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  • A hearty slice of Lemon Icebox Pie from Keep It Simple Y'all Every Day, a cookbook written by Matthew Bounds, sits on a plate next to the rest of the pie
    30 Min or Less | Desserts | From the Book

    Lemon Icebox Pie from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day

    Lemon Icebox Pie from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day If you’re looking for an easy, refreshing dessert that tastes like sunshine in every bite, this Lemon Icebox Pie is exactly what you need. With a creamy lemon filling, a buttery graham cracker crust, and just a handful of ingredients, this classic Southern dessert comes…

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  • Loaded Baked Potato Salad in a bowl on a counter next to a copy of Keep It Simple Y'all Every Day by Your Barefoot Neighbor Matthew Bounds
    Comfort food | From the Book

    Loaded Baked Potato Salad from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day

    Loaded Baked Potato Salad from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day This Loaded Baked Potato Salad from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day takes everything people love about a loaded baked potato and turns it into the ultimate creamy, hearty side dish. Tender baby red potatoes are tossed with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, sour cream,…

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  • Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs from Keep It Simple Y'all Every Day in a bowl garnished with cilantro
    Comfort food | From the Book

    Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day

    Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day These Coconut Curry Chicken Meatballs are the perfect mix of cozy comfort food and bold flavor. Tender chicken meatballs are browned until golden, then simmered in a creamy coconut curry sauce loaded with onions, peppers, warm spices, and just the right amount of heat….

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  • Red Pepper Pasta by Matthew Bounds, creator of Your Barefoot Neighbor, sits in a bowl on a table next to a cope of Keep It Simple Y'all Every Day cookbook by Matthew Bounds
    30 Min or Less | Comfort food | From the Book

    Red Pepper Pasta from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day

    Red Pepper Pasta from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day This Red Pepper Pasta is rich, flavorful, and comes together with simple ingredients that build big, bold flavor in a short amount of time. Inspired by Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day, this dish leans into that perfect balance of cozy and fresh, with a…

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  • Mississippi Mud Pie from Matthew Bounds Keep It Simple Y'all Every Day cookbook in a baking pan on a table.
    Desserts | From the Book

    Mississippi Mud Pie from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day

    Mississippi Mud Pie from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day This Mississippi Mud Pie is rich, chocolatey, and completely over the top in the best way. Inspired by Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day, this version leans into easy shortcuts while still delivering that indulgent, layered dessert everyone loves. It is creamy, crunchy, and packed…

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  • Your Barefoot Neighbor Matthew holding ingredients for Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken in his kitchen.
    Comfort food | From the Book | Sheetpan Meal

    Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day!

    Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day! This Sheet Pan Caprese Chicken is a fresh, flavorful, and easy dinner that brings together classic Italian-inspired ingredients in one simple pan. Inspired by Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day, this recipe is all about layering bright, bold flavors while keeping things approachable and…

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  • Spatchcock Chicken on plate on counter from Keep It Simple Y'all Every Day Cookbook by Matthew Bounds
    Comfort food | From the Book | Sheetpan Meal

    Spatchcock Chicken from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day!

    Spatchcock Chicken from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day! This Spatchcock Chicken is one of those recipes that feels impressive but is actually simple, approachable, and incredibly rewarding. Inspired by Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day, this method gives you juicy, flavorful chicken with perfectly crispy, golden skin every single time. By removing the backbone…

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  • Pot Roast in bowl with carrots, with a serving spoon resting in bowl.
    Comfort food | From the Book | One Pot Meal

    Sunday Best Pot Roast from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day!

    Sunday Best Pot Roast from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day! This Sunday Best Pot Roast is the kind of meal that feels timeless, comforting, and worth slowing down for. Inspired by Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day, this recipe leans into classic techniques that build deep, rich flavor from the very beginning. It is…

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  • A bowl of Tortellini Soup from Your Barefoot Neighbor Matthew Bounds' book Keep It Simple Y’all Everyday sits on the counter next to the book.
    30 Min or Less | From the Book | One Pot Meal

    Tortellini Soup from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day!

    Tortellini Soup from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day! If you are craving something warm, cozy, and packed with flavor, this Tortellini Soup is the perfect one pot meal. It is hearty without being too heavy, filled with tender meatballs, cheesy tortellini, and a rich tomato broth that tastes like it simmered all day. This…

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  • Meatloaf on table next to Your Barefoot Neighbor Matthew Bounds' cookbook book Keep It Simple Everyday
    Comfort food | From the Book

    Meatloaf from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day!

    Meatloaf from Keep It Simple Y’all Every Day! There is something about a classic meatloaf that just feels like home. This Meatloaf from the Cookbook is everything you want in a comforting, dependable dinner. It is tender, flavorful, and perfectly moist with a savory base and a simple ketchup glaze on top. It is the…

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  • White Spinach Lasagna - Creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor, this white lasagna is made simple with oven-ready noodles and a rich sausage filling. Perfect for feeding a crowd or stocking the freezer.
    From the Book | One Pot Meal

    White Spinach Lasagna

    White Spinach Lasagna Creamy, hearty, and packed with flavor, this white lasagna is made simple with oven-ready noodles and a rich sausage filling. Perfect for feeding a crowd or stocking the freezer. Get the Recipe ↓

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Keep It Simple Y'all Every Day, book by Matthew Bounds, sits on a counter next to cooking utensils.

Keep It Simple
Y’all: Every Day

Boost your confidence in the kitchen with 80 foolproof recipes for busy weeknights, lazy weekends, date nights, and other special occasions!
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