All About @MelissaJoRealRecipes
I’m Melissa Jo—the recipe creator, Amazon Live host, and everyday food lover behind Melissa Jo Real Recipes. But before the videos and the viral recipes , it all started in my family kitchen.
I’ve been cooking for my kids and family my whole life, using the same tools and timeless techniques passed down from my Italian grandmother and my mama. I grew up learning by watching them work their magic with love and flavor—and eventually, I started creating my own recipes with their influence sprinkled in every dish.
In 2020, like most of us stuck at home during quarantine, I needed something to do. A friend asked me to share a recipe on TikTok—and I didn’t even know how to work the app! So I called in my son, who was happy to point the camera and hit post. Five videos in, I shared my Stick of Butter Rice recipe… and the rest? Well, let’s just say it’s been viral casseroles and cozy comfort food with my Italian influence ever since!
Now, I post daily across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and Amazon Live—sharing easy, saucy, no-fuss meals for real life as well as my authentic Italian family recipes! Whether it’s a three-ingredient dinner, a one-pot wonder, or a slow cooker meal that does the heavy lifting, my recipes are made to feel like wins—no matter how busy your day is.
My goal? To make cooking feel doable and fun. Whether you’re here for weeknight inspiration, Sunday meal prep ideas, or something indulgent to feed a crowd—you’ll find it all here. My signature style is simple, flavorful, and always real (just like the name says!).
Thanks for being here. Grab a stick of butter and let’s make something delicious together.
Guess what? My NEW cookbook is out 🎉 🇮🇹 🙌
BEST of Melissa Jo Real Recipes MAKE IT!
Welcome to my kitchen! All of the recipes included are tried and true family recipes I’ve been sharing not only with my family, but also with you. I’ve chosen all of my fan and family favourites from my Italian recipes, one pot wonders, 30 minute extravaganzas, and crowd pleasing dips and desserts. You are going to love each and every recipe and MAKE IT!
