishes that are also kid tested and approved – a cozy applesauce or simple roasted apples as a perfect side to any meal.
This easy homemade applesauce is the perfect way to use up a bunch of apples—even bruised or past their prime. A quick simmer turns them into a cozy, naturally sweet sauce you can customize with whatever you have on hand. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, so you can stash it away and enjoy it for up to three months.
Featured Recipe:
Homemade Apple Sauce
Chef Joel Gamoran teams up with celebrity guest and Seahawks player, Julian Love for a fun, budget-friendly cooking session. Joel shows Julian how to recreate a classic takeout favorite—Beef and Broccoli—using simple ingredients and smart techniques to make a delicious, affordable meal at home.
Special Celebrity Guest:
Julian Love
Potatoes
Reliable, comforting, and endlessly versatile—potatoes are here for you and adaptable to your family’s preferences. Select firm spuds with no sprouts, store them in a cool, dark place, and stretch them all week by roasting a big batch to freeze or turning one of them into the base of a comforting, flavorful soup.
Featured Recipe:
This simple curry potato soup turns humble potatoes into something deeply comforting. Potatoes simmer until tender with warm curry spices, then are blended into a smooth, creamy soup. It’s a super easy, flexible way to use up extra potatoes or stretch a small amount into a satisfying meal, and it freezes beautifully for quick lunches or make-ahead dinners.
Curry Potato Soup
Hard Winter Squash
Cozy, hearty, and built to last—hard winter squash is a cold-weather hero. Select squash that feels heavy with tough skin, make cutting easier by microwaving it for a minute or two, and stretch it into comforting meals like a butternut squash and black bean taco that hits all the feel-good notes. Store in a cool dry place.
Featured Recipe:
These tacos spotlight one of fall’s most versatile vegetables in an unexpected way — tucked inside warm tortillas. Roasted until caramelized and sweet, the squash brings a hearty richness that pairs beautifully with smoky spices, creamy black beans, and bright, fresh toppings. It’s a fresh twist on taco night that proves squash isn’t just for soups and sides — it can be the star of your favorite handheld comfort food.
Black Bean and Butternut Squash Tacos
Food Resources & Support in Washington State
Everyone in Washington deserves access to good food. These local tools and programs can help.
With support from the Washington State Department of Health”
Complete guide to enroll in food assistance and resources to get you and your family the food they need.
If you are enrolled in SNAP, over 100 farmers markets offer significant matches of what you spend on fruits and vegetables. Find out more here
If you are enrolled in SNAP, several grocery stores help stretch your food budget to buy more fruits and vegetables. Find out more here.