Here’s the thing — recipes should bend, not boss you around.
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Swap beef for ground turkey or chicken if you’re trimming a bit.
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Go meatless! Throw in mushrooms, spinach, peppers — whatever’s rolling around in the crisper.
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Gluten-free pasta? Sure! Just peek in sooner — it can turn to mush if you forget.
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Spicy mood? Red pepper flakes or a spicy marinara.
See? Dinner’s not that deep.
Why I Keep Coming Back
If I’m honest, I come back to this because it’s the closest thing to a hug in a bowl — and it asks almost nothing of me. I can feed a crowd (or just my hungry husband and my neighbor, who always “just happens to drop by” when it smells like garlic in here).
Plus, leftovers taste even better — I swear the flavors get more cozy overnight.
Let’s Keep Each Other Fed
So next time you’re eyeing that bag of chips for dinner — don’t. Toss this together instead. Your future self will thank you, your family will thank you, and hey, Buddy the dog might sneak a bite when you’re not looking.
If you try it, tell me what you tweak — I love hearing how people make a recipe their own. Leave me a note in the comments, or holler at me over email. My slow cooker’s always ready for another spin.
Happy eating, friends. You’ve earned it.
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