Easy slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes for each day of the year
Makes 6 servings 1 1/2 lbs beef chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat and quartered 1 (14 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1/2 tsp Shirley J beef bouillon or 3 tsp regular beef bouillon granules 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 … Read More »
Every slow cooker seems to have a hot spot in it. It is usually on the side opposite of the controls, or somewhere on the back part. From now on notice where food sticks on and gets crusty. Then use a foil collar to prevent burning and sticking. I like to use foil collars when I make a … Read More »
Here is an interview I did about my cookbook. Do I talk out of the side of my mouth? No one ever told me. … Read More »
Happy Friday, everyone! I've got a busy weekend of soccer and a book signing that I'm looking forward to. If you'd like to come see me I'll be at the Salt Lake City Costco ( 1818 South 300 West) from 11-1 on Saturday April 21st. Remember MOTHER'S DAY is coming up on May 13th. … Read More »
There’s always a reason to celebrate food and April is no exception. It’s National Grilled Cheese month — and it’s spurring all sorts of creative and tasty ideas in the blog world. Fillings to include in grilled cheese sandwiches range from fruit to pork to green-bean casserole! One thing is sure: … Read More »
For the past few weeks I've been writing short articles in the Deseret News about different food blogs and what they are featuring. For example: Four easy weeknight dinners, Girl Scout Cookies, Easter treats, and From-scratch recipes I take all my ideas from the food blogs … Read More »
Makes 4-6 servings 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into chunks 8 oz cooked ham, sausage or kielbasa (use what you prefer and what you have on hand) 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1 Tbsp dried minced onion 1/2 cup water 1/2 tsp chicken bouillon … Read More »
In the last few weeks I've had 3 different people e-mail me and ask, "I need a new slow cooker. What kind should I buy?" This is what I've told them: I personally have several different sizes and I have the Rival Crock-Pot, Hamilton Beach, KitchenAid, Salad Master, GE and CoolCooker … Read More »
Today we're flashing back to October 2009 when I made this root beer pulled pork recipe. I made it again the other day for the KSL morning show and thought I would share it with you again. It's a bit sweet and a good recipe if you're going to be gone all day. Cook the pork until … Read More »
Red Beans and Rice by www.slowcookerfromscratch.com We all know that processed foods aren’t the best choice; the preservatives and ingredients that go into these foods can compromise our health and possibly our budgets. Many food blogs solve these issues by providing “from scratch” recipes that … Read More »