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February 17, 2012

Slow Cooker Shells and Cheese

Makes 6 servings 3 cups water 1 cup Shirley J White Cheddar Soup Base 1/2 tsp minced garlic 1/2 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp ground mustard 1 cup grated medium or sharp cheddar cheese 3 cups whole wheat pasta shells 1/4 cup bread crumbs 1.  In a saucepan combine the water and soup base and … Read More »

February 15, 2012

Channel 2 News Segment…Whole Wheat Lasagna

I was on the channel 2 noon news today demonstrating the whole wheat lasagna and promoting the new book.  Check out the video here. … Read More »

February 15, 2012

Slow Cooker Tarragon Chicken with Mushroom Cream Sauce

5 bone-in thighs, skin removed (or boneless skinless thighs but not chicken breasts) 1 cup finely diced green peppers 2 cups chopped baby bella mushrooms (you could also use white button mushrooms and I'm sure it would be fine) 1 small onion, diced  1/2 tsp dried thyme 1 tsp dried tarragon … Read More »

February 10, 2012

Recipe for Slow Cooker No Stick Steel-Cut Oats Breakfast

Add your favorite toppings...I did apples and bananas. Click HERE for this great technique and recipe! … Read More »

February 9, 2012

Slow Cooker Mexican Rice with Black Beans and Corn

Makes 6 servings 1 cup diced onion 2 large garlic cloves, diced 1 Tbsp tomato paste 1 Tbsp oil 1 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp cumin 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup frozen corn 1 (10.75) can tomato soup 1 cup instant brown rice Salt and pepper Cheese Cilantro Sour … Read More »

February 8, 2012

Making desserts in a slow cooker

Check out the article in the Deseret News today about making desserts in the slow cooker! … Read More »

February 8, 2012

Recipe for Slow Cooker Asian-inspired Shredded Beef and Rice

2 to 2 1/2 lbs chuck roast (mine was partially thawed...if yours is still somewhat frozen add 1-2 hours to the cooking time) 1/4 cup brown sugar 3 Tbsp soy sauce 1/2 cup diced onion 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar (plus more for serving) 1 Tbsp sesame oil 1 tsp freshly grated ginger 1 packed Tbsp … Read More »

February 8, 2012

Cookbook Available for Pre-order

My cookbook is available now for pre-order at least on one website!  Click here to pre-order it.  As I get more information I'll be sure to share it with you. … Read More »

February 6, 2012

Enter to win $1000 and Kitchen Aid Slow Cooker

I'm so excited about this contest!!!  You better believe I'll be entering.  If you have some great original slow cooker recipes, you need to enter too.  What is there to lose? WHAT:  DinnerTool.com’s “Slow Cooker Showdown” Recipe Contest Home cooks everywhere are invited to … Read More »

February 3, 2012

Slow Cooker Maple-Dijon Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Makes 4-6 servings 1 lb Brussels sprouts 3 Tbsp butter, cut into 6 pieces 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 1 Tbsp maple syrup 1/4 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp black pepper 1/4 cup water 1.  Wash and trim sprouts and then cut each one in half. 2.  Place sprouts in the slow cooker. 3. … Read More »

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