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August 13, 2012

Recipe for Monster Cookies

I'm headed to a family reunion today and these are what I'm bringing.  A massive batch of monster cookies.  I know this isn't a slow cooker recipe but this is one of my favorite cookies (and cookie doughs) of ALL time.  It does make A LOT though, so you may want to halve the … Read More »

August 10, 2012

Recipe for Tomatillo Chicken Tortilla Casserole in the Slow Cooker

Makes 6 servings 3-4 cups tomatillo chicken mixture 1 (14 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 (13.75 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or you could probably use cream of chicken) 1 (5oz) can evaporated milk 1 cup salsa About 3 (7 inch) flour tortillas (I used whole wheat), cut into … Read More »

August 9, 2012

Recipe Highlight from Archives Past: Cashew Chicken

This delicious, yet fairly simple recipe remains one of my family's favorites to this day.  If you love Asian food, you'll appreciate this recipe. … Read More »

August 7, 2012

What I’ve been doing instead of blogging..

BEFORE AFTER As I've mentioned before, we've been in the process of moving it seems like since MAY!  I've been all out of sorts this whole summer.  Hence, my lack of posting.  Here is one project that I did last week.  Now that things are pulling together a bit I will try to … Read More »

August 7, 2012

Slow Cooker Recipe for Creamy Mushroom and Bacon Chicken

 Makes 6 servings 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of fat 3/4 cup chopped onion 1 (0.7 oz) packet Good Seasons Italian salad dressing and recipe mix 1 Tbsp oil (I used canola) 1 Tbsp tomato paste 2 tsp minced garlic 4 oz chopped mushrooms 1/4 cup bacon bits 1/2 cup sour … Read More »

July 31, 2012

Recipe for Saucy Salsa Chicken (5-ingredient slow cooker meal)

Makes 4-6 servings 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of fat (I threw mine in frozen) 2 cups picante sauce or salsa (I like mild, but use whatever your taste buds can handle) 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp ground coriander  2 tsp chili powder 1. … Read More »

July 29, 2012

The most beautiful sight in the world…

Well, maybe not the world.  But it looks pretty awesome to me. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you my new pantry.  A place for every crock and every crock in its place.   Boom.  How'd you like that? … Read More »

July 20, 2012

Recipe Highlight from Archives Past: Caramel Chocolate Cake

GAH!  This cake is so delicious.  I found it way back in the archives--April 09.  I still love it and want to make it right now!  I definitely need to make it again and take a better picture!!   … Read More »

July 19, 2012

Recipe Highlight from Archives Past: Cafe Rio Chicken

This is one of my most searched recipes.  Because let's admit it Cafe Rio is seriously delicious and making a faux cafe rio in your own home is pretty awesome for dinner parties.   … Read More »

July 18, 2012

Recipe Highlight from Archives Past: Thai Peanut Chicken

This is another delicious 5 star recipe that features a peanut sauce with zucchini.  What a great way to use your fresh zucchini.  Throw it in the slow cooker and enjoy your afternoon at the pool. … Read More »

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