I've been the primary cook in our home for the last 10yrs., but I would still consider myself a novice. I enjoy trying new recipes, but I'm not very adventurous. I prefer to stick with what we like, old fashioned comfort food. I need simple, uncomplicated recipes. I love my slowcooker. It is quick and easy, and the food is always so good and tender. (Pork roast with sauerkraut, potatoes, & onions). Pot roast. Beef stroganoff. Sweet 'n' sour chicken over white rice. BBQ chicken. Thanksgiving dinner has been at my home for the last 10yrs. I really enjoy cooking the turkey(in an oven bag), stuffing, and all the trimmings for my family. We are known for our creamy mashed potatoes. I made my first homemade pumpkin pie last year...yahoo! I made pork chops & sauerkraut, with vidalia onions for the first time recently in the slowcooker. Everyone loved it. Yes, I know it is a simple meal...but, like I said, I'm a novice. Baby steps... I make a pretty darn good meatloaf too. I'd never admit them publicly....lol. There's been a few though...tee hee.