Easy slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes for each day of the year
*This is a recipe update from Day 7 of my blog way back in February of 2009! It didn't even have a picture. This is a great beginner slow cooker recipe! Enjoy the updated recipe and photos. This is a very easy version of a family-friendly lasagna. By using spaghetti sauce … Read More »
Hi! Today I'm pleased to be writing a book review for my virtual friend (ha ha), Hope Comerford. She's the author of the blog, A Busy Mom's Slow Cooker Adventures. And she's recently had a cookbook published that's called Slow Cooker Recipes: 10 Ingredients or Less and Gluten-Free. … Read More »
My daughter said to me the other day, "Mom, I can't wait until it gets cold, so we can drink hot chocolate!" I don't really like the cold, but sipping yummy hot chocolate or cider is a definitely a bright spot during the gloomy winter! There is a new, delicious cookbook out my Laura … Read More »
This recipe for slow cooker Thai peanut chicken is perfect for any day of the week! I loved the red pepper and the fresh lime juice along with the creamy peanut sauce. It all complemented each other very well. I added zucchini into the mix but if you don't have any you can leave it … Read More »
I've lived in my home for an entire year but haven't yet decorated my room. It's been on my list of things to do for a while, so I finally figured I'd tackle it! I tried to keep things on a tight budget...so when I saw a free door I snatched it up. I decided to use it as a … Read More »
If you're looking for a meatless meal that will keep you satisfied and happy look no further. This recipe for slow cooker quinoa and black bean stuffed peppers is so so so yummy. I was so happy with how it turned out and even my meat-loving husband paid me a compliment...something like … Read More »
So my family's new favorite thing to eat is quinoa, believe it or not. My kids and husband love it. I love trying it in new ways. This recipe for slow cooker tomatillo quinoa, so far, is my favorite way to eat it. The fresh tomatillo salsa infuses it with flavor and if you … Read More »
Hi Everyone! I feel especially optimistic today. I just love September! I think it is my favorite month. The weather is cooling a bit (but not too much, yet), the kids are back in school, things just seem really great. What about you? What is your favorite … Read More »
Now that the weather is cooling and kids are back in school, crock pots are being pulled out of the pantry and put to good use again! Make your life a little easier by knowing exactly what you are going to make for dinner each and every day for a whole month! This meal plan uses a theme … Read More »
This recipe for slow cooker creamy chicken and peppers with orzo was one that I kind of just made up as I went along, choosing from whatever I had in the fridge and pantry. It turned out really flavorful and yummy and the crock was licked clean (my husband went searching in the fridge for more … Read More »