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How to Peel Tomatoes

Thanks to the Just A Pinch Test Kitchen, peeling tomatoes is a breeze.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

Janet's Notebook

Strawberries Take the Spotlight in Stellar Recipes

Strawberry season is in full effect which puts a big smile on this girls face. They're one of my favorite fruits and so good for you. Packed with vitamins B and C, fiber and high level of anti-oxidants, I'll never...

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Crowd-Pleasing Recipes to Celebrate the 4th of July

Get out the sparklers and make sure the grill's in working order. It's almost the 4th of July!Each year, my neighborhood has a barbecue. We proudly wear our red, white and blue and pile our plates high with our favorite...

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How to Shuck, Cook and Cut Corn

Aww shucks! Cooking and preparing corn has never been easier thanks to the Just A Pinch Test Kitchen.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Elevate the Pasta Salad at Your Next Cookout

Cookout season is in full effect! My husband and I were looking at the calendar and realized we have a cookout nearly every weekend for the next few weeks.One of my favorite things to bring is pasta salad. They're so...

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22 Best Kid-Friendly Recipes

Finding recipes that your little picky eater(s) will like can definitely be a challenge. That's why we're here to help. Here are 22 kid-approved recipes that your nuggets will love!

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How to Wash Fruits and Vegetables

The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows how to wash fruits and veggies. Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Remembering Dad’s Favorite Recipes This Father’s Day

Recipes are memories. When we make them, we're transported back to a specific time or make us think of a special person.For me, one bite of a juicy steak and I think of my father cooking up a feast at...

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How to Cook Scrambled Eggs

Make no fail scrambled eggs thanks to the Just A Pinch Test Kitchen.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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The Perks of Baking With Coffee

Not sure about you, but my morning does not begin until I finish a cup of coffee. There's something about the smell that lets me open my eyes and officially start the day. But it's not just for drinking anymore!...

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Delicious Blueberry Recipes Bursting with Flavor

It's been a bit cooler than normal in my neck of the woods. But last Saturday was one of those perfectly beautiful days. I had a list of things to do inside, but I put them aside. I grabbed my...

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How to Peel & Devein Shrimp

The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows how to easily peel and devein shrimp for your next party.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Get Your Grill on This Memorial Day

Depending on what part of the country you live in, on Memorial Day you may be bundled in a sweatshirt or floating in the pool trying to stay cool. But for everyone across America, it's the official holiday to remember...

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How to Cut a Watermelon

The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows you how to easily cut a watermelon.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

Janet's Notebook

Simple Salad Recipes

It's always around this time of the year that I start incorporating more salad recipes into my menu. They're simple, filling and super tasty."This is an awesome, fabulous salad," exclaims Sher Bird (Bellevue, WA). "The ingredients might sound strange for...

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How to Poach an Egg

Poaching an egg has never been easier thanks to the Just A Pinch Test Kitchen! Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Pucker Up for Delicious Lemon Dessert Recipes

My husband and I recently went to a friend's house for dinner and I was asked to bring something. I immediately thought of making something with lemons because I know she loves anything lemon. With it's fresh and tart flavor,...

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How to Cut Cherry Tomatoes

Here's a trick to cutting cherry tomatoes!Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Sweet Memories of Mom

I definitely inherited my sweet tooth from my mother. Growing up during the holiday's my mom would wow us with her desserts. Whenever I take a bite of chocolate cake or dive into a cobbler, I think of mom.Mother's Day...