What's For Supper?

Have you ever tried to think of something new to fix for supper? Something easy? Something the kids would like? Well, I have a few
quick and easy solutions. I can't guarantee that they are healthy, but they are tasty and fast. Tasty and fast can go a long way when you are a working Mom or just don't wanna be in the kitchen.

One of my personal favorites, is a grilled cheese sandwich and a bowl of soup.

In the winter, it is one of those at least once a week meals. You can get those sandwiches grilling on the stove, open a can of soup and in less then 10 minutes you are ready to sit down and eat. I really don't think you can go wrong, with this meal. The first grilled cheese was introduced in the 1920's but it was an open faced sandwich. In 1960, someone decided to use 2 slices of bread, and we have what we love today! I am sure this meal will be made once this week. Nothing quite like a grilled cheese with a bowl of chili.

For the working woman, there is the ever useful crock pot. Who hasn't used one to create a mouth watering meal? It is a one dump pot. Just put your entire meal in and turn the temp to low, and while you are working all day it is cooking. When you walk in the door, after work, you can smell of great aroma and have the satisfaction of knowing that supper is ready to be served! Who doesn't like that?

There are all kinds of great recipes to be found. I do not work but I still use this a few times a month when I am busy or just wanna have a lazy day. The first crock pot was invented in 1970. I remember mine was the ever popular avocado green back in the 70's. So, look up a great crock pot recipe and surprise your loved ones with a great meal and NO work!

One of my old stand bys, is Hamburger Helper. When the kids , were younger, we had plenty of that and the kids loved it! It was simple and inexpensive. Just brown the beef, drain, add a few ingredients to a skillet and ta-da...supper! Don't be afraid to try this simple meal....most of them are delicious! Hamburger helper was introduced in 1971. The media did not think it would last....well, they were WRONG! Today Hamburger Helper has over 60 flavors. These include their tuna and chicken helpers as well. Use one of these boxes of "Miracle Meal" and a salad, on the side and you have a tasty and affordable meal. I am sure out of 60 flavors you can find several that you enjoy.

Thanks for letting me share my simple meal helpers. I know that grilled cheese and chili are on my lunch list today. It is cold and foggy and nothing like a bowl of chili and a gooey buttery grilled cheese.

Check back, when you have time, if ya wanna know....the thoughts of a family warden!