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Easy Easter Sweets Your Guests Will Love

What's better than ending a lovely Easter, sitting around the table with loved ones and finishing the day with something sweet. There's always room for dessert in my mind and here are a few great Easter dessert recipes.Carrot cake with...

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How to Peel Hard Boiled Eggs

The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shares a no mess way to peel hard boiled eggs.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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How to Make a Pie Shell and Lattice

The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows how to make a homemade pie shell and lattice top. Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Hop to It – Easter Recipes to Help Plan Your Meal

Is Easter sneaking up on you? With it being early this year (March 27th in case you don't know), I keep hearing people ask how it's almost Easter already.This year I'm actually not preparing dinner. The torch is being passed...

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How Much to Serve at Your Easter Meal

Not sure how much food you need for Easter dinner? The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen is here to help. Pinch and share this easy how-to!

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How to Slice and Mince Vegetables Like a Pro

Let the Just A Pinch Test Kitchen show how to slice and mince veggies.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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A Taste of Ireland

St. Patrick's Day is almost here. It's a fun day, but not one you would typically think of for food.One of the young ladies in the Test Kitchen took a trip to Ireland last summer. She came back with stories...

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How to Use a Whisk

The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows how to whisk egg whites or whipped cream.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Slow Cooker/Crock Pot Hints

Create great Crock Pot meals using tips from the Just A Pinch Test Kitchen.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Crock Pot Recipes Will Save Time in the Kitchen

Crock pot recipes have been a staple in my kitchen for years. I've said it before, but it can be your best friend on a busy day. I was having a conversation the other day with someone who was just...

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27 Most Pinched Chicken Recipes

These are the best chicken recipes as pinched by Just A Pinch's members. All Blue Ribbon awarded, plus family tested and approved, you NEED to try these chicken recipes!

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How to Debone a Chicken

The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows how to easily debone a chicken.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Non-Sticky Rice Every Time

Non-stick rice every time thanks to the Just A Pinch Test Kitchen!Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Simple Casserole Recipes to Satisfy Your Family

Casseroles are one of my favorite meals in the winter. They're easy to make, packed with flavor and comforting which is what my family always wants on a cold day. Waking up on a chilly weekend morning, Phyllis Lawson's (Austin,...

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How to Brown Chicken

Perfectly brown chicken with tips from the Just A Pinch Test Kitchen.Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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How to Cook Fish Perfectly in a Pan

Don't be intimidated to prepare fish at home. The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen is sharing tips to perfectly cook fish. Watch the "pinch tips" video here.

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Special Seafood Recipes You Can Make at Home

If you were to ask me what my favorite type of food is, hands down I'd say seafood. I've never tasted a scallop, crab or salmon recipe I haven't liked!If you're a seafood lover too, then Daune Browne's (Calais, ME)...

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How to Fold Ingredients

Folding sounds fancy, but it's actually just a technique to gently mix ingredients together. It's used when you want to keep air within the recipe. The Just A Pinch Test Kitchen shows how to fold ingredients using whipped cream and...

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A Romantic Dinner for Your Sweetie

I love heading to my favorite neighborhood restaurant for dinner. But, on a holiday, I like to stay in. We've all heard the way to someone's heart is through their stomach. This Valentine's Day, I plan to show my hubby...