Food Bites & Articles
Football Fare Adds to Game Day Excitement
The most glorious time of year is back - football season. While I have a team I cheer for, for me game day is really all about the food! College football is well under way, but the pros are kicking...
Full Flavors Kick Up for Your Labor Day Cookout
Summer is quickly winding down. I can't believe how fast it's flown. While it will still be warm for a bit, Labor Day weekend is the unofficial end of cookout season. To celebrate, I'm planning one last summer hurrah with...
Our Mission Will Always Be to Champion the Home Cook
We have received a lot of valuable feedback from members regarding the recent launch of videos. The Kitchen Crew values the opinions of members! We love that members feel strongly and are as committed to the site as much as...
Classic Kids Sandwich Gets a Dessert Makeover
As a kid, nothing made me smile more than a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. I had a very specific way of eating it too - must be on white bread, peanut butter on both pieces of bread, jelly in...
Premium Video Content Now Featured on Just A Pinch!
There's a lot of buzz in the kitchen lately! Members have been asking for video on Just A Pinch. Well, we're fans of short videos too. They're fun and a great way to learn a cooking tip or two.We're happy...
The Sandwich: A Lunchtime Staple Shines at Dinnertime
The other night my husband asked me what we were doing for dinner. It had been a very busy week in the Test Kitchen, so I told him I was going to throw together some sandwiches. To say he was...
Create a Meal From Your Farmer’s Market Finds
I can wander aimlessly around my local farmer's market for hours. From the baked goods to the fruits and veggies, I love that I never know exactly what I'll find.Recently, my farmer's market is bursting at the seams with so...
Fresh Peaches Add Sweetness to Summer Desserts
There's a truck that brings Georgia peaches to different farmers markets and stores around town. You know it's summer when you finally see it driving around.I'm really fond of their peaches. They are always so juicy and sweet, it's hard...
Blueberries Take Centerstage in These Sweet Recipes
Blueberries are one of my favorite summer berries. Not only are they good for you (packed with vitamin c and fiber), they taste yummy. I went blueberry picking this weekend and came home with more than I could ever eat....
Beat the Heat With an Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social
"I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!" How many times did you sing that when you were younger? I know I did. As a kid, one of my favorite treats was an ice cream sundae. As an...
Hot Dogs Aren’t Just for Grilling Anymore!
It never fails... I always buy too much of something for my cookouts. This time it was hot dogs. There was a great sale at the supermarket I couldn't pass up. Not wanting to let them go to waste, I...
Travel Around the World From Your Kitchen
It's vacation season! Want to know my big travel plans for the summer? Sipping on some sweet tea or lemonade and enjoying my back porch.But, just cause I'm sticking close to home, it doesn't mean I can't travel. Thanks to...
July 4th Side Dishes Pop with Flavor
I'm busy planning my July 4th cookout this week. I love macaroni salad and potato salad at my backyard barbecues, but I wanted to jazz up the sides this year. These refreshing - and flavorful - salads are sure to...
Please Your Summer Sweet Tooth with No-Bake Desserts
It's not only heating up in the Test Kitchen with all the goodies we've been testing, it's getting hotter outside too! Lately, I'm having to crank the AC and my oven mitt's turned into a fan. The last thing I...
Make A Feast for Dad This Father’s Day
During the week, I cook up a storm in the Test Kitchen. On the weekends, especially if we're grilling, I don't mind turning dinner over to my husband. He's quite the grill-master. With Father's Day around the corner, I thought...
Lemon Brightens Up Summer Desserts
I love lemon all year long, but there's something about summertime when I tend to crave lemon desserts. Now that the weather's getting warmer, I just want to jump into my kitchen and get cookin'.One bite of Cheryl Redes' Mama's...
Brunch Recipes That’ll Dazzle A Crowd
Eggs Benedict, bacon, sausage, omelets... y’all know my fondness for brunch recipes.My friend is having guests for brunch next weekend and has asked me to help her with the menu. I definitely have a few suggestions!“You just can not go...
Strawberries Add Sweetness to Delectable Desserts
The other day I was talking with the Kitchen Crew about summer activities we loved to do as kids. One of the ladies mentioned strawberry picking with her family. Hearing her share her childhood memories (and talking about what goodies...
Gearing up for a Tasty Memorial Day
Memorial Day is nearly here. It's a time to gather with great friends, remember those who have fought to give us our freedoms and celebrate with some tasty food. It's also the unofficial kick-off to cookout season! I'm busy planning...
Spring’s Star Veggie Shines in Stellar Recipes
I love that the weather is finally warmer. I can begin my weekly weekend farmer's market trips. This weekend's adventure was a huge success. I picked up some strawberries, radishes, rhubarb, kale and lots of asparagus.By the amount of asparagus...