Many times, we just need to catch up by using a day off as a work day at home. Make the most of the moment by multi-tasking. Crockpot a hen while getting your work done. Purchase the hen the day before so that no time is spent running to the store. Place the hen into the crockpot with a peeled onion in its cavity. I only use spring water and fill the crockpot with the fresh water nearly to the top. Add kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper. Add 2 celery slices. Add bouquet garni or fresh basil and fresh rosemary. Work away as it simmers away. Hours later your work is done and so is a beautiful homecooked meal. A simmered hen has many options and creates multiple meals, which saves time and funds. The first simmer creates a stunning chicken breast dinner. Reserve the strained broth and refrigerate immediately. Reserve a cup of chicken meat and refrigerated that immediately. The second day provides a healthy “chicken soup” by adding sliced boiled carrots and celery. Rice is optional. The third day provides a grand chicken quiche by placing these combined ingredients into a quiche crust. In a bowl, mix fresh chicken pieces, pecan pieces, shredded Gruyère cheese, diced celery and enough mayonnaise just to bind. Press the ingredients into the crust. Top the quiche with crushed potato chips and bake at 350⁰F for at least 30 minutes, until thoroughly cooked. Three meals, three days and three days of work done right! Here comes a ready you for February. © Kelly McBride Loft