I'm 20 years old and attending college part time. I have my own place with a couple friends and have a full kitchen that I'm able to cook in. quick and easy. minimal clean up. I don't mind a big mess, but I don't like it all the time. Chicken, pasta, potroast, etc...i love my slow cooker! my mom's salsa! took me 20 years to get that recipe! sorry...i'm not going to share it either! my mom's salsa! i tried to mix some pasta and some spices that we had laying around. didn't know what i was doing and it did NOT turn out well. had to brush my teeth 2 times to get the taste out of my mouth!