Easy slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes for each day of the year
Image credit Makes 8 servings 2 lbs cooking apples (usually a tart variety), peeled and sliced (about 6 med apples) 2/3 c old-fashioned oats 2/3 c flour 2/3 c packed light brown sugar 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 cup butter, not margarine 1. Add sliced apples to slow … Read More »
Makes 6 servings 6 potatoes, peeled and cubed 6 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 cup dried onion, or one medium onion, chopped 2 tbsp olive oil 1. Combine all ingredients in slow cooker 2. Cook on low 5-6 hours, or until potatoes are soft but not turning brown Per serving: 220 calories, 4.5 … Read More »
I didn't know if you could cook brown rice in a slow cooker so I decided to try it. I put 3 cups water and 1 1/2 cups brown rice. I set it on low and it took about 3 hours to cook. It turned out great! I do have a big 6 quart crockpot, so it may take longer to cook in a smaller size. … Read More »
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, but into 3/4 inch pieces1 can (14 oz) quartered artichokes, drained1 jar (16 oz) alfredo pasta sauce1 cup water1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)3 cups uncooked medium egg noodles (5 oz)2 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese 1. In 3-4 quart slow cooker, … Read More »
Makes 8 servings (ideal slow cooker size: 3 quart) 1 cup fat free cottage cheese 4 egg whites 1 cup sugar 3/4 cup fat free or 2% milk 1 tsp vanilla 2 3/4 cups reduced fat buttermilk baking mix 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries 1/2 tsp orange zest 1. Combine all ingredients in a … Read More »
8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2 lb), skin removed 3/4 cup hot chunky-style salsa 1/4 cup peanut butter 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon grated gingerroot 1/4 cup chopped peanuts 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1. In 3 1/2 to 6 quart slow cooker, place … Read More »
This is a guest post by my Romanian friend Ioana. A tidbit about her...when she was growing up in Romania she trained to be a professional ballerina! This looks tasty and very interesting. Thanks Ioana! Bavarian Dinner 2 27-oz. cans Bavarian style sauerkraut2 lbs of Polish kielbasa sausage, … Read More »
2 lbs uncooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1/2 lb fresh mushrooms1 bell pepper, chopped1 medium sized onion, chopped12 oz can low sodium chopped tomatoes6 oz can low sodium tomato paste12 oz can low sodium tomato sauce1/2 tsp dried oregano1/2 tsp dried basil1/2 tsp garlic powder1/2 tsp … Read More »
Makes 6 servings 1 lb lean ground beef 1 cup onions, chopped 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped 16 oz can pinto or kidney beans, rinsed and drained 10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chilies 1 cup water 1 tsp chili powder 16 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 … Read More »
This is a guest post by Chandie, mother of 3 boys! She is so cute and enthusiastic...love her! This looks fantastic and easy, with simple ingredients that I usually have on hand. Thanks, Chandie! 4 large or 6 small chicken breasts1 small or regular bottle salsa (depending on how saucy you like … Read More »