There’s nothing like waking up on a dreary freezing cold morning with a warm hearty breakfast waiting on you! Crock Pot Steel Cut Oatmeal fits the bill perfectly. I love that it can be started at bedtime and ready to eat when you wake up, which saves time in the mornings! Steel Cut Oats are […]
Crock Pot Root Beer Chicken Recipe
Crock Pot Root Beer Chicken is one of those meals you can literally throw into the crock pot and walk away! This is one of our chicken recipes that is great for days you’ll be busy all day or working. Prepare it before you leave and when you get home, you’ll be met with an […]
Holiday Weenies
Holiday Weenies are always a hit and something that is easy to make. You can even add just bbq sauce if you prefer to make them super easy! Holiday Weenies Ingredients 1Chopped Onion 2 T. Butter 1 1/2 C. Ketchup 1/2 C. White Vinegar 2 t. Paprika 2 t. Dry Mustard 2 t. Worcestershire Sauce […]
Vegetarian Slow Cooker Recipes and Tips
When you think of slow cookers, you may think they are only good for meat. While it’s true that slow cookers are wonderful at cooking meats, they are actually great for vegetarian dishes. In fact, if you eat a lot of whole grains and legumes, the slow cooker is ideal. Here are some vegetarian slow […]
Tips and Tricks for Successful Slow Cooking
Slow cookers are a wonderful way to have food “cook itself.” If you’re not used to using one, knowing some tips and tricks for successful slow cooking ahead of time can help reduce the learning curve. Even if you do use your slow cooker frequently, it’s nice to expand your recipe collection!! Take a step […]
Holiday Recipes for Your Slow Cooker
A slow cooker can be a great asset during the busy holiday season. You can make no-fuss meals that are easily transported to parties or potlucks, and you can have a dish ready ahead of time (or cooking while you’re getting ready) if you’re having people over. You can even make holiday beverages in your […]
Making Dessert with Your Slow Cooker
Did you know you can cook desserts in your slow cooker? You can even make desserts that are typically baked, like layered bars. Slow cooking desserts is one of my favorite ways to use the slow cooker in the summer time. Here are some tips and recipes for making dessert with your slow cooker. 1. Pudding […]
Slow Cooker Cooking Times
As you have probably noticed, not every food or dish has the same cooking time in your slow cooker. Not everything is intended to cook all day, nor is everything finished in just a few hours. Here are some general slow cooker cooking times. Just experiment with your own cooker because they all vary at […]
Choosing Recipes for Your Slow Cooker
You may have a slow cooker or crockpot that you just haven’t used much, or maybe you would like to get one but aren’t sure what you can cook in it. And if you do have a slow cooker, you might have just a few favorite dishes you cook in it and that’s it. Well, […]
Baking in Your Slow Cooker
Baking in your slow cooker is much easier than baking in your oven, especially in the summer time. It uses less energy and is a cheaper alternative than using your oven. I tend to bake a lot more in the fall and winter months, so I actually own two slow cookers so I can cook supper […]
