Easy slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes for each day of the year
Although this recipe sounds weird, it is delicious. Out of all the recipes I've made, I've probably made this one the most. My husband loves it and it makes us both feel healthy. It is a good side dish for dinner or perfect for breakfast. The wheat is chewy, the apples are … Read More »
Makes 6 servings Ideal slow cooker size: 5 quart 1 lb cooked and cubed turkey 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 1 Tbsp tomato paste 1 Tbsp garlic powder 4 cups chicken broth 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp chili powder 1 (7 oz) can sliced jalapenos, drained and chopped (if you don't love … Read More »
Makes 6 servings Ideal slow cooker size: 3-5 quart Pork: 2 to 2 1/2 lbs lean pork country style ribs 4 garlic cloves, peeled 1/2 small onion, chopped 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/4 tsp ground thyme 1 Tbsp kosher salt 1/4 cup water 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup Sprite (or other similar … Read More »
I've been holding some information close to my chest since I found out 2 weeks ago. And I've been about to burst because of it! In November, I heard about a contest called Reynolds Real Moms (you know like Reynolds wrap and slow cooker liners and oven bags) It was all about how I use … Read More »
If you can still find cranberries at your grocery store, make this cake. I love the tart cranberries with the sweet cake. So good. Make it in the oven if you prefer or if you're feeling adventurous, try it in your crock pot! … Read More »
Hey, we're 17 days into 2013 and I'm pretty certain all of us have blown our new year's resolutions. So would it hurt if you made one or all of these delicious party appetizers?? I think not. Make these recipes on the day of the big game ahead of time and then when it's party … Read More »
Makes 6 servings Ideal slow cooker size: 5 quart 1 lb ground turkey 1 medium onion, diced 1 (26 oz) jar/can of your favorite spaghetti sauce 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes, with juice 4 oz mushrooms, sliced 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese (or ricotta) + 1 Tbsp flour (stir the flour into … Read More »
If you've read my blog lately, you probably have noticed that I have used chicken bouillon a lot in my soup recipes. It's convenient, takes up little room in my pantry and is much cheaper than broth. Many have asked "can you substitute chicken broth for bouillon and vice versa?" What … Read More »
Makes 6 servings Ideal slow cooker size: 3-4 quart 1/2 lb dried white beans (about 1 cup) 1 head garlic, peeled 1 bay leaf 6 1/2 cups water 1 tsp dried ground sage 3 tsp chicken bouillon granules or 1 1/2 tsp shirley j bouillon (or vegetable bouillon if you want it vegetarian) 1 … Read More »
There are some things that cannot and should not be make in a slow cooker (sad, but true). One of those is pizza. Pizza should be have a crunchy, crispy crust and be served hot straight from the oven. Lately, I've been trying to incorporate a pizza night into each week (inspired by … Read More »