Thanks to all who entered to win the cute slow cooker. Because of you I ended up going from #22 on the list to #12!!! It was so fun for me to read all about what your favorite gift to give this Christmas was. The winner is... Cheryl who said: "I am most excited to give gifts I am … Read More »
Slow Cooker Garlic Chicken and Veggies
Makes 4 servings 4 bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed and trimmed (or boneless, skinless chicken thighs)4 large red potatoes, cut into small wedges (about 8 per potato)1 large carrot, thinly sliced2 Tbsp olive oil2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice1 Tbsp minced garlic 2 tsp dried oreganoSalt and … Read More »
Top 10 Most Viewed Recipes in 2011
Happy (almost) New Year everyone! Here are the Top 10 Most Viewed Recipes on my blog this year: #10: Slow Cooker Turkey Breast #9: Slow Cooker Apple Crisp #8: Creamy Black Bean Salsa Chicken #7: Garlic Lime Chicken #6: Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms #5: Honey … Read More »
Kitchen Tip Tuesday: Use your crock pot as a candle warmer!
A new use for your little dipper crock-pot! Use it as a candle warmer. It's flameless, smokeless and it works great. Put your favorite smelling candle in your little slow cooker and turn it on warm (or just plug in, if it doesn't have a knob). Pretty soon your whole house … Read More »
Slow Cooker Strawberry French Toast Casserole
Makes 6 servings 10 slices of bread, cubed and toasted (I put mine in the oven to toast)1 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup flour1 tsp vanilla6 eggs1/2 cup strawberry jam (I used this recipe)Powdered sugar and cinnamon 1. Line your slow cooker with a foil collar (see instructions below). Then … Read More »
Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup
Makes 6 servings 1/2 cup onion3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 tsp allspice1/4 tsp dried thyme1 bay leaf1 (2-3 lb) butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cubed2 tsp chicken bouillon granules2 cups waterSalt and pepper 1. Combine onion, garlic, allspice and thyme in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave … Read More »
Merry Christmas Giveaway!
Less than a week until Christmas everyone! Are you freaking out yet? This year has been a great one for me. I love my life and my blog. I will have a big announcement in the new year, so stay posted for that. But for now let's do a fun giveaway. I spotted this cutest slow … Read More »
Recipe for Slow Cooker Easy Pad Thai with Turkey (or beef, chicken or whatever you want)
Makes 4 servings 1 lb ground turkey 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice 2 Tbsp fish sauce 2 Tbsp rice vinegar 2 tsp sugar 1 (14 oz) can bean sprouts, drained 2 packages of ramen noodles or rice noodles Extra lime slices, cilantro and peanuts 1. Combine the … Read More »
12 Days of Crock-Pot!
Over at Today's Mama I'm doing the 12 days of Christmas...crock-pot style! I'll be featuring 12 great recipes to use this time of year for parties and holiday dinners. Here are the links to the first 3 days...1st day of Christmas2nd day of Christmas3rd day of Christmas … Read More »
Recipe for Slow Cooker White Bean and Chicken Chili
Makes 6-8 servings 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces 2 small green peppers, seeded and diced 1 cup diced onion 1 tsp cumin 2 tsp canola/vegetable oil 2 (15.5 oz) cans Great Northern beans 1 1/2 cups tomatillo salsa or salsa verde 2 cups water 2 tsp … Read More »