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Whether you're a Workerette juggling a job outside the home, an at-home mom, a work-at-home mom or all of the above *yikes!*, you've probably wondered if a slow cooker would be useful for you.  I'm personally learning that the answer is a resounding YES!

Even if you aren't a mom (or perhaps, are a gramma or great-gramma), planning ahead can only be a good thing.  It makes the budget a little less likely to break, the days a little more efficient, and with recipes like the ones these ladies are sharing, it can make dinner healthier and/or tastier!

Those of you who have ham for Easter may be looking for something a little different for a side dish this year; this sweet potato dish may fit the bill.  Sounds tasty to me, and sweet potatoes are chock full of good stuff! 

What You Need:

• 4 eggs
• 1 C milk
• 1/2 C butter (softened)
• 6 - 6.5 C mashed sweet potatoes (without added milk or butter)
  
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp lemon extract
• 1 - 8 oz can of drained sliced pineapple
• 1/4 C chopped pecans

What To Do:

• Mix the first nine items in a large bowl.
• Transfer mixture to 3-quart slow cooker.
• Top with pineapple and pecans.
• Cover and cook for 4 - 5 hours on low heat (or until cooking thermometer reads 160 degrees).

This one makes a whopper of 12-14 servings - it'd be great for those church brunches or big family Easter dinners!