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20 Southern Staple Cornbread Recipes

There’s just something we love about homemade cornbread in the fall. Paired with a bowl of chili, topped with pinto beans or just cooked to golden brown perfection in a cast iron skillet, cornbread is one of our favorite delicious...

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29 Cozy & Comforting Fall Dinners

When the weather starts to get cooler, cozy, and comforting fall dinners rule the menu. From stews to casseroles, roasted chicken to pan-seared pork, meals get a little heartier but they still need to be family-friendly. So good, any of...

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Savory Apple Recipes for Fall

Apples aren't just for desserts. They can add a touch of sweetness to savory recipes too. If you're looking to expand the way you enjoy apples this fall, try making one of these tasty and savory apple recipes. Cindy Ferguson...

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28 Fall Quick Breads

These quick bread recipes are bursting with fall flavors! Pumpkin, apple, zucchini, pear, cinnamon, caramel, and more make for lovely and easy bread recipes. As the leaves change, you’ll find yourself in the kitchen making one (or 17) of these...

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13 Meatloaf Recipes That Are Better Than Mom’s

Meatloaf is one of our favorite comfort food recipes! Hearty, easy to make, and even better as leftovers, homemade meatloaf is a classic recipe we always return to. Your family will love these 13 meatloaf recipes and you’re sure to...

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20 Apple Recipes You Need To Make This Fall

Crisp, bright, and full of fall flavor, these apple recipes are begging to be made this autumn. Enjoy that lovely apple flavor from morning to night with these breakfast, dinner, and dessert apple recipes.

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Terrific Dishes That Are Made With American Cheese

American cheese on a burger is classic. Grilled cheese achieves its optimal gooeyness when American cheese is added. It may not be the fanciest of cheeses (technically it's pasteurized process American cheese), but many many terrific dishes are made with...

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Five Quick Bread Recipes for Breakfast This Weekend

Some Saturday mornings I wake up and want a special treat. That's when I turn to quick bread recipes. It's called a quick bread because they're baked in a loaf pan but baking soda, not yeast, is the leavening agent....

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27 Healthy Fall Recipes

Enjoying all the delicious fall comfort foods without gaining the fall fifteen is always a challenge - but, we’re here to help! These healthy fall recipes let you enjoy pumpkin, chili, sweet potato, apple, squash and more without feeling any...

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24 Taco Recipes You’ll Want to Make Every Night

Here at Just A Pinch, we’re big believers that tacos don’t only belong to Tuesday. Easy to make and adjust to your family’s taste buds, tacos belong in your weekly menu rotation. Sometimes making the same classic tacos (not that...

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23 Recipes To Make With Canned Pumpkin

Canned pumpkin is a pantry staple. Some people enjoy making pumpkin puree from scratch, but that can be time-consuming. It's so much easier to grab a can from the closet when a pumpkin fix needs to be satisfied. From hummus...

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What to Cook in October

Tis the season for pumpkin, butternut squash, sweet potatoes, apples and more! We love all the fall flavors available to us during October and plan to take full advantage of them all. From soups to roasted vegetables to muffins, you’re...

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18 Delicious Cookie Recipes You’ll Make Again and Again

Is there anything better than a warm cookie out of the oven? Gooey butter cookies, spicy snickerdoodles, chewy chocolate chip, a fudgy chocolate cookie... our mouths are watering just thinking about them. If you want to learn about the history...

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Apple Desserts You’re Going to Want to Make Today

While apple desserts are popular year-round, they make their way back to being a staple on menus in the fall. From Dutch babies to muffins and slab pie to fresh apple cake, it's all apple all the time and most...

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Tasty Pork Recipes Your Family Will Enjoy

Some nights I can't figure out what to make for dinner. I love chicken, but that can get old. Another go-to protein of mine is pork. When I'm looking to get an easy and tasty meal on the table, pork...

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6 Hash Recipes to Make for Breakfast

Whether you’re looking for an easy breakfast idea or a way to use up leftovers, hash is the answer! Hearty, yummy, and easy to tweak to your taste buds, check out these delicious hash recipes to make for your next...

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18 Recipes for Roasted Fall Vegetables

Brussels sprouts and potatoes and butternut squash - oh my! These roasted vegetable recipes are everything you need for the perfect fall side dish. Easy, healthy and flavorful, you’ll use produce that’s in season to make these tasty dishes. From...

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10 Moist & Flavorful Pumpkin Bread Recipes

Filled with spices of the season, pumpkin bread is a fall favorite. It can be enjoyed for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. A simple pumpkin bread recipe is delicious but many ingredients can be added to turn this quick...

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Five Ways to Cook Potatoes

Potatoes are a popular side dish in my house because they're inexpensive and can be made in a variety of ways. A baked potato with butter, sour cream, and a bit of bacon makes my mouth water. Did you know...

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12 Restaurant-Style Fried Rice Recipes

Make restaurant-style fried rice at home! It may sound and look intimidating, but preparing fried rice is quite simple. A great way to use leftover white rice, too. From chicken fried rice to vegetable fried rice to fried rice with...