Simmering the balsamic vinegar both mellows and thickens it. When tossed with the hot pasta and the butter, it forms a smooth, uniquely flavored sauce.
Ordinary scalloped potatoes become extraordinary when they're made with ham, onion and a creamy cheese sauce. They make an appetizing addition to just about any meal.
The easiest lasagna ever includes three kinds of cheese simmering along with spaghetti sauce and ground beef. The slow cooker does everything but go to the store for you.
