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> I am tired of freezing chili, taco meat, and hamburger
> helper. It works well, but I am ready for something
> else.

What about chicken, fish, soups, stews, salads... There's more to Real
Life® than canned and boxed foods that require even less a minimum of
effort! Pastas, for instance, lend themselves to smaller portions and
multiple ingredients.

Here's one such recipe:

Sautéed Chicken with Penne Pasta

INGREDIENTS:
1 4-oz. skinless, boneless chicken breast
1 tsp. butter, or OO
salt, pepper to taste
5 oz. penne pasta
1 qt. water
Optional:
Chives
Parsley
Extra pat butter

METHOD:
In a 6" skillet, melt butter. Season chicken breast to taste. Lay into
skillet when butter is melted and cook for 4 minutes per side. Set aside
when done (off heat.) In a small pot, bring water to boil. Add penne
pasta and cook for 10-13 minutes. Drain when done. Toss in a small
amount of butter and parsley (or chives) and set chicken on top.

You can vary this meal with fish, beef, or pork. It lends itself to
vegetable medleys, too.

The Ranger