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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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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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Homemade Bread Crumbs in Minutes – One Dish Dinner Tips and Tricks

If you need bread crumbs but only have fresh bread on hand, here’s what you can do. Version A If you have very few minutes to spare in getting your bread crumbs ready, this is the method for you! Toast… … Continue reading

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Flat Freezing – One Dish Dinners Tips and Tricks

When it comes to batch cooking and keeping your freezer stocked full of pre-cut fruits or veggies, pre-cooked meats or sauces, it’s important to be sure that you’re making the most of the space in your freezer. Freezing these ingredients … Continue reading

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Cook Ahead Shredded Chicken – One Dish Dinner Tips and Tricks

One way to really speed up your dinner prep time and your “in the kitchen” time in general is to put the concept of batch cooking to work in your favor.  If you already have cooked ground beef or cooked … Continue reading

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