Lid Pocket...A hands free solution for that slow cooker lid!

Have you seen this little gadget yet?  It's called a Lid Pocket and it's made specifically for slow cookers.  

What is it for you ask?  

Well, it allows a hands free solution when seasoning, stirring or serving.  

Have you ever wondered where to put the lid of your slow cooker when entertaining?  It's kind of annoying!  Keep your counter top free and clean by attaching this little gadget to the back of your slow cooker.

My favorite part?  It catches all the condensation that builds up on the lid.

Well, if I know you you're probably asking how much it is.

Well it's only $9.99!  That's a pretty good price for something that will come in handy each and every time you serve out of your slow cooker :)

Here's a little bit more info:

• Designed for use with slow cookers
• Holds the slow cooker lid
• Will accommodate most crock rims when the narrowest part of the rim is .75” or less
• Fits 3-QT Round to 8-QT Oval Slow Cookers
• BPA Free
• Food and dishwasher safe
• Built-in reservoir collects condensation
• Stores inside the crock
• Hands-Free solution when seasoning, stirring or serving
• Fits the majority of slow cookers

More ideas for Lid Pocket:

• Hostess Gift
• Super Bowl parties
• Tailgating
• Picnics
• Potlucks
• Parties

To order your Lid Pocket or find out more information visit this website!



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Recipe for Slow Cooker Cheesy Unstuffed Mexican Shells

A creamy, cheesy Mexican pasta dish that is perfect for a large family.  

Makes 6 servings
Ideal slow cooker size 4-5 quart

1 lb ground turkey, ground beef or ground turkey (browned and drained of grease)
3/4 cup diced green bell pepper
2 cups salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 (14 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14 oz) can petite diced tomatoes
1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
1 (8 oz) package of cream cheese, cut into cubes
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or whatever kind you like)
2 cups dry medium shells

1.  Combine meat, green pepper, salsa, cumin, chili powder, black beans, tomatoes, green chiles in slow cooker.
2.  Cover and cook on LOW for about 4 hours.  Give a little stir and add in the cream cheese.  Cover and let the cream cheese melt a bit.
3.  While cream cheese is melting, boil the noodles and cook until al dente.  Drain off water and add to the slow cooker.  Fold the shells in and top with grated cheese.
4.  Turn to high and cook for about 10 minutes until cheese is melted.  Serve and enjoy!

Review:
This is an easy Mexican-style dish that can be catered to your families likes.  For example, I use mild salsa, ground turkey and whole wheat shells.  You can also switch up the beans to pinto, if that's what you have on hand.  Leave out the green pepper if you have kids that are picky.  This can also be made into a casserole and baked in the oven.  Add cooked noodles to ingredients and pile into a 9x13 dish.  Top with grated cheese and cover with foil.  Cook at 350 degrees F for about 30-40 minutes.  3 1/2 stars.



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Kitchen Tip Tuesday: Make Your Own Taco Seasoning...it's healthier and cheaper than the store-bought packets!

There are so many recipes out there that call for a packet of taco seasoning.  What exactly is in that taco seasoning packet?  There are words that I can't pronounce, for sure.  If you want to make your own it is a lot cheaper and you can control exactly what goes into it.  Click HERE for my homemade taco seasoning recipe...I had all the ingredients on hand to make this!



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Recipe for Easy Slow Cooker Italian-Seasoned Potatoes

An easy, flavorful potato side dish that can be prepped in about 5 minutes!

Makes 4 servings (can easily be doubled)
Ideal slow cooker size:  3 quart

3 large yellow potatoes
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp home-made Italian dressing mix*

1.  Scrub potatoes until clean.  Cut potatoes into cubes.  Place in slow cooker.
2.  Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with seasonings.  Use a spoon and turn to coat the potatoes in the oil and seasonings.
3.  Cover and cook on HIGH for about 2-3 hours or on LOW for 4-6 hours or until potatoes are tender  (the yellow potatoes will cook a lot quicker than russet so keep that in mind if you choose a different kind of tater)
4.  Stir the potatoes gently and serve!  (some of the seasonings went to the bottom of my crock so make sure to stir to get all the goodness evenly on the potatoes)

*Homemade Italian Dressing Mix
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 Tbsp sugar
2 Tbsp oregano
1 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp thyme
1 tsp basil
1 Tbsp parsley
2 Tbsp salt
In a airtight container, mix all ingredients and store with lid on tightly.

Review:
Potatoes are a great side dish to most any meal!  This recipe is super super easy especially since I always have the Italian dressing dry mix already prepped.  I like the yellow potatoes for this particular recipe but you could always swap them out with red or russets.  I'll be making this again for sure.  If you're in a hurry, you could oven bake these on a cookie sheet as well.  Probably at about 425 for 20-30 minutes.  4 stars. 



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So so happy to have figured this out!

Check out this awesome tip that is so helpful...especially if you have kids :)

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