Top 21+ Lazy One-Pot Dinner Recipes We’ll Never Stop Making

From slow cooker soups to our favorite dump dinners, these meals are a lazy cook's dream.

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

Easy cleanup is just one of the advantages of a one-pot (or one-skillet) meal. When all the ingredients cook together, their flavors meld beautifully. Plus, you can usually walk away from the stove for a bit and get something else done. Feeding a crowd or just a few? Most one-pot meals are easy to cut in half or double, depending on how many people you need to feed.

These 21 meals all come together in the same pot, and as a bonus, most of them are considered comfort food—perfect for chilly fall and winter dinners.

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Ground Beef and Rice Skillet

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"My family of 4 gobbled it right up. no leftovers. Made as written. Served with corn tortillas, green onions, cilantro and hot taco sauce. Differently a winner." —mkeefer10

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One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"I made this ham and pasta dish last night and my family devoured it. It is a simple, comforting dish requiring no special culinary techniques and minimal pots and pans to clean afterwards." —Penny

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Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"This one-pot tomato chicken and white beans dish is reminiscent of Tuscan white beans. Crispy, tender chicken thighs sit on top of creamy white beans and cherry tomatoes in a flavorful white wine sauce." —Juliana Hale

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Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"An easy and awesome recipe that our family loves. Like others, I use a can of cream of chicken soup instead of two cans of broth so that it is a bit creamier." —FluffyScale6095

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Spicy Vegan Chili

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"Very good! It's become one of my staple dishes. I like adding chipotle powder for more flavor; it adds a great twist." —pierrotpab

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One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"Quick, tasty and creative. :) The recipe is clear and easy to follow." —Dawn Panda

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Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

This cheesy white bean and tomato bake is a one-skillet dish that begins with plain canned white beans. Add just a few simple things to turn them saucy and fragrant with a golden cheese crust.

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One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"This was delicious. An easy weeknight dinner came together fast. The only real effort was slicing the meat. We will make this again." —sterr004

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One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"This one-pot tomato sausage pasta could not be more family-friendly. It features minimal prep and cleanup, and is ready in well under an hour. Simmering the pasta directly in marinara sauce makes a thick, hearty dish." —LaDonna Langwell

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Polish Cabbage Roll Soup

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"Chef John's cabbage roll soup tastes exactly like Polish-style cabbage rolls, because it has all the same ingredients. This delicious and comforting one-pot soup satisfies the exact same craving, but involves a fraction of the work." —Chef John

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One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"This stick of butter shrimp and orzo is a one-pot dinner that begins on the stovetop with creamy, cheesy orzo, that is topped with shrimp and finished in the oven. And yes, there is a whole stick of butter in the dish." —Nicole McLaughlin

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One-Pot Chicken Stew

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"This one-pot chicken stew recipe was so good that I had to write the recipe down. This would be excellent with crusty bread and a bright green salad." —Gillian

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Shipwreck Casserole

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"This shipwreck casserole might not be pretty, but it is a tasty, busy-night, kid-friendly meal. The prep time is generally limited to how fast your can opener works and how hard it is to unwrap your meat. The big bonus is that it's a complete one-pot meal!" —Bcsgibson

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Dublin Coddle

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"Coddle is tasty Irish one-pot dish made with layers of sliced potatoes, Irish bacon, and sausages. It is one of my favorite stews and always reminds me of cold winter nights in our flat in Ballymun, Dublin." —wsf

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One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"This is the first cheeseburger pasta recipe that actually tasted like cheeseburger and pasta!!! Excellent! Easy and delicious!!" —CalmBean2787

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One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"One of the easiest pasta dishes to make. Easily doubled too. I have subbed spinach and rapini for the arugula. I have made it a habit to add sliced mushrooms as well." —Monica

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Classic Goulash

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"This was absolutely delicious!!!!! I did use Rotel tomatoes though so it had a tiny kick!" —Judy McCool

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Texas Cowboy Stew

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"I halved the recipe, but there was still a ton. I think this stew is delicious. Very filling and I love the flavor. I used fresh veggies rather than frozen, although I did use canned corn." —Marcie Volkman Sabina

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One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"Such a delicious recipe. I made dinner in 25 minutes. SO easy and it is a keeper." —Terry Ballard

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Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"Quick and easy to make. Great flavor and great for picky kiddos! We used regular milk instead of almond milk and it worked well." —CoralWrap1150

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Chicken Bog

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet, One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta, Creamy Tomato Chicken and White Beans, Six Can Chicken Tortilla Soup, Spicy Vegan Chili, One-Pot Hamburger Adobo Dinner, Cheesy White Bean and Tomato Bake, One-Pot Cajun Chicken and Sausage Alfredo Pasta, One-Pot Tomato Sausage Pasta, Polish Cabbage Roll Soup, One Pot Lemon Chicken Stick of Butter Shrimp and Orzo, One-Pot Chicken Stew, Shipwreck Casserole, Dublin Coddle, One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta, One-Pan Orecchiette Pasta, Classic Goulash, Texas Cowboy Stew, One-Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff, Easy One-Pot Chicken Alfredo, Chicken Bog

"I never knew how to make this until I tried this recipe. Boy oh boy is it good! It's my kids' favorite. I do put a splash of Texas Pete in mine, but other than that, I follow this to a T." —ricki0425

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