Author Archives: Erin

When to Add Pasta to the Slow Cooker – One Dish Dinners Tips and Tricks

So we recently talked about when to add rice to the slow cooker. And now it’s pastas turn. Making some meat or chicken with a sauce in the slow cooker can make for a wonderful meal.  But cooking the rice … Continue reading

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Ham and Broccoli Breakfast Casserole with Extra-Sharp Cheddar

I was at a church brunch recently and the ladies at my table started talking about egg casseroles.  It was fun to hear everyone’s take on them…for both sides…the cooking them and the eating them. After listening contentedly for a … Continue reading

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When to Add Rice to the Slow Cooker – One Dish Dinners Tips and Tricks

A common question I hear about one dish dinners, slow cookers and rice is… When Do I Add the Rice to Slow Cooker So It Doesn’t Turn Out Mushy?! Add the rice to the slow cooker that is cooking on … Continue reading

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Pizza Penne Bake Recipe

There comes a time in every home cooks life when you really, really, really have a hankering for pizza.  Except dinner is in 30 minutes.  And you have no store bought dough.  And no time at all to put together … Continue reading

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How Much Salt and Pepper Should I Add?! – One Dish Dinner Tips and Tricks

I wonder if this is something you’ve thought about…how much salt and or pepper should I add to this soup?! Or this potato salad?! Or this pasta salad?! Many moons ago I lived in the Dominican Republic.  And I loved … Continue reading

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