Easy slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes for each day of the year
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 »
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 »