Easy slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes for each day of the year
Makes 6-8 servings Ideal slow cooker size: 5 quart 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 3/4 cup shredded carrot 2 1/2 cups cubed russet potatoes (if you want it really potato-y then put in 3-4 cups) 1/2 cup real bacon bits, divided 1/2 red bell … Read More »
Makes 6 servings 1 lb Italian sausage, (if you don't like it too spicy than get mild) 1 medium onion, diced 6 garlic cloves, minced 2 bay leaves 6 cups water 6 tsp chicken bouillon granules or 3 tsp Shirley J chicken bouillon 2 cups lentils 1 (14 oz) can petite diced tomatoes 1 … Read More »
Yum-O! These Asian chicken wraps with peanut sauce would hit the spot for a lunch or dinner. I like the crunch of the coleslaw and the kick of the Sriracha sauce. Wrap in whole wheat tortillas for a healthy meal! … Read More »
Click here to check out this post of healthy slow cooker meal ideas. Enjoy! … Read More »
Makes 8 servings Ideal slow cooker size:  4-6 quart 1 Tbsp olive oil 2 lbs Jones Creek All-Natural Grass-Fed chuck roast,, cut into 1 ½ inch cubes ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon 1 (10.75 oz) can beef consommé 1 onion, diced 4 carrots, sliced 3 celery ribs, sliced 1 Tbsp tomato paste 2 … Read More »
Happy New Year!!! Another year has come and gone! Welcome, 2013. 2012 was awesome for me personally and for 365 Days of Slow Cooking. I have had a lot of awesome things happen this year: 1. I've been writing this blog for almost 4 years now. 2012 was the best year … Read More »
Check out this video clip from my appearance on Fresh Living today. Yum! I want that soup right now :) … Read More »
YUM! This dip is amazing, serves a ton of people and is just as good as the stuff you get at a restaurant. Make it for your holiday festivities your guests will love it, I promise. Click here for the recipe. … Read More »
Things You Need: 1 Jar 1 1/2 cups powdered milk 1/2 cup + 1 1/2 Tbsp cocoa powder 1/2 cup + 1 1/2 Tbsp white sugar 1/2 tsp salt Marshmallows Ribbon Printable for lid (see below) 1. Add powdered milk to bottom of jar. Next layer the cocoa, sugar and salt. Finally add the … Read More »
Makes 8 servings 1 ½ lbs red potatoes, cubed (with or without skin) 2 cups sliced leeks 6 cups chicken broth 2 tsp garlic powder ½ cup flour, sifted 1 cup crumbled cooked bacon, divided 3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese Salt and pepper 1. Place potato cubes, leeks, … Read More »