Real food, real life, real simple.
I’m not a trained chef. I grew up on a farm in Vermont and figured it out as I went — just like you. For 30 years I’ve been showing people that cooking healthy meals at home doesn’t have to be complicated. Pull up a chair.
- 30 years with Pampered Chef
- 39k+ people cooking along on Facebook
- A new demo every single day
- No processed stuff — just real ingredients
▶ Watch me make it: Asian Crunch Salad — make a batch on Sunday, grab one from the fridge all week. Stays fresh in a mason jar for 3 days!
What can I do for you?
Shop What I Use
These aren’t just products I sell — they’re the tools I cook with for my own family every day. Thirty years of use means I know what’s worth it and what isn’t.
Host a Virtual Event
Let’s have a Pop Up Shop/Party for you and your friends online – you just invite the people! We pick a theme (like Mexican Fiesta or Pizza Night) and we have a blast!
Join My Team
I started with Pampered Chef to buy two plane tickets. I stayed for 30 years. If you’re motivated, creative, and looking for something that’s actually yours — let’s talk.
New in My Kitchen
Meet Gertie McSprouts, My Indoor Garden
If you know me, you know fresh ingredients are at the heart of everything I cook. My Midwest garden only gives me a few months of homegrown tomatoes and herbs, so I’m trying something new: growing fresh food inside my house, all year long, with Gardyn.
Come along for the ride, from the first sprout to the dinner plate!
Let me take “what’s for dinner?” off your plate!
I’ve been meal planning for my family for decades. It doesn’t have to be elaborate — it just has to be doable. This free 5-day plan is what I actually cook: whole ingredients, simple steps, nothing that requires a culinary degree. I’ll text it right to you.
Drop your info below and I’ll send your free 5-day plan straight to your phone.
My Most-Reached-For Tools
These are three of my favorite Pampered Chef products I reach for again and again. I love cooking “clean,” with high-quality tools, and these make it easy to keep things simple, safe, and effective in the kitchen.
Pizza Stone
I’ve had mine for years and it still makes the best pizza crust you can get outside a wood-fired oven. I use it for veggies & cookies, too!
Stainless Steel Cookware Set
No PFAS, works on any stovetop, and honestly just makes the food taste better. When I’m cooking clean I want my cookware to be clean too.
Deluxe Multi-Cooker
This Small Appliance gets used almost every day! Pressure Cooker, Rice Cooker, Yogurt Maker plus 13 other settings! Dry Beans are done in less than an hour without soaking!
I’m Not Who You’d Expect
I signed up in my mid twenties!
I post a demo every day usually in the late afternoon.
My background is in theology, not cooking. I grew up on a dairy and maple farm in Vermont. I signed up with Pampered Chef to earn a little extra money — and 30 years later, here we are.
I cook for my family every single day, I post a demo every afternoon, and my therapy dog Teddy and I volunteer in our community when I’m not in the kitchen. My granddaughter Violet has already watched me cook more times than I can count.
This is just my life — and I’m glad you’re part of it.
From My Kitchen This Week
Take a peek at what I’ve been cooking up recently:
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Why the Pampered Chef Deluxe Multi-Cooker (Pressure Cooker) Is One of My Favorite Kitchen Tools
If you’ve followed me for any length of time, you’ve probably noticed that I use my Deluxe Multi-Cooker a lot. That’s the Pampered Chef version of the popular electric Pressure Cooker. And there’s a good reason for that. As much as I enjoy cooking, I don’t want to spend all day standing in the kitchen.…
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Why I Love Cooking with Stainless Steel Cookware (and How to Get Great Results)
If you’ve ever tried cooking with stainless steel cookware and ended up with food stuck to the pan, you’re not alone. I hear it all the time: “Julie, I love the idea of stainless steel, but I’m afraid everything will stick!” The truth is, stainless steel cooks a little differently than nonstick cookware. Once you…
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Thinking About Pampered Chef Stoneware? Here’s What You Should Know
If you’ve spent any time around Pampered Chef, you’ve probably heard people rave about Stoneware. In fact, some of my customers are still using the same Stoneware they purchased decades ago! I remember when I first started with Pampered Chef nearly 30 years ago. Stoneware was one of the products that caught my attention because…
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Easy Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts
These balsamic glazed Brussels sprouts are an easy side dish that’s perfect any time of year. Roasting brings out their sweetness and gives them those delicious caramelized edges. Add a little balsamic vinegar and maple syrup or honey, and you’ve got a simple way to make this little vegetable shine. Whether you already love Brussels…
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Easy Teriyaki Chicken Thighs in the Air Fryer with Homemade Vegetable Fried Rice
Looking for an easy weeknight dinner that’s full of flavor, packed with vegetables, and helps you use up what’s already in your refrigerator? This teriyaki chicken and homemade fried rice dinner checks all the boxes! I’m making boneless teriyaki chicken thighs in my Pampered Chef Deluxe Air Fryer & Oven and serving them with a…
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Homemade Almond Toffee Recipe – A Favorite Holiday Candy for Gifting
There’s something special about making homemade candy during the holidays, and almond toffee is one of my favorites! It’s buttery, crunchy, covered with rich chocolate, and finished with a sprinkling of toasted almonds. If you’ve never made toffee before, you might be surprised at how simple the ingredients are. All you need is sugar, butter,…
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Easy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe | Make-Ahead & Freezer-Friendly Dinner
If you’ve ever tasted something at a family gathering and wished you had the recipe, these chicken enchiladas are going to be one of those recipes! They’re creamy, cheesy, full of flavor, and surprisingly easy to make. Even better, most of the ingredients are things you can keep in your pantry, refrigerator, or freezer. One…
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Sweet Potato Pecan Crumble: An Easy Holiday Side Dish
If you’re looking for a delicious sweet potato side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any family gathering, this Sweet Potato Pecan Crumble is a wonderful choice! I’ll admit, I’ve never been a big fan of sweet potatoes topped with marshmallows. But give me a buttery pecan crumble with brown sugar and cinnamon, and I’m all…
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Slow Cooking with Julie Gizzi – 31 Cozy Slow Cooker Dinners
1-Creamy Chicken Stuffing Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts, 1 box stuffing mix, 1 can cream of chicken soup, ½ cup sour cream, ½ cup chicken broth, 1 bag frozen green beans. Directions: Put chicken in crockpot. Mix soup, sour cream, and broth; pour over chicken. Add green beans, then stuffing on top. Cook LOW 6–7 hours…