After doing a little bit of research (by little bit, I mean going to google, typing 5 words in the search bar and opening the first 2 links) I have found out why chicken breasts aren't the best choice of meat to cook in your slow cooker (see my previous post about the Greek chicken). … Read More »
BYU Alumni Association Article
The BYU alumni association did a little article about me...if you're interested in reading it here it is. … Read More »
Slow Cooker Barbecue Vinaigrette Chicken
Serves 4 4 Bone-in chicken thighs1 cup barbecue sauce2 T Worcestershire sauce2 T brown sugar1/4 cup Kraft Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing Place chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker. Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl and pour over the chicken. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or on … Read More »
Revisiting some oldies but goodies
Last year, I really only tried every recipe I did one time. I'm going back lately and catching up on some that I loved the first time. Last week I made Day 311 Cranberry Raisin Steel Cut Oats it was delicious the second time as well. I put them in my slow cooker at about 11:45 pm and turned it to … Read More »
Slow Cooker Texas Caviar Recipe (with dried beans and wheat berries)
30 servings (or about 2 if you're like me and my husband) 1/2 yellow onion 1 green bell pepper, chopped finely 1 bunch green onions, chopped finely 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped finely 1 T minced garlic 2-3 fresh tomatoes on the vine, finely 1 (8 oz) bottle zesty Italian … Read More »
Shirley J Class Recap
This article was posted on the shirley j blog about the slow cooking class I did a few weeks ago. Stay tuned for more info on slow cooking classes. … Read More »
Thai Beef Curry
Serves 42 T sesame oil2 garlic cloves, minced1 tsp Shirley J onion seasoning or 2 tsp onion powder1 lb beef cross rib roast, cut into small bite-sized pieces2 large potatoes, cut into cubes3 T Thai red curry paste (I used mild)1 tsp sugar1 (14 oz) can coconut milkDiced tomatoesPeanutsHeat oil in … Read More »
Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime (Brown) Rice
Serves 6Half of a yellow onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced3 cups water1 1/2 cups brown rice1 T chicken bouillon (if using Shirley J, use half this much)1 cup chopped cilantro1 tsp cumin1 can diced green chiles (I used mild)1/2 T lime juice1/4 tsp saltAdd all the ingredients except the cilantro … Read More »
Cookbook Winner
I picked a winner. And it wasn't a random drawing. It started out that way. I tried to pick a winner from random.org but it ended up being someone who left a comment anonymously and didn't leave an email address. I hate when that happens! So then I decided to pick the entry that made me laugh the … Read More »
Cookbook Giveaway!
I think it's time for another cookbook giveaway!Just do 10 jumping jacks and then leave a comment and you'll be entered to win. :) I'll pick a winner in a week. … Read More »