The Sixth Member of the Family (the Slow Cooker)

     I am having an emotional affair with a kitchen appliance. I am hopelessly, deeply, and madly in love with my slow cooker. It is reliable, never fails to do what it says it is going to do, makes things better than I ever could, easy, affordable, diverse, works around my schedule, and never complains. I am in love... and so is the rest of my family.  I asked Beautiful Bald Husband what he wanted for dinner this week, and he said "Let's have crock pot week!!" Larger Child chimed in with agreement.  I am not sure if we will have slow cooker meals EVERY day this week, but two or three anyway. How can I argue?
     So, with the confession of my families Undying Love for our crock pot, I would like to share with you one of our favorite slow cooker recipes. Super easy, and DELICIOUS!!

Slow Cooker Black Beans and Sausage
(serves 6)

2 cans black beans, undrained
1 cup chicken broth
1 jar (16 oz) salsa
Salt and pepper to taste
1 package Johnsonville Italian Sausage links, whole (I use mild because of the kids)

Combine ingredients in slow cooker and stir. Make sure sausage is covered by bean mixture and let it cook for 5-6 hours on low. Remove sausage and slice into bite size pieces. Return to slow cooker and continue cooking for another hour.

Serve over rice. Add a dollop of sour cream on top.

HEAVEN.  (Your welcome.)