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Kids' Pasta and Cheese

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This is a fast favorite for lunches in our house. Acini di pepe is most often used in Italian Wedding Soup, but the kids like the small shape and it's easy for little ones to spoon up. Change up the cheese and veggies here to whatever your particular tastes are.

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Shepherd's Pie

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Traditionally made with minced lamb, this shepherd's pie is closer to an English Cottage Pie. Perfect for dark and cold winter days when the desire for comfort food is at a peak, this pie is also very frugal, making the most of winter vegetables. I've streamlined preparation and added flavor by using onion soup mix. Add a cup of thawed frozen peas for a change of pace.

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Like Grandma's Chicken 'n' Dumplings

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The beauty of slow cookers is that they enable you to spend only a few minutes of prep to get a full meal that tastes great. Drop this chicken recipe in before you head off to work, and when you get home, you'll have the most tender meat and tasty sauce.

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