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How to Cook Apple Walnut Acorn Squash

Acorn squash is a delicious gift of fall and winter. It’s a winter squash that’s green on the outside with long ridges. The yellow-orange inside is buttery. Once the seeds are removed, it’s the perfect bowl for a delicious stuffing....

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New Just A Pinch Recipe Box Widget

One of the best things about JustAPinch.com (besides the amazing recipes from home cooks) is the Recipe Box. Members can not only Pinch (save) their favorite recipes from Just A Pinch in one location, but they can also save recipes...

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Easy Back-to-School Dinners

Until you get in the groove, back-to-school time is chaotic. I remember those days of parent-teacher conferences, sports practice, loads of homework, etc. On those nights, getting a meal on the table is not an easy feat. That's when having...

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25 Game-Day Recipes That’ll Make You the MVP

Whether your favorite team wins or loses, everyone will be a winner after they snack on these crowd-pleasing recipes.

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21 Beer Recipes for Brew Lovers

From appetizers to main course to dessert, we have the beer recipes that anyone could crave! Cheers to these booze-infused recipes!

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6 Reasons You Need to Add Acorn Squash to Your Diet

Acorn squash is finally in season - rejoice! Why are we getting so excited about acorn squash? Why not?! With all the health and nutrition benefits of acorn squash, you’re going to be questioning why you never added this tasty...

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What’s Apple Butter and the Best Apples To Make it With

Filled with warm spices, apple butter is a fall favorite. It's delicious spread onto a piece of toast for breakfast or it can be added to cookies, pies, and cakes when baking. While picking up a jar at the market...

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23 Magnificent Pizza Recipes: You Need a Slice ASAP

If you're craving that melt-in-your-mouth yummy-ness, then these are the recipes you need!

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Your Football Party Food Menu

It's game day! Ok, well almost game day. The NFL season begins this Thursday and college games kicked off last weekend. What does that all mean? It's time to start eating finger foods! They are a necessity when watching a...

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11 Legendary Low Country Boil Recipes

We love us a good ol’ fashioned low country boil! It’s the perfect time of year to do one at home, so grab some newspaper, call your family and friends, and get to boilin’! Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil “Easiest shrimp...

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How to Host a Cookout on a Budget

“Let's keep it low-key. We will just grill and have some drinks.” Sounds like a relaxing inexpensive night in, right? Unless you are the host. If you love the convenience of entertaining friends and family by firing up the grill...

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17 Non-Beef Burger Recipes

Turkey and chicken and veggies, oh my! We’re ditching the beef and making some other mouth-watering delicious burgers instead.

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A Sweet End to Summer With Easy Labor Day Desserts

This weekend, we unofficially say goodbye to summer. As usual, a cookout is on my agenda. I've planned what we'll be grilling and the side dishes. This year, I thought I would amp up my dessert menu. While I don't...

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13 Hush Puppy Recipes That Pop With Flavor

There’s something about homemade hush puppies that scream summer! Pairing perfectly with everything from burgers to fish, these little puppies pop with flavor and will rock your taste buds. Southern Style Hush Puppies “Just imagine these golden. delicious fried balls...

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Take a Road Trip and Never Leave the Kitchen

I've stayed close to home this summer. With a busy schedule, heading out of town wasn't in the cards. But I plan to take a road trip and never leave my kitchen. How? By preparing recipes unique to certain regions....

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How to Make Egg-in-a-Hole

You may have also heard this breakfast recipe referred to as an egg in the basket or egg with a hat. This is a super easy and fun breakfast for the kids. Adults will love this too when looking for...

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17 Acorn Squash Recipes That Are Perfect for Fall

Packed with essential nutrients, acorn squash recipes are a great go-to during the fall. Not only are acorn squash recipes beyond delicious, they can also help reduce your risk of diabetes, cancer and heart disease. Check out these must-make acorn...

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How to Make Homemade Tartar Sauce

If you’ve never made homemade tartar sauce, then you’re missing out! Nothing could be easier or tastier. Making the sauce only takes 5 to 10 minutes and offers a real pop of freshness. It’s amazing how making a humble homemade...

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15 Fabulous Fritter Recipes

From corn to eggplant to shrimp to peaches, you can literally make super yummy fritter recipes out of anything and everything. Check out these fritter recipes below, you’re going to want to make at least one of them for dinner...

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The History of Rum

Rum is a type of alcohol made from the fermentation and distillation of sugarcane byproducts such as molasses or sugarcane juice. It’s initially a clear liquid but deepens in color and the flavor after aging and soaking in oak barrels...