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March 5, 2015

Slow Cooker Cheesy Pesto and Mushroom Chicken

Slow Cooker Cheesy Pesto and Mushroom Chicken--We had so much fun making our first video "So Easy a Kid Can Do It" with Reagan making the Mexican Orzo that Skyler (my 6 year old) wanted to get in on the action!  Here he is making a super simple but delicious recipe, Slow Cooker Pesto Chicken and … Read More »

March 2, 2015

So Easy a Kid Can Do It: Slow Cooker Mexican Orzo and Black Beans (video)

Hi All! I'm so excited to introduce a new video series that will appear on my blog... Recipes that are SO easy a kid could make it! My 9-year-old daughter, Reagan, is super pumped to star in the very first video!  I think she's got some talent :)  Keep in mind I didn't coach her really at … Read More »

February 27, 2015

Blender Roasted Red Pepper Soup (with video)

Blender Roasted Red Bell Pepper Soup

This Blender Roasted Red Pepper Soup is my favorite soup to make on a whim.  It's perfectly seasoned and the flavor is powerful, but not over the top.  I've made it so many times in the past 2 months because I simply cannot get enough of it! Pin it for later! Today I want to share this soup … Read More »

February 25, 2015

Slow Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup (lightened up and gluten free)

A slow cooker and healthier version of a very popular soup--Broccoli Cheddar Soup.  Because the base of the soup is made of yellow butter potatoes instead of butter, flour and cream this soup is gluten free and lighter than it's original counterpart.  However, it doesn't taste light at all--it … Read More »

February 23, 2015

Slow Cooker General Tso’s Chicken (light and gluten free)

If you're looking for your favorite Chinese food without the fried and breaded part...try this easy slow cooker version of General Tso's Chicken.  The flavor is all there without the grease and calories. I love Chinese food but sometimes I feel so sick after eating it.  It can be really greasy … Read More »

February 20, 2015

White Cheddar Pasta Shells with Corn, Peppers and Avocados

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Horizon Organic. The opinions and text are all mine. Make this easy, cheesy white cheddar macaroni dish for dinner any day of the week. Give it some extra color and flavor with peppers, corn, sliced avocados, black beans, and olives. The … Read More »

February 18, 2015

Slow Cooker Sesame Sriracha Turkey Lettuce Wraps

These ground turkey lettuce wraps have loads of flavor and only 6 ingredients (5 if you don't count salt). They are the perfect low carb, gluten-free meal that couldn't be easier thanks to your slow cooker! I like throwing everything in a magic pot, turning it on and coming back to a cooked … Read More »

February 16, 2015

Slow Cooker Green Chicken Chili with Avocados

This green chili is sure to be one of your favorites.  It has loads of flavor thanks to the base of tomatillos plus lime, cilantro, onions, chipotles and avocados. Add it to your menu this week! You know what's crazy? When leftovers are actually better than the first night you ate the food. … Read More »

February 3, 2015

Make 8 Healthy Slow Cooker Freezer Meals in One Hour!

Make 8 dinners in just one hour!  What is even better than a crockpot meal is a freezer crockpot meal.  All the thinking and prepping is already done.  I love to go to my freezer, pick out a meal, plop it in my slow cooker and turn it on.  This routine is especially … Read More »

February 2, 2015

Slow Cooker Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup with Chicken and Orzo

Best. Soup. Ever. Roasted red pepper soup with chicken and orzo is my new favorite soup!  It's creamy, comforting and bursting with flavor.  Taking a few extra minutes to roast the bell peppers makes all the difference in the world. This recipe happened by accident and I'm so glad that it did. … Read More »

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