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Mouthwatering Chili Recipes Will Warm a Cold Evening

It may have taken a bit of time, but winter has definitely arrived. Which means, my taste buds are eager for comfort food. Dishes like macaroni and cheese, soups, casseroles, and chili rule my menu at this time of year....

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Soup-er” Homemade Soup Recipes

I love making homemade soup at this time of year. Smelling a pot simmering on the stove is heartwarming to me. Soups can easily feed a crowd, be made healthy or a tad indulgent and are very easy to make....

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How to Freeze Fish, Meat & Poultry

The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows how to properly freeze meat, fish and poultry.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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27 Recipes to Trick Your Family into Eating Healthier

We've found tasty recipes to help you stick to your healthy eating resolution this year. We believe you can do it (and we're here to help)!

Janet's Notebook

Healthy Recipes for a Healthy New Year

The houseguests have left and I'm in the process of putting all the decorations away - the holiday's are officially over in my house. Like all of you, I'm sure, I was pretty indulgent during the holiday season. Now that...

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Things Have Been Busy in the Test Kitchen

We love our members! And did you know we have millions of visitors on Just A Pinch?! It's a true testament to how much home cooks rule and the amazing meals you prepare daily.We've had a few ideas percolating in...

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Ring in the New Year With Tasty Recipes

Between Christmas and New Year's Day, my home is full of guests. It's great to ring in the new year with friends and family I don't see very often. And what do we do... eat!For New Year's Eve, I put...

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12 Festive Christmas Cookie Recipes

♫ For the twelfth meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…twelve cookies cooking, eleven beefs a roasting, ten fish a frying, nine prime ribs priming, eight hams a glazing, seven buns a baking, six crockpots a simmering, five...

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11 Melt In Your Mouth Roast Beef Recipes

♫ For the eleventh meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…eleven beefs a roasting, ten fish a frying, nine prime ribs priming, eight hams a glazing, seven buns a baking, six crockpots a simmering, five pecan pies, four...

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10 Tasty Fried Fish Recipes

♫ For the tenth meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…ten fish a frying, nine prime ribs priming, eight hams a glazing, seven buns a baking, six crockpots a simmering, five pecan pies, four eggnog bowls, three cornish...

Janet's Notebook

Delicious Family Recipes Evoke Warm Christmas Memories

One of the best things about the holidays is making recipes that have been passed through generations. It's funny how a simple family recipe can create a wonderful memory. "Growing up we used to have Christmas Meat Roll on Christmas...

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9 Foolproof Recipes to Cook Prime Rib

♫ For the ninth meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…nine prime ribs priming, eight hams a glazing, seven buns a baking, six crockpots a simmering, five pecan pies, four eggnog bowls, three cornish hens, two turtle cakes...

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How to Crack an Egg with One Hand

Impress your family by learning to crack an egg with one hand.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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8 Irresistible Glazed Ham Recipes

♫ For the eighth meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…eight hams a glazing, seven buns a baking, six crockpots a simmering, five pecan pies, four eggnog bowls, three cornish hens, two turtle cakes and an apple in...

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How to Use Hand & Stand Mixers

Learn how to use a hand and stand mixer.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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7 Heavenly Bun Recipes to Make for the Holidays

♫ For the seventh meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…seven buns a baking, six crockpots a simmering, five pecan pies, four eggnog bowls, three cornish hens, two turtle cakes and an apple in a pear pie! ♫

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How to Grease a Pan

Properly greasing a pan is key to baking a cake. The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen show you how.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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6 Crockpot Recipes That Will Change Your Life

♫ For the sixth meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…six crockpots a simmering, five pecan pies, four eggnog bowls, three cornish hens, two turtle cakes and an apple in a pear pie! ♫

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15 Glorious Finger Foods for Your Party

Looking for easy finger food recipes to make for your party? We’ve got your back.

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How to Measure Ingredients

Not all measuring cups are created equal. There are actually separate measuring cups that should be used for wet and dry ingredients. The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows how to properly measure ingredients.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.