Thursday, January 23, 2014

Cranberry Corned Beef Crockpot Recipe

Cranberry Corned Beef Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 5 larger carrots, cut into 3-inch pieces
* 1 large onion, cut into 6 wedges
* 1 corned beef brisket with spice packet, trimmed of fat (approximately 4 lbs.)
* 1 can of whole berry cranberry sauce (14 oz.)
* 1 can of jellied cranberry sauce
* 1 box of onion soup mix (2 packages)
* 1/2 cup of sour cream
* 4 teaspoons of prepared horseradish
* 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley, if desired
* 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. In crockpot, place carrots and onion. Top with beef. Sprinkle with spices from packet. In medium bowl, mix both cranberry sauces and soup mix; spoon over beef.
* Cover and cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low; cook 8 hours longer or until beef is tender.
* In a small bowl, mix sour cream and horseradish until blended. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
* Remove beef from crockpot to serving platter; cut across grain into thin slices. Spoon carrots and onion around beef. Drizzle with cooking liquid, if desired. Sprinkle with parsley and pepper. Serve with horseradish sauce.

Enjoy

Pulled Pork Sandwiches Crockpot Recipe

Pulled Pork Sandwiches Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 boneless pork loin roast (2 lbs.)
* 1 cup of barbecue sauce
* 1/4 cup of chopped onion
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
* 1/4 teaspoon of salt
* 1/8 teaspoon of pepper
* 16 slices of sourdough bread
* 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped
* 3/4 cup of mayonnaise
* 8 slices of cheddar cheese
* 2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced

Preparation steps:

* Place pork into crockpot. Combine the barbecue sauce, onion, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper; pour over the pork.
* Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or until meat is tender. Remove meat. Shred with two forks and return to crockpot; heat through.
* Place bread on ungreased baking sheets. Broil 4 to 6 inches from the heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
* Combine chipotle pepper and mayonnaise; spread over toast. Spoon 1/2 cup of meat mixture onto each of eight slices of toast. Top with cheese, tomatoes and remaining toast.

Enjoy

Sparerib and Sauerkraut Dinner Crockpot Recipe

Sparerib and Sauerkraut Dinner Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 lb. of fingerling potatoes
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 1 medium Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped
* 3 slices thick-sliced bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
* 1 jar of sauerkraut, undrained (16 oz.)
* 2 lbs. of pork spareribs
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
* 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
* 3 tablespoons of brown sugar
* 1/4 teaspoon of caraway seeds
* 1/2 lb. smoked polish sausage, cut into 1-inch slices
* 1 cup of beer

Preparation steps:

* In crockpot, place the potatoes, onion, apple and bacon. Drain sauerkraut, reserving 1/3 cup of liquid; add sauerkraut and reserved liquid to crockpot.
* Cut spareribs into serving-size portions; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown ribs in batches.
* Transfer to crockpot; sprinkle with brown sugar and caraway seeds. Add sausage; pour in beer. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or until ribs are tender.

Enjoy

Sunday, January 19, 2014

Sweet and Sour Moroccan Lamb Soup Crockpot Recipe

Sweet and Sour Moroccan Lamb Soup Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 3 tablespoons of olive oil
* 1 pound boneless lamb shoulder, trimmed and cut into thin strips
* 1 teaspoon peeled and grated ginger
* 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
* 1 can of peeled plum tomatoes, drained (28 ounces)
* 7 cups of cold water
* 1 large onion, chopped
* 1 bunch fresh cilantro, stemmed, 1/4 cup loosely packed reserved for garnish
* Salt and black pepper
* 1 cup orzo, cooked
* 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
* 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
* 1 cup dates, finely chopped

Preparation steps:

* Heat olive oil in large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Brown lamb on all sides.
* Remove lamb to crockpot and add ginger, turmeric, tomatoes, water, onion, cilantro, salt and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 12 hours or on high for 8 hours.
* Add cooked orzo, lemon juice and cinnamon. Taste and adjust seasonings. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with chopped dates.

Enjoy
(Serves 5)

Friday, January 17, 2014

Italian Sausage Soup Crockpot Recipe

Italian Sausage Soup Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed for Sausage Meatballs:

* 1 pound of mild Italian sausage, casings removed
* 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
* 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus additional for garnish
* 1/4 cup of milk
* 1 egg
* 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil
* 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
* 1/4 teaspoon of garlic salt

Ingredients needed for soup:

* 4 cups of hot chicken broth
* 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
* 1 clove of garlic minced
* 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
* 1/2 cup uncooked mini pasta shells
* 1 bag of baby spinach leaves (10 ounces)

Preparation steps:

* For meatballs, combine sausage, bread crumbs, 1/4 cup of cheese, milk, egg, basil, black pepper and garlic salt in large bowl. Roll into 1/2-inch balls.
* Combine broth, tomato paste, garlic and red pepper flakes in crockpot. Add meatballs. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours.
* Add pasta; cook on low for 30 minutes. Stir in spinach leaves when pasta is tender. Ladle into bowls; sprinkle with additional cheese.

Enjoy
(Serves 5)

Fudge and Cream Pudding Cake Crockpot Recipe

Fudge and Cream Pudding Cake Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
* 1 cup of all-purpose flour
* 3/4 cup of packed light brown sugar
* 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, divided
* 2 teaspoons of baking powder
* 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
* 1/8 teaspoon of salt
* 1 cup of light cream
* 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
* 1 teaspoon of vanilla
* 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
* 1 3/4 cups of hot water
* Whipped cream or ice cream (optional)

Preparation steps:

* Coat inside of crockpot with butter. Combine flour, light brown sugar, 3 tablespoons of cocoa, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in medium bowl. Add cream, oil and vanilla; stir well to combine. Pour batter into crockpot.
* Combine dark brown sugar and remaining 2 tablespoons cocoa in medium bowl. Add hot water; stir well to combine. Pour sauce over cake batter. Do not stir. Cover; cook on high for 2 hours.
* Spoon portions of pudding cake onto plate. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.

Enjoy
(Serves 8 to 10)

Thai Steak Salad Crockpot Recipe

Thai Steak Salad Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed for steak:

* 1/4 cup of soy sauce
* 3 cloves of garlic, minced
* 3 tablespoons of honey
* 1 pound of boneless beef chuck steak, about 3/4 inch thick

Ingredients needed for dressing:

* 1/4 cup of hoisin sauce
* 2 tablespoons of creamy peanut butter
* 1/2 cup of water
* 1 tablespoon of minced fresh ginger
* 1 tablespoon of ketchup or tomato juice
* 2 teaspoons of lime juice
* 1 teaspoon of sugar
* 2 cloves of garlic, minced
* 1/4 teaspoon of hot chili sauce

Ingredients needed for salad:

* 1/2 head of savoy cabbage, shredded
* 1 bag of romaine lettuce with carrots and red cabbage
* 1 cup of fresh cilantro leaves
* 1/2 cup of chopped peanuts
* 3/4 cup of chopped mango
* Fresh lime wedges

Preparation steps:

* Prepare steak: Coat crockpot with nonstick cooking spray. Combine soy sauce, garlic and honey into small bowl. Pour into crockpot. Add steak, turning to coat. Cover; cook on high for 3 hours or until beef is tender.
* Transfer beef to cutting board and let stand for 10 minutes. Slice against the grain into 1/4-inch strips. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until needed.
* Prepare dressing: Blend hoisin sauce and peanut butter until smooth. Add remaining dressing ingredients and mix until well blended.
* Assemble salad: Toss cabbage and romaine salad mixture with dressing in large salad bowl. Top with reserved steak. Sprinkle with cilantro, peanuts and mango. Serve with lime wedge.

Enjoy
(Serves 4 to 6)