Janis founded The Dinner Spin in 2008 and her recipes, tips and time-saving tricks are tried and true. Life is a lot easier when the “what’s for dinner” panic is averted.

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Soup Recipes for the Soul

By Janis Bowers

A big chill has set in across the nation; lift your spirits and your internal temperature with hot and healthy soups. Simple, comforting and delicious, these soups offer contentment in every lovin’ spoonful.

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Healthy Brunch Ideas

By Janis Bowers

Save your calories for Aunt Rita’s Sea Foam, this brunch menu not only whips together in a jiffy, it is light too! Many of the items on the menu can be made ahead of time for less “day-of” stress for the host or hostess.

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Three to Try: Campfire Creations

By Janis Bowers

There is something poetic about the magic of fire and the allure of cooking tasty treats over an open flame. Make your next campfire memorable by roasting, toasting or melting together tantalizing fire-kissed concoctions.

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Kid Friendly Lunch Ideas

By Janis Bowers

Getting kids to try new foods can be a challenge. In addition to being fun, these recipes help empower kids to make healthy choices.

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Hit the Road – Memorial Day Travel Menu

By Janis Bowers

Memorial Day is quickly approaching. Before you hit the road, check out these great recipes for convenient, make-ahead items that will please any passenger!

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Eating for Earth Day

By Janis Bowers

Earth Day upon us this month, here are five easy ways to become a more environmentally-conscious cook and consumer.

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Daily Doublers

By Janis Bowers

Check out these clever weeknight recipes that you can double and freeze for use when time is at a premium or you just don’t have the energy to cook.

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Kid Tested, Mother-Approved

By Janis Bowers

Little hands will love to help prepare this easy-to-make, kid-friendly fare. While the menu is all about the kids, grown-ups won’t have a hard time eating it too!

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Grocery Shopping Tips for Saving Money

By Janis Bowers

Like most people, one of my current concerns is budgeting for rising food costs. To suppress excess spending in an economy that is spiraling downward, I’ve been using creativity to control costs, and I kind of like the challenge.

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Save Time with Big Batch Chicken

By Janis Bowers

Save valuable weeknight minutes by planning ahead on the weekend. Cook a big-batch of shredded chicken that can be used to create two very different dishes that will nourish and delight your family.

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