Saturday, August 30, 2014

S'mores Fondue Crockpot Recipe

S'mores Fondue Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 ounces of semisweet chocolate chips
* 1/2 jar of marshmallow crème (about 3 ounces)
* 3 tablespoons half-and-half
* 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla
* 1/2 cup of mini marshmallows
* Bananas, strawberries, chocolate covered pretzels, graham crackers and sliced apples

Preparation steps:

* Combine chocolate chips, marshmallow crème and half-and-half in medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 2 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla.
* Coat crockpot with nonstick cooking spray. Fill with warm fondue. Sprinkle with marshmallows and serve with fruit, pretzels and graham crackers.

Enjoy

Salsa and Goat Cheese Dip Crockpot Recipe

Salsa and Goat Cheese Dip Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 1/4 cups of salsa
* 2 ounces of goat cheese crumbles
* 2 tablespoons of coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
* Tortilla chips

Preparation steps:

* Bring salsa to a boil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
* Coat crockpot with nonstick cooking spray. Fill with heated salsa. Sprinkle with goat cheese and cilantro. Do not stir.

Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!

Stuffed Baby Bell Peppers Crockpot Recipe

Stuffed Baby Bell Peppers Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil
* 1/2 medium onion, chopped
* 1/2 pound ground beef, chicken or turkey
* 1/2 cup of cooked white rice
* 1 tablespoon of dried dill weed
* 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
* 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, divided
* 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
* 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1 bag of yellow and red baby bell peppers (16 to 18 peppers)
* 1/4 cup of vegetable, chicken or beef broth

Preparation steps:

* Heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
* Add ground meat and cook, stirring to break up meat, until cooked through and lightly browned. Drain meat and transfer to a large bowl. Add rice, dill weed, parsley, 1 1/2 teaspoons of tomato paste, lemon juice, pepper and salt. Mix well until combined. Set aside.
* Cut a small slit in the side of each baby bell pepper and run under cold water to wash out seeds. Fill each pepper with 2 to 3 teaspoons of seasoned meat. Place peppers into crockpot, slit side up. Add broth and remaining tomato paste.
* Cover and cook on low for 5 hour or on high for 2 1/2 hours.

Serve hot and enjoy
(Serves 16 to 18)

Spicy Asian Carrot Soup Crockpot Recipe

Spicy Asian Carrot Soup Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 cups of sliced carrots (about 6 large)
* 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
* 3 cloves of garlic, cut in half
* 1 piece gingerroot, peeled and sliced (1 inch)
* 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
* 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
* 2 teaspoons of honey
* 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
* 4 cups of vegetable broth
* 1 cup half-and-half
* Chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. In crockpot, place all ingredients except half-and-half and cilantro; stir well.
* Cover and cook on low for 8 1/2 hours or until carrots are very tender.
* Carefully ladle 4 1/2 cups soup mixture into blender. Cover; blend on low speed until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with the remaining soup mixture. Return soup to the crockpot. Stir in 1/2 cup of the half-and-half. Increase heat to high. Cover and cook for 20 minutes longer.
* Ladle soup into serving bowls. To garnish, drizzle about 1 tablespoon of the remaining half-and-half over the top of each bowl; swirl gently with tip of knife.
* Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Chicken and Stuffing Crockpot Recipe

Chicken and Stuffing Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* Salt and pepper
* 4 slices of Swiss cheese
* 2 cans of cream of chicken, celery or mushroom soup, undiluted (10 oz. each)
* 1 can of chicken broth (14 ounces)
* 3 cups of packages stuffing mix
* 1/2 cup of butter, melted (1 stick)

Preparation steps:

* Season chicken with salt and pepper. Place chicken into crockpot. Top each chicken breast with cheese slice. Pour in soup and broth.
* Sprinkle stuffing mix over top; pour melted butter over all in crockpot.
* Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 3 1/2 hours.

Enjoy
(Serves 4)

Chicken and Biscuits Crockpot Recipe

Chicken and Biscuits Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 1 can of cream of chicken soup
* 1 package of frozen peas and carrots, thawed (10 ounces)
* 1 package of refrigerated biscuits (7 1/2 ounces)

Preparation steps:

* Place chicken into crockpot; pour in soup.
* Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is cooked through.
* Stir in peas and carrots. Cover and cook low for 30 minutes or until vegetables are heated through.
* Meanwhile, bake biscuits according to package directions.
* Spoon chicken and vegetable mixture over biscuits to serve.

Enjoy
(serves 4)

Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crockpot Recipe

Broccoli and Cheese Soup Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1/4 cup of butter or margarine
* 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
* 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
* 1 can of evaporated milk (12 oz.)
* 4 cups of chicken broth
* 1 bag of frozen baby broccoli florets, thawed
* 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper
* 1/4 teaspoon of salt
* 1 loaf of prepared cheese, cut into cubes (8 oz.)
* 1 1/2 cups of shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese (6 oz.)
* 1 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese (4 oz.)
* Additional shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, if desired

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. In a 12-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook onion in butter for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in flour. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Pour mixture into crockpot. Stir in broth, broccoli, pepper and salt.
* Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until bubbly.
* Add cheese cubes to crockpot; stir until melted. Add 1 1/2 cups of Cheddar cheese and the Parmesan cheese; stir until melted.
* Sprinkle individual servings with additional Cheddar cheese.

Enjoy
(Serves 8)

Veggie Lover's Minestrone Crockpot Recipe

Veggie Lover's Minestrone Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 cups of vegetable broth
* 1 can of diced tomatoes, undrained (28 oz.)
* 1 box of frozen baby lima beans, thawed (9 oz.)
* 2 medium onions, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
* 2 medium carrots, chopped (3/4 cup)
* 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper
* 1 1/2 cups of uncooked rotini pasta
* 1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces
* 1 medium yellow summer squash, cut in half lengthwise, then cut crosswire into 1/4-inch pieces
* 1 container of refrigerated basil pesto (7 oz.)
* 1/2 cup of shaved Parmesan cheese (2 oz.)

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. In crockpot, mix broth, tomatoes, lima beans, onions, carrots, garlic, salt and pepper.
* Cover and cook on low for 6 hours. Stir in pasta, zucchini and yellow squash. Cover and cook for 1 hour longer or until vegetables are tender.
* Top individual servings with pesto and cheese.

Enjoy
(Serves 8)

Lentil and Spinach Soup Crockpot Recipe

Lentil and Spinach Soup Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 teaspoons of olive oil
* 1 large onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
* 4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
* 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
* 1 1/2 cups of sliced carrots (4 medium)
* 1 cup of dried lentils (8 oz.), sorted and rinsed
* 4 cups of chicken broth
* 4 cups of vegetable broth
* 4 slices of bacon, chopped
* 2 dried bay leaves
* 1 teaspoon of dried thyme leaves
* 3/4 teaspoon of salt
* 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
* 1 bag of fresh baby spinach leaves (6 oz.)

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. In a 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion in oil for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute. Spoon mixture into crockpot. Stir in all the remaining ingredients except for the spinach.
* Cover and cook on low for 8 1/2 hours. Discard bay leaves. Stir in spinach just prior to serving.

Enjoy
(Serves 8)

Spiced Lamb Tagine Crockpot Recipe

Spiced Lamb Tagine Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 lb. lamb or beef stew meat, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
* 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
* 1/2 teaspoon of ground turmeric
* 3/4 teaspoon of salt
* 1 tablespoon of olive oil
* 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth
* 2 1/2 cups of coarsely chopped onions
* 1 cup of pitted dried plums
* 1/4 cup of honey
* 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
* 3 medium carrots, cut diagonally into 1-inch slices
* Fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
* Toasted sliced almonds, if desired

Preparations steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. Sprinkle lamb with 1/2 teaspoon of the cumin, the turmeric and salt. In a 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add half of the lamb; cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides. Remove lamb with slotted spoon; place into crockpot. Repeat with the remaining lamb.
* Discard any remaining drippings from skillet, leaving brown particles in skillet. Add 1/2 cup of the broth to skillet, scraping to loosen particles; cook for 1 minute. Pour into crockpot. Stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, remaining 1 cup of broth, the onions, plums, honey, tomato paste and carrots.
* Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until lamb is tender.
* Sprinkle individual servings with cilantro and almonds.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Italian Chicken Chardonnay Crockpot Recipe

Italian Chicken Chardonnay Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 teaspoons of paprika
* 1 teaspoon of salt
* 1 teaspoon of pepper
* 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
* 3 lbs. bone-in chicken breast halves, skin removed
* 1/2 lb. baby Portobello mushrooms, quartered
* 1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 1 can of water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained (14 oz.)
* 1 1/2 cups of chardonnay
* 1 can of tomato paste (6 oz.)
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 2 tablespoons of minced fresh thyme or 2 teaspoons of dried thyme
* 1/4 cup of minced fresh parsley
* Hot cooked pasta
* Shredded Romano cheese

Preparation steps:

* Combine the paprika, salt, pepper and cayenne; sprinkle over the chicken. Place the chicken, mushrooms, red pepper, onion and artichokes into crockpot. In a small bowl, combine the chardonnay, tomato paste, garlic and thyme; pour over the vegetables.
* Cover and cook on low for 5 1/2 hours or until the chicken is tender. Stir in parsley. Serve with pasta; sprinkle with cheese.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Marinated Chicken Wings Crockpot Recipe

Marinated Chicken Wings Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 20 whole chicken wings (about 4 lbs.)
* 1 cup of reduced-sodium soy sauce
* 1/4 cup of white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
* 1/4 cup of canola oil
* 3 tablespoons of sugar
* 2 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 teaspoon of ground ginger

Preparation steps:

* Cut chicken into wings into three sections, discard wing tips. Place in a large re-sealable plastic bag. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Add to chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate overnight.
* Transfer chicken and marinade to crockpot. Cook, covered, on low for 3 1/2 hours or until the chicken is tender. Using tongs, remove wings to a serving plate.

Enjoy
(Serves 20)

Crockpot Vegetables Recipe

Crockpot Vegetables Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 4 small carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 2 medium tomatoes, cut into chunks
* 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
* 2 cups of cut fresh green beans
* 1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 1/4 cup of butter, melted
* 3 tablespoons of quick-cooking tapioca
* 1 tablespoon of sugar
* 2 teaspoons of salt, optional
* 1/8 teaspoon of pepper

Preparation steps:

* Place the vegetables into small crockpot. In a small bowl, combine the butter, tapioca, sugar, salt if desired and pepper; pour over vegetables and stir well.
* Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or until vegetables are tender. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Enjoy
(Serves 7)

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Carnitas Soft Taco Crockpot Recipe

Carnitas Soft Taco Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 medium onion, sliced
* 2 teaspoons of dried minced garlic
* 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
* 1 teaspoon of coarse ground black pepper
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/4 cup of fresh lime juice
* 1 boneless pork butt or shoulder blade roast (3 lb.)
* 1 can of chopped green chiles (4.5oz)
* 1 can of green enchilada sauce (10 oz.)
* 1/2 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
* 2 packages of flour tortillas for burritos
* Salsa, if desired

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. Place onion into crockpot. In small bowl, mix dried minced garlic, cumin, pepper, salt and 2 tablespoons of the lime juice to form paste. pat mixture on top and sides of pork roast (if roast comes tied or in netting, remove before rubbing with spice mixture). Place pork on onion. Top with chiles. Pour enchilada sauce around pork.
* Cover and cook on low for 9 1/2 hours.
* Remove pork from crockpot. Shred pork, using 2 forks. Return pork to crockpot; stir in cilantro and remaining 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Heat tortillas as directed on package. With slotted spoon, spoon 2/3 cup of pork mixture on each tortilla.

Serve with salsa and enjoy
(Serves 7)

Italian Bistro Hot Beef Sandwich Crockpot Recipe

Italian Bistro Hot Beef Sandwich Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 medium onions, sliced
* 1 beef rump roast (3 lb.)
* 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
* 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
* 1 teaspoon of black pepper
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/4 teaspoon of ground red pepper (cayenne)
* 1 cup of reduced-sodium beef broth
* 8 French rolls or hoagie buns, split, toasted

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray.
* Place onions into crockpot. Place beef on onions. Brush beef with vinegar, turning to coat evenly.
* Sprinkle with seasonings. Pour broth around beef.
* Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
* Remove beef from crockpot to cutting board. Cover with foil; let stand for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, stain onions from cooking juices; place in serving dish. Ladle cooking juices into 8 small cups. Slice beef; serve on rolls. Serve each sandwich with onions and cups of juices for dipping.

Enjoy
(Serves 8)

Soy Garlic Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Soy Garlic Chicken Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 6 chicken leg quarters, skin removed
* 1 can of tomato sauce (8 oz.)
* 1/2 cup of reduced-sodium soy sauce
* 1/4 cup of packed brown sugar
* 2 teaspoons of minced garlic

Preparation steps:

* With a sharp knife, cut leg quarters at the joints if desired. Place into crockpot. In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar and garlic; pour over chicken.
* Cover and cook on low for 5 hours.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Citrus Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Citrus Chicken Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 medium oranges, cut into wedges
* 1 medium green pepper, chopped
* 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 lbs.), cut up and skin removed
* 1 cup of orange juice
* 1/2 cup of chili sauce
* 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
* 1 tablespoon of molasses
* 1 teaspoon of ground mustard
* 1 teaspoon of minced garlic
* 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
* Hot cooked rice

Preparation steps:

* Place oranges and green pepper into crockpot coated with cooking spray. Top with chicken.
* Combine the next 7 ingredients; pour over the chicken.
* Cover and cook on low for 4 1/2 hours or until chicken juices run clear.
* Serve with rice

Enjoy
(Serves 4)

Spicy Beans with Turkey Sausage Crockpot Recipe

Spicy Beans with Turkey Sausage Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 lb. smoked turkey sausage, halved and sliced
* 1 can of kidney beans, rinsed and drained (16 oz.)
* 1 can of great northern beans, rinsed and drained (15 oz.)
* 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained (15 oz.)
* 1 1/2 cups of frozen corn
* 1 1/2 cups of salsa
* 1 large green pepper, chopped
* 1 large onion, chopped
* 1 cup of water
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 1 teaspoon of ground cumin

Preparation steps:

* In crockpot, combine all ingredients.
* Cover and cook on low for 5 1/2 hours or until heated through.

Stir and enjoy.
(Serves 6)

Mushroom Pork Ragout Crockpot Recipe

Mushroom Pork Ragout Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 pork tenderloin (3/4 lb.)
* 1/8 teaspoon of salt
* 1/8 teaspoon of pepper
* 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
* 3/4 cup of canned crushed tomatoes, divided
* 1 tablespoon of chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
* 1 1/4 teaspoon of dried savory
* 1 1/2 cups of sliced fresh mushrooms
* 1/3 cup of sliced onion
* 1 1/2 cups of hot cooked egg noodles

Preparation steps:

* Rub pork with salt and pepper; cut in half.
* In a small crockpot, combine the cornstarch, 1/2 cup of crushed tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes and savory. Top with mushrooms, onion and pork. Pour remaining tomatoes over pork.
* Cover and cook on low for 3 1/2 hours or until meat is tender.
* Remove meat and cut into slices. Stir cooking juices until smooth.
* Serve with pork and noodles.

Enjoy
(Serves 2)

Sauerkraut and Sausage Soup Crockpot Recipe

Sauerkraut and Sausage Soup Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 cups of chicken broth
* 1 lb. smoked polish, cut into 1/2-inch slices
* 1 can of sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained (16 oz.)
* 2 cups of fresh mushrooms
* 1 1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
* 1 can of condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
* 1 1/4 cups chopped onions
* 2 large carrots, sliced
* 2 celery ribs, chopped
* 2 tablespoons of white vinegar
* 2 teaspoons of dill weed
* 1 teaspoon of sugar
* 1/4 teaspoon of pepper

Preparation steps:

* In crockpot, combine all ingredients.
* Cover and cook on low for 5 1/2 hours or until vegetables are tender.

Serve and Enjoy
(Serves 10)

Tender Beef Brisket Crockpot Recipe

Tender Beef Brisket Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 fresh beef brisket (4 lbs.)
* 1 can of tomato sauce (15 oz.)
* 1 bottle of beer or non-alcoholic beer
* 1 cup of chopped green pepper
* 2/3 cup of chopped onion
* 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
* 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
* 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
* 2 teaspoons of prepared mustard
* 1 teaspoon of salt
* 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
* 1/2 teaspoon of pepper

Preparation steps:

* Cut brisket into thirds; place into crockpot. In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over beef.
* Cover and cook on low for 8 to 9 hours or until the meat is tender.
* Thinly slice meat across the grain.

Enjoy
(Serves 10)

Hamburger Dinner Crockpot Recipe

Hamburger Dinner Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 lb. of ground beef
* 1/4 cup of hot water
* 3 small potatoes, peeled and diced
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 1 can of peas and carrots, drained (15 oz.)
* 1 can of diced tomatoes, undrained (14 oz.)
* 1 tablespoon of sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/4 teaspoon of pepper

Preparation steps:

* Shape beef into four patties. In a skillet, cook patties over medium heat until no longer pink.
* Transfer to crockpot. Add water to skillet and stir to loosen browned bits from pan. Pour into crockpot. Add the remaining ingredients.
* Cover and cook on low for 5 hours or until potatoes are tender.

Enjoy
(Serves 4)

Note: If you prefer, use 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables for the canned peas and carrots.

Sweet and Sour Beef Crockpot Recipe

Sweet and Sour Beef Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 lbs. of beef top round steak or boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
* 2 tablespoons of canola oil
* 2 cans of tomato sauce (8 oz. each)
* 2 cups of sliced carrots
* 2 cups of pearl onions or 2 small onions, cut into wedges
* 1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 1/2 cup of molasses
* 1/3 cup of cider vinegar
* 1/4 cup of sugar
* 2 teaspoons of chili powder
* 2 teaspoons of paprika
* 1 teaspoon of salt
* Hot cooked pasta

Preparation steps:

* In a large skillet, brown steak in oil; transfer to crockpot. Add the next 10 ingredients; stir well.
* Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or until the meat is tender.

Serve with pasta and enjoy
(Serves 10)

Pork Cassoulet Crockpot Recipe

Pork Cassoulet Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 6 slices of bacon
* 2 pork tenderloins (1 lb. each), cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
* 2 large onions, chopped
* 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
* 3 cans of navy beans, drained, rinsed
* 1 can of organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
* 1 cup of chicken broth
* 1/2 cup of dry white wine
* 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
* 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
* 3 teaspoons of chopped fresh thyme leaves
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper
* 1 tablespoon of butter or margarine
* 1/2 cup of crispy bread crumbs
* 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray.
* In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Crumble bacon; place in crockpot. Heat drippings over medium heat. Add the pork slices; cook for 4 minutes, turning once, until browned.
* Place pork into crockpot. In same skillet, cook onions and garlic over medium heat for 5 minutes or until tender. In crockpot, stir onion mixture, beans, tomatoes, broth, wine, tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of the parsley, 2 teaspoons of the thyme, the salt and pepper.
* cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
* In a nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; cook until browned. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon of parsley and 1 teaspoon of thyme.
* Uncover crockpot; stir in vinegar. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture over cassoulet.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Rosemary Chicken Lasagna Crockpot Recipe

Rosemary Chicken Lasagna Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed

* 1 container of ricotta cheese (15 oz.)
* 1 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese (4 oz.)
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 2 jars of Alfredo pasta sauce (15 oz. each)
* 4 teaspoons of chopped fresh rosemary leaves
* 9 no-boil lasagna noodles
* 3 cups of chopped cooked chicken
* 2 boxes of frozen chopped spinach, thawed, squeezed to drain (9 oz. each)
* 1 can of organic diced tomatoes, drained (14.5 oz.)
* 2 cups of shredded Italian cheese blend (8 oz.)
* Additional fresh rosemary, if desired

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese and the salt. In large bowl, mix Alfredo sauce and 4 teaspoons of rosemary.
* In crockpot, spread about 1 1/4 cups of the Alfredo sauce. Layer with 3 of the noodles (breaking as needed to fit), 1 cup of the chicken, 1/3 of the spinach, 1/3 of the tomatoes, 1/3 of the ricotta mixture and 1/3 of the cheese blend. Repeat layers twice. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese.
* Cover and cook on low for 3 hours, rotating crockpot insert halfway through cooking time, or until bubbly and noodles are tender. Turn off crockpot.
* Let stand for 15 minutes before serving.
* Garnish with additional rosemary, if desired.

Enjoy
(Serves 12)

Cheesy Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Cheesy Chicken Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 cans of condensed cream of chicken soup
* 1 can of condensed Cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
* 1 1/2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
* Salt and Pepper
* Garlic powder
* Hot cooked pasta
* Chopped fresh Italian parsley, optional

Preparation steps:

* Combine soups in crockpot; stir to blend.
* Season chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Place chicken into crockpot.
* Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or until chicken is cooked through.
* Serve over pasta and garnish with parsley if desired.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Note: This sauce is also delicious over rice or mashed potatoes.

Monday, August 25, 2014

Chicken Thighs with Ginger Peach Sauce Crockpot Recipe

Chicken Thighs with Ginger Peach Sauce Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 10 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
* 1 cup of sliced peeled fresh or frozen peaches
* 1 cup of golden raisins
* 1 cup of peach preserves
* 1/3 cup of chili sauce
* 2 tablespoons of minced crystallized ginger
* 1 tablespoon of reduced-sodium soy sauce
* 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
* Hot cooked rice, optional

Preparation steps:

* Place chicken into crockpot coated with cooking spray. Top with peaches and raisins. In a small bowl, combine the preserves, chili sauce, ginger, soy sauce and garlic. Spoon over top.
* Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or until chicken is tender.
* Serve with rice, if desired.

Enjoy
Serves 8 to 10

Braised Short Ribs Crockpot Recipe

Braised Short Ribs Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
* 1 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
* 1/2 teaspoon of ground mustard
* 4 lbs. bone-in short ribs
* 2 tablespoons of canola oil
* 2 medium onions, sliced
* 1 cup of beer or beef broth
* 1 garlic clove, minced

Ingredients needed for gravy:

* 2 teaspoons of all-purpose flour
* 1 tablespoon of cold water

Preparation steps:

* In a large re-sealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt, paprika and mustard. Add ribs in batches and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown ribs in oil; drain.
* Place onions into crockpot; add ribs. Top with beer or broth and garlic. Cover and cook on low for 6 1/2 hours or until meat is tender.
* Remove the ribs and onions to a serving platter; keep warm. Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with Ribs.

Enjoy
Serves 6

Saturday, August 23, 2014

Orange Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Orange Chicken Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 cup of chicken stock
* 1 cup of orange juice
* 1 cup of orange marmalade
* 1/2 cup of ketchup
* 1/4 cup of Dijon mustard
* 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
* 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
* 2 tablespoons of reduced sodium soy sauce
* 1 tablespoon of minced fresh gingerroot
* 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
* 3/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
* 2 tablespoons of molasses, optional
* 2 lbs. of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-in. pieces
* 1/2 cup of cornstarch
* 3/4 teaspoon of salt
* 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
* 1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 2 cups of fresh broccoli florets
* Hot cooked rice
* Optional toppings; chopped green onions, peanuts and fresh cilantro

Preparation steps:

* In a small bowl, combine the first 11 ingredients; stir in molasses if desired.
* In crockpot, combine chicken, cornstarch, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Top with red pepper. Pour stock mixture over top.
* Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is tender.
* Stir in broccoli. Cover and cook on high for 35 minutes longer or until broccoli is crisp-tender. Serve with rice.

Sprinkle with the toppings of your choice and Enjoy
(Serves 8)

Friday, August 22, 2014

Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Stew Crockpot Recipe

Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Stew Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 8 bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed (about 3 lbs.)
* 1 cup of Italian salad dressing
* 1/2 cup of white wine or chicken broth
* 6 tablespoons of butter, melted and divided
* 1 tablespoon of dried minced onion
* 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
* 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
* 3/4 teaspoon of salt, divided
* 3/4 teaspoon of pepper, divided
* 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
* 1 package of cream cheese, softened (8 oz.)
* 2 cups of frozen broccoli florets, thawed
* 2 lbs. red potatoes, quartered

Preparation steps:

* Place chicken into crockpot. Combine the salad dressing, wine, 4 tablespoons of butter, onion, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoons of pepper in a small bowl; pour over chicken.
* Cover and cook on low for 5 hours. Skim fat. Combine the soup, cream cheese and 2 cups of liquid from crockpot in a small bowl until blended; add to crockpot.
* Cover and cook 45 minutes longer or until chicken is tender, adding the broccoli during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
* Meanwhile, place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to pan. Mash potatoes with the remaining butter, salt and pepper. Serve with chicken and broccoli mixture.

Enjoy
(Serves 8)

Beef Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Crockpot Recipe

Beef Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 12 cabbage leaves
* 1 cup of cooked brown rice
* 1/4 cup of finely chopped onion
* 1 egg, lightly beaten
* 1/4 cup of fat-free milk
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
* 1 lb. lean ground beef

Ingredients needed for sauce:

* 1 can of tomato sauce (8 oz.)
* 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
* 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
* 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce

Preparation steps:

* In batches, cook cabbage in boiling water 3 to 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain; cool slightly. Trim the thick vein from the bottom of each cabbage leaf, making a V-shaped cut.
* In a large bowl, combine rice, onion, egg, milk, salt and pepper. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Place about 1/4 cup beef mixture on each cabbage leaf. Pull cut edges of leaf together to overlap; fold over filling. Fold in sides and roll up.
* Place six rolls into crockpot, seam side down. In a bowl, mix sauce ingredients; pour half of the sauce over cabbage rolls. Top with remaining rolls and sauce. Cook, covered, on low for 7 hours or until a thermometer inserted in beef reads 160 degrees and cabbage is tender.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Fruit Salsa Crockpot Recipe

Fruit Salsa Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 3 tablespoons of cornstarch
* 4 teaspoons of white vinegar
* 1 can of mandarin oranges, undrained (11 oz.)
* 1 can of sliced peaches, undrained (8 1/2 oz.)
* 3/4 cup of pineapple tidbits
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 1/2 each medium green, sweet red and yellow peppers, chopped
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* Tortilla chips

Preparation steps:

* In a small crockpot (3 quart), combine cornstarch and vinegar until smooth. Stir in the fruits, onion, peppers and garlic.
* Cover and cook on high for 2 1/2 hours or until thickened and heated through, stirring occasionally. Serve with tortilla chips.

Enjoy

Seafood Cheese Dip Crockpot Recipe

Seafood Cheese Dip Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 package of Velveeta cheese, cubed (32 oz.)
* 2 cans of lump crabmeat, drained (6 oz. each)
* 1 can of diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained (10 oz.)
* 1 cup of frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
* French bread baguettes, sliced and toasted

Preparation steps:

* In a greased small crockpot, combine cheese, crab, tomatoes and shrimp.
* Cover and cook on low for 1 hour and 45 minutes or until the cheese is melted, stirring occasionally.
* Serve with baguettes.

Enjoy

Saturday, August 2, 2014

Chocolate Stuffed French Toast Crockpot Recipe

Chocolate Stuffed French Toast Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 6 slices of day old challah (3/4 inch thick)
* 1/2 cup of semisweet chocolate chips, divided
* 6 eggs
* 3 cups of half-and-half
* 2/3 cup of sugar
* 1 teaspoon of vanilla
* 1/4 teaspoon of salt
* Powdered sugar or warm maple syrup
* Fresh fruit, optional

Preparation steps:

* Generously butter 2 1/2 quart baking dish that fits inside of a 6-quart crockpot. Arrange 2 bread slices in bottom of dish. Sprinkle on 1/4 cup of chocolate chips. Add 2 more bread slices. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup of chocolate chips. Top with remaining 2 bread slices.
* Beat eggs in a large bowl. Stir in half-and-half, sugar, vanilla and salt. Pour egg mixture over bread layers. Press bread into liquid. Set aside 10 minutes or until bread has absorbed liquid. Cover dish with buttered foil, butter-side down.
* Pour 1 inch hot water into crockpot. Add baking dish. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Remove dish and let stand for 10 minutes to firm up. Serve with powdered sugar. Garnish with fresh fruit, if desired.

Enjoy
(Serves 6)

Spicy Grits with Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Spicy Grits with Chicken Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 4 cups of chicken broth
* 1 cup of grits
* 1 jalapeno pepper, cored, seeded and finely chopped
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon of paprika
* 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
* 3/4 cup of shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
* 1 1/2 cups of chopped cooked chicken breast
* 1/2 cup of half-and-half
* 2 tablespoons chopped chives, plus additional for garnish

Preparation steps:

* Combine broth, grits, jalapeno, salt, paprika and pepper into crockpot. Stir well. Cover and cook low for 4 hours.
* Add cheese and stir until melted. Stir in chicken, half-and-half and 2 tablespoons chives. Add salt and pepper.
* Cover and cook on low for 15 minutes to blend flavors. Garnish with chives, if desired.

Serve immediately and enjoy
(Serves 6)

Lemon Dilled Parsnips and Turnips Crockpot Recipe

Lemon Dilled Parsnips and Turnips Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 2 cups of chicken broth
* 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
* 4 tablespoons of lemon juice
* 4 tablespoons of dried dill
* 1 teaspoon of minced garlic
* 4 turnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
* 3 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
* 4 tablespoons of cornstarch
* 1/4 cup of cold water

Preparation steps:

* Combine broth, green onions, lemon juice, dill and garlic into crockpot.
* Add turnips and parsnips; stir well to combine. Cover and cook on low for 3 1/2 hours or until vegetables are tender.
* Turn crockpot to high. Dissolve cornstarch in water. Add to crockpot; stir well to combine. Cook on high for 15 minutes longer or until thickened.

Enjoy
(Serves 8)

Sweet and Sour Shrimp with Pineapple Crockpot Recipe

Sweet and Sour Shrimp with Pineapple Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 3 cans of pineapple chunks, drained and 1 cup of juice reserved
* 2 packages of frozen snow peas, thawed
* 1/4 cup of cornstarch
* 1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons of sugar
* 2 chicken bouillon cubes
* 2 cups of boiling water
* 4 teaspoons of soy sauce
* 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
* 1 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined and cleaned
* 1/4 cup of cider vinegar
* Hot cooked rice

Preparation steps:

* Drain pineapple chunks, reserving 1 cup juice. Place pineapple and snow peas into crockpot.
* Combine cornstarch and sugar in medium saucepan. Dissolve bouillon cubes in boiling water and add to saucepan. Mix in 1 cup reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce and ginger. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Pour into crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours.
* Add shrimp and vinegar. Cover and cook low for 30 minutes or until shrimp are done.
* Serve over hot rice.

Enjoy

Bananas Foster Crockpot Recipe

Bananas Foster Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 12 bananas, cut into quarters
* 1 cup of flaked coconut
* 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1 cup of dark corn syrup
* 2/3 cup of better, melted
* 2 teaspoons of grated lemon peel
* 1/4 cup of lemon juice
* 2 teaspoons of rum
* 12 slices of pound cake
* 1 quart of vanilla ice cream

Preparation steps:

* Combine bananas and coconut in small crockpot. Stir together cinnamon, salt, corn syrup, butter, lemon peel, lemon juice and rum in medium bowl. Pour over bananas.
* Cover and cook on low for 1 1/2 hours. Arrange bananas on pound cake slices. Top with ice cream and pour on warm sauce.

Enjoy

Zesty Mexican Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Zesty Mexican Chicken Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 oz. each)
* 1 can of diced tomatoes, undrained
* 1 large onion, chopped
* 1 medium green pepper, chopped
* 3 garlic cloves, minced
* 2 tablespoons of lime juice
* 1 tablespoon of hot pepper sauce
* 1/4 teaspoon of salt
* 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
* 3 cups of hot cooked rice

Preparation steps:

* Place chicken into crockpot coated with cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, green pepper, garlic, lime juice, pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Pour over chicken.
* Cover and cook on low for 3 1/2 hours or until chicken is tender.
* Serve with rice.

Enjoy

Continental Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Continental Chicken Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 package of dried beef, cut into pieces (2 1/4 ounces)
* 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb.)
* 4 slices of bacon
* 1 can of cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
* 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
* 1/4 cup of sour cream
* Hot cooked fettuccine, optional

Preparation steps:

* Coat inside of crockpot with nonstick cooking spray. Place dried beef in bottom. Wrap each chicken breast with 1 bacon slice. Place wrapped chicken on top of dried beef.
* Combine soup and flour in medium bowl; stir until smooth. Pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 7 1/2 hours or on high for 3 1/2 hours. Remove chicken to large plate using slotted spoon; keep warm.
* Place sour cream in small bowl; stir in a few tablespoons of cooking liquid from crockpot. Stir sour cream mixture into remaining cooking liquid. Cover; cook on high for 15 minutes or until thickened. Serve chicken and sauce over fettuccine, if desired.

Enjoy

Easy Beef Burrito Crockpot Recipe

Easy Beef Burrito Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 1 boneless beef chuck roast (2 to 3 lbs.)
* 1 can of enchilada sauce (28 ounces)
* 2 to 3 tablespoons of water, optional
* 4 flour tortillas (8-inch)

Preparation steps:

* Place roast into crockpot; cover with enchilada sauce. Add water, if desired.
* Cover and cook on low for 7 hours.
* Remove beef to cutting board; shred with two forks.
* Serve in tortillas.

Some awesome toppings to consider are shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, lettuce and tomatoes.

Enjoy


Smoked Paprika Pork Crockpot Recipe

Smoked Paprika Pork Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 3 large cloves of garlic, finely chopped
* 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
* 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground pepper
* 1 tablespoon of olive oil
* 2 pork tenderloins (1 lb. each)
* 1/2 cup of whipping cream
* 2 pouches of microwavable long-grain and wild rice mix
* 2 slices of bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
* Chopped fresh chives, optional

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. In a small bowl, mix garlic, paprika, salt, cumin and pepper. Stir in oil. Pat pork dry with paper towels. Rub paprika mixture all over pork. Place in crockpot.
* Cover; cook on high for 1 hour. Reduce heat to low; cook 3 1/2 hours longer or until pork is very tender.
* Remove pork from crockpot and transfer to serving platter; cover to keep warm. Pour drippings from crockpot into 12-inch skillet. Heat to boiling over medium heat. Stir in whipping cream. Boil until slightly thickened, about 7 minutes.
* Meanwhile, cook rice in microwave as directed on package. Spoon rice around pork on platter. Drizzle sauce over pork. Sprinkle with bacon and chives.

Enjoy

Eggplant Stew with Polenta Crockpot Recipe

Eggplant Stew with Polenta Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 5 tablespoons of olive oil
* 1 medium eggplant (about 1 lb.), cut into 1-inch cubes
* 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
* 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch slices
* 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch slices
* 1 can of crushed tomatoes, undrained
* 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning
* 1 teaspoon of dried basil leaves
* 1 teaspoon of dried minced garlic
* 1/2 teaspoon of salt
* 1/2 teaspoon of coarse ground black pepper
* 1 roll of refrigerated polenta, cut into 12 slices

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. In a 12-inch skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil over medium heat. Cook eggplant and onion in oil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until almost tender. Spoon into crockpot.
* In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Cook zucchini and bell peppers in oil for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spoon into crockpot. Add remaining ingredients except polenta and remaining oil; stir well.
* Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
* In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat remaining 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Cook polenta slices in oil for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Place polenta on serving plates; top with stew.

Enjoy

Country Boil Crockpot Recipe

Country Boil Crockpot Recipe



Ingredients needed:

* 12 small red potatoes (1 1/4lb)
* 10 cups of water
* 1 can or bottle of regular or nonalcoholic beer (12 oz)
* 4 to 5 tablespoons seafood seasoning
* 2 stalks of celery, cut into 4-inch pieces
* 1 onion, cut into quarters
* 2 lemons, cut in half
* 1 lb. of cooked kielbasa sausage, cut into 1-inch slices
* 6 frozen corn on the cob, cut into 3-inch slices
* 2 lbs. of uncooked large shrimp in shells, thawed
* Cocktail sauce, optional

Preparation steps:

* Spray crockpot with cooking spray. Place potatoes into crockpot. Add water, beer, seafood seasoning, celery and onion. Squeeze lemons over mixture in crockpot; add lemon halves.
* Cover and cook on low for 3 hours. Add sausage and corn. Cover and cook for two hours longer.
* Increase heat to high. Add shrimp; stir gently. Cover and cook for 15 minutes or until shrimp are pink. Turn off crockpot; let stand for 15 minutes. Drain.
* Serve with cocktail sauce if desired.

Enjoy