Food Bites & Articles
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.
5 Mouth-Watering Pecan Pie Recipes
♫ For the fifth meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…five pecan pies, four eggnog bowls, three cornish hens, two turtle cakes and an apple in a pear pie! ♫
How to Cream Butter & Sugar
Properly creaming butter and sugar is essential in baking.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.
4 Party-Worthy Eggnog Bowl Recipes
♫ For the fourth meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…four eggnog bowls, three cornish hens, two turtle cakes and an apple in a pear pie! ♫
3 Absolutely Delicious Cornish Hen Recipes
♫ For the third meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…three cornish hens, two turtle cakes and an apple in a pear pie! ♫
Save Room for Delicious Holiday Desserts
There's a running joke in my family that dessert should be considered a meal. I serve so many cookies and cakes, there's practically an entire dessert for each person. If you're like my family, here are a few suggestions for...
2 Mind-Blowing Turtle Cake Recipes
♫ For the second meal of Christmas, my true love made for me…two turtle cakes and an apple in a pear pie! ♫1. Cafe Latte’s Turtle CakeIt’s called ooey gooey for a reason! Just one bite and you won’t be...
Parchment Paper vs Wax Paper
Learn when to use Parchment Paper vs Wax Paper when baking.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.
An Apple in a Pear Pie Recipe
♫ For the first meal of Christmas, my true love made for me...An apple in a pear tree! ♫This delightfully sweet and tart apple pear pie is sure to tickle your tastebuds! As the recipe that’s kicking off our countdown...
How to Use a Meat Thermometer
Make sure meat is cooked properly by using a meat thermometer.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.
How to Tie a Roast
Tie a roast to help the meat stay in place and cook evenly.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.
17 Delicious Brownie Recipes You Need to Make
Oh goodness...how we love brownies. Luckily, our home cooks have submitted some amazingly delicious (and easy) recipes to help satisfy our craving! Enjoy!
Easy Christmas Dinner Recipes
Christmas is a little over two weeks away (can you believe it!). As is tradition, I'm hosting my family and a few friends for Christmas dinner. It's one of my favorite meals to prepare. I've learned over the years, the...
15 Most Pinched Blue Ribbon Cookie Recipes
Peanut butter chips + mini pretzels + sea salt + dark chocolate = the perfect sweet and salty combo. Our mouths are watering just thinking about it…
10 Most Pinched Blue Ribbon Apple Pie Recipes
Bite. Sized. Apple. Pie. Bites. Really, do we need to say more? They are bites of heaven - just imagine dipping them in warm caramel...oh myyyyyyy!
Christmas Cookies That’ll Put You on Santa’s Nice List!
Christmas season should be called cookie season at my house! I bake batches and batches of cookies this time of year. I add some to my Christmas dessert table, but I also package them to give as gifts. A few...
How to Melt Chocolate
Skip melting chocolate in a double boiler and melt chocolate quickly in the microwave!Watch the "pinch tips" video here.
How to Season and Care for a Cast Iron Skillet
Learn how to properly clean and care for your cast iron pan.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.
How to Remove a Yolk
Separate egg yolks and whites using only an empty water bottle!Watch the "pinch tips" video here.