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Simmer-and-Clean Skillet

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A quick and comforting skillet dish that doubles as a way to clean while cooking, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Culinary Therapy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Any variety will do.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cups broth (vegetable or chicken) Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half.
  • 2 cups leftover noodles or rice Any type of pasta or rice works.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Brown the mushrooms and onions in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add broth and a swirl of cream, stirring to combine.
  3. Toss in leftover noodles or rice and mix well.
  4. While the dish simmers, wash three dishes to keep the kitchen tidy.
  5. Serve warm, then rinse the pan while it's still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

This recipe emphasizes breaking the cycle of dishes piling up by integrating cleaning into cooking. Perfect for busy nights.
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