Saturday, December 29, 2012

serves 81/2 small yellow onion, peeled and finely diced1 garlic clove, minced4 ounces Gruyere cheese, grated (1 cup)8 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated (2 cups)1 tablespoon cornstarch1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon caraway seeds1 (12-ounce) bottle of beer (Redbridge, by Anheuser Busch is gluten free)1/4 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepperThe Directions.Use a 2-quart...
1 (32-oz) bag frozen meatballs    1 (14.5-oz) can diced chili ready tomatoes    1 (15-oz) can tomato sauce    2 teaspoon garlic powder    2 teaspoon dry chopped parsley    Provolone cheese, to taste    slider buns    In your crock pot insert, dump your frozen meatballs.Pour the tomatoes and tomato...

Friday, December 21, 2012

2 cans artichoke hearts, drained 1(8 oz.) brick cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 (8 oz.) bag shredded Italian cheese blend (mozzarella, parmesan, provolone, asiago, fontina, romano) 1 can crabmeat, drained 2 teaspoons dill weed 2 to 4 cloves garlic (to taste), peeled and minced 1/4 teaspoon black pepper several shakes of hot sauce, to taste juice of half a lemon...
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 package (8 ounce) cream cheese, cubed 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 can (14 ounce) artichokes, drained and finely chopped 1 package (10 ounce) rinsed fresh spinach leaves, stems removed and finely chopped Tostada or tortilla chips PREPARATION: Combine all ingredients except chips...
Jalapeno Popper Spread for Holiday Parties! 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese - softened 3/4 cup mayonnaise 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained 2 ounces canned diced jalapeno peppers, drained 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Cream all ingredients together Warm up in a small crock pot. Serve with crackers or tortilla chi...
3-4 medium potatoes peeled and cut baby carrots 3-5lb roast 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup 1 packet Onion Soup Mix Place all items into the crock pot, salt and pepper to taste, and cook on low heat 8-10 hours. There's no need to add water and you have plenty of gravy. I sometimes add a small onion or the onions from a drained can of French Onion Soup for extra flavor. Adding the soup changes...
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup 1 (1.25 ounce) package Lipton beefy onion soup mix 3 pounds beef stew meat Pour the cream of mushroom soup, cheese soup and onion soup mix into a slow cooker, and mix well. Add beef, cover and cook on Low for 8 hours, or on High for 4 to 5 hours. Serve over egg noodles or garlic mashed...
2 Tbsp Real Bacon Bits (I use 1/2 bag or jar) 1 tsp minced garlic (can use powder) 1 pkg Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup 1 cup Sour Cream 4-5 Boneless Chicken Breasts (skinless) (I poke holes in them with fork) Combine first 5 ingredients.Spray crock pot with Pam & put chicken breast in crock pot.Pour ingredients over the chicken breast.Cook 3-4 hours on HIGH...
1 egg, beaten 1/3 cup taco sauce 1 cup coarsely crushed corn chips 1/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix 1/2 teaspoon salt, optional 2 pounds ground beef additional taco sauce or salsa Combine ingredients; mix well. Shape into a round loaf and place in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 160 F. Serve with additional...
1 1/2 lbs. round steak 1 chopped carrot 1 cup chopped celery 1 can tomato sauce 1 onion, sliced 2 Tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper  Cut steak into serving pieces. Combine flour, salt & pepper & sprinkle over meat. Mix well & put into crock pot. Add carrot, celery, & onion. Pour tomato sauce on top. Cook on low for 8 to 10 hou...

Sunday, November 11, 2012

1 (2 pound) pork tenderloin 1 (12 ounce) can of bottle Dr. Pepper or Cola 1 (18 ounce) bottle your favorite barbecue sauce 8 hamburger buns, split and lightly toasted Place the pork tenderloin in a crock por; pour the Dr. pepper over the meat. Cover and cook on low until well cooked and the pork shreds easily, 6 to 7 hours. Note: the actual length of time may vary according to individual crock...
These Make Great Gifts!! 1 (16 oz.) jar unsalted peanuts 1 (16 oz.) jar salted peanuts 1 (12 oz.) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 (12 oz.) bag milk chocolate chips 2 (12 oz.) bags peanut butter chips 2 (1 lb.) packages White Almond Bark, broken in pieces Layer ingredients, in order listed, into crock pot....
2 Tablespoons butter 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 cup finely chopped carrot 2 celery stick, finely chopped 1 Tablespoon minced garlic 4 cups chicken broth 2 large baking potatoes, peeled and chopped 1 Tablespoon flour 1/2 cup water 2/3 cup milk 2 cups chopped broccoli 2 heaping cups shredded cheddar cheese Melt the butter in a large soup pot. Add onions, carrots, and celery and saute over medium...
2 lbs. ground beef 2 tsp. garlic powder 2 tsp. onion powder Taco seasoning packet 1 small onion, minced 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp. oregano Place all of your spices in a bowl and mix it up.Crumble your raw ground beef into your crock.Sprinkle your seasoning onto your beef and stir it up. Cook HIGH...

Friday, October 12, 2012

  3 boneless skinless chicken breasts3 cans cream of chicken soup1 cup water½ small bag frozen mixed veggies ( I used a whole bag)1 onion chopped2 cans crescent rollsPlace chicken in crockpot. Top with soup, water, veggies and chopped onion. Cook on low 6-7 hours. After chicken is cooked, pull apart...

Saturday, July 21, 2012

2 Pounds of Lean ground beef 1/4 Teaspoon of Ground black pepper 4 Ounces of Queso Blanco Velveeta cheese, cubed 3 Tablespoons of Milk 2 Tablespoons of Pickle relish 2 Tablespoons of Prepared mustard 1/2 of cup  of Ketchup 1 small onion, chopped or Onion Flakes 2 garlic cloves put through press ...

Wednesday, June 6, 2012

1 Pound Ground Turkey or Lean Beef 1-14 ½ Ounce Can Diced Tomatoes, No Sugar Added 1-14 ½ Ounce Can Black Beans, Drained and Rinsed 1- 14 ½ Ounce Can Garbanzo Beans/Chickpeas, Drained 1- Envelope of Taco Seasoning ( I prefer to use the low sodium) 1- Envelope Dry Ranch Dressing Mix 1-Can Corn, Drained...
1 Cup White Rice 2 Cups Water Butter (enough to coat the inside of the crock-pot sides and bottom) Salt – Just a pinch Coat the crock pot sides and bottom with butter. This will help keep the rice from sticking. I rinse my rice prior to using. This helps take some of that starch out. Put rice in large...
1(2 to 3lb) Boneless Beef Chuck Pot Roast 1 cup Chopped Onion ¼ cup Worcestershire Sauce 1 Tbsp Instant Beef Bouillon Granules 2 cloves Garlic, minced 1 tsp Dried Oregano, crushed ½ tsp Dried Basil Crushed ½ tsp Dried Thyme, crushed ... ½ cup Chopped Pepperoncini (italian Pickled Peppers) or Other Pickled...

Thursday, May 31, 2012

4 or 5  Medium Green,Red, or Yellow Bell Peppers 1 Pound Ground Chicken 1 Cup Beef Broth 1 1/2 Cups Cooked Rice 1 Medium Onion, Chopped 1-2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Cumin 2 Teaspoons Cornstarch 1/2 Teaspoon Oregano 3 Tablespoons Tomato Paste ...

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

2 8-oz. box of macaroni 1 can of evaporated milk 1 stick of butter,melted 3 eggs 4 cups shredded cheese,separated(I use a mixture of shredded sharp, extra sharp and Colby jack cheese but you can use whatever you like.) Cook and drain macaroni according to package & season with salt & pepper...

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

1 3/4 c flour 2 tsp baking powder 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/3 c shortening 2/3 c sugar 2 eggs, well beaten 1 1/2 c banana, well mashed, overripe 1/2 c walnuts, coarsely chopped: Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.  With electric beater on low, fluff shortening in...
3 lbs. med. size potatoes peeled and sliced 1 onion chopped 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup cooked ham 1 can (10 3/4 oz) reduced fat cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup water Combine potatoes, onion, cheese and ham in slow Crock Pot.  In small bowl, stir together soup & water. Pour over potato...
MMM on one of the epsiodes on Desperate Housewives Lynnette made her ex hubby a yummy bowl of Beef Bourgignon  It inspired me to make this ! YUmmo! 1 Cup Dry red wine 2 Tablespoons Olive oil 1 Large Onionm,sliced 1/2 Teaspoon Thyme 2 Tablespoons Parsley,chopped 1 Bay leaf 1/4 Teaspoon Pepper 2 Pounds...
3 lb. boneless turkey breast, halved 16 oz. can whole berry cranberry sauce 1/2 c. sugar 1/2 c. apple juice 1 T cider vinegar 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp. ground mustard 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. ground cloves 1/4 tsp. ground allspice 2 T. all-purpose flour 1/4 c. cold water 1/4 tsp. browning sauce...

Sunday, April 15, 2012

3 pounds pork shoulder 2 (1 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix chili powder to taste crushed red pepper to taste Place pork shoulder in a slow cooker with taco seasoning. If desired, add chili powder and/or red pepper flakes. Add water until meat is covered. Place lid on pot and cook on low for 8 hours. Remove pork shoulder from pot and shred. Note: Serve with warm tortillas and your choice of...
4 pork chops, well trimmed 1 envelope onion soup mix 10 oz. can ready to serve chicken broth You can brown the pork chops if you wish in a nonstick skillet 3-4 minutes on each side. Place pork chops in 3-1/2-4 quart crockpot. In medium bowl, combine soup mix and chicken broth and stir until blended. Pour this mixture over the pork chops. Cover crockpot and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours....
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef 3 slices bacon, diced 1 small onion, chopped 2 tbs flour 1/4 tsp paprika 1 tsp salt 1 can (10 3/4oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup 2 tbs dry red wine 1 cup dairy sour cream 6 to 8 hamburger buns, toasted and buttered In large skillet, brown beef and bacon until red color disappears.  Drain. In crockpot, mix together drained beef, bacon, onion, flour,...
6 servings 3-pound boneless beef tip roast 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. mixed dried herb leaves 1/2 tsp.pepper 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 cup balsamic vinegar (or use red wine vinegar) Spray 12' skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Cook beef in skillet about 5 minutes until brown on all sides. Sprinkle with salt, herbs and pepper. Place garlic in a 4-5 quart slow cooker. Place...
1 cup uncooked ditalini or other small pasta Shredded Romano cheese (optional)  2 1/2 pounds beef for stew, cut into 3/4' pieces 2 cans (14 to 14 1/2 ounces each) ready-to-serve beef broth 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onions, undrained 1 cup water 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 cups frozen...
1 cup Worcestershire sauce 1 boneless pork roast 1 cup brown sugar Optional: whole wheat rolls to make sandwichesSpray with non stick spray.Add pork roast. Add worcestershire sauce and brown sugar.Cook on high for 1 hour, then on low for 5 hours.Pork roast is finished when it falls apart. I use a fork...
First unwrap the chicken, remove the bag of innards from the cavity and give the chicken a quick rinse. After rinsing the chicken place in crock pot that has been sprayed with non-stick.Y ou do not need to put any liquid in the pot, just the chicken. Then sprinkle your favorite spices on the chicken. I usually...

Thursday, April 12, 2012

 2 pounds white candy coating , broken into small pieces 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips 1 pkg.( 4 oz) German sweet chocolate 1 jar ( 24 oz ) dry roasted peanuts In a crockpot, combine candy coating, German chocolate and chocolate chips. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour, then reduce heat to low....
3/4 cup cookie or graham cracker crumbs 2 tablespoons sugar 3 tablespoons melted butter Filling: 16 ounces cream cheese 2/3 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 egg yolk 1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 1 teaspoon orange or lemon zest, or dried grated rind 1 tablespoon flour 1/2 teaspoon vanilla Combine crumbs...
1 bag Tater Tots 1/2 bag frozen mixed vegetables - cooked 2 or 3 cans of cream soup (mushroom - celery, take your pick) I like celery or chicken 1 pound hamburger, browned and drained ( i use garlic powder and italian seaoning when browning the meat)  a bag of Shredded cheese Mix the hamburger, 1/2...
1 lb. ground beef 1 can tomato sauce 1 can mexi-corn drained 1/4 cup minced onion 1 tsp. salt Dash of pepper 1 1/2 cups dried mashed potato flakes 1 1/2 cup sour cream 1/3 cup water 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar In skillet brown your hamburger, and drain well. Place beef in the crockpot and add tomato sauce, corn, onion, salt and pepper. Mix well! In bowl mix the potato flakes, with sour cream and...
1 1/2 lb. ground beef 1 large clove garlic 1/4 tsp. pepper 1/2 tsp. thyme 6 med. potatoes 2 large onions 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10 3/4 oz.) *cream of chicken works well too 1/2 c. water Cook ground beef and garlic in skillet until lightly browned. Stir in pepper and thyme. Peel and slice potatoes and...
16 oz skinned and boned uncooked chicken breast, cut into 4 pieces 1 lemon 1 tspn lemon pepper 1 tspn paprika Place chicken pieces in a slow cooker. Squeeze juice of half a lemon over chicken. Sprinkle lemon pepper  over top.Sprinkle Paprika over chicken. Cut remaining lemon half into thin...
1 large onion, cut into 8 pieces 1/2 to 1 habanero pepper, seeded, deveined, and finely minced  *warning!!!!! Please wear Gloves when deviening ! 1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 2 tablespoons dry mustard 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons red wine...

Sunday, March 25, 2012

4 Chicken Breast, Boned and Skinned 4 Slices Swiss Cheese 1 Can Cream of Chicken soup 1 Can Cream of Mushroom soup 1 Cup Chicken Broth 1/4 Cup Milk 2 Cups of dry  Stuffing Mix 1/2 Cup Melted butter Salt and pepper to taste Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place chicken breasts in...
8 bacon slices8 boneless skinless chicken breasts2 (10 oz) cans roasted garlic cream of mushroom soup1 cup sour cream1/2 cup flour Salt and pepper to tastePlace the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-low heat. Be sure that the bacon is still pliable and not crisp. Drain on paper towels. If you...

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

2 cups water 1 cup corn -- whole kernel 1 cup potato -- chopped 1 cup celery -- chopped 1/2 cup carrot -- sliced 1/2 cup onion -- chopped 2 cubes beef bouillon 1 jar cheez whiz -- (16 oz) meatballs 1 pound ground beef 1/4 cup bread crumbs 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon tabasco sauce Meatballs:...
8 potatoes (peeled or not) chopped 1 onion, chopped 2 celery ribs chopped 2 carrots, peeled and chopped small 1 can chicken broth 2 T dried parsley 1 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1 cup milk 1/2 cup flour sliced green onions, grated cheese, and chopped bacon for toppings Put all ingredients down to and including...

Saturday, March 17, 2012

Crockin' Moms: Corned Beef and Cabbage: Happy St Patty's Day! 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into matchstick pieces 10 baby red potatoes, quartered,1 onion, peeled and cut into ...

Friday, March 16, 2012

1 Box elbow or  Spiral Pasta (uncooked but rinsed) 1 pound lean ground beef 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 cup sliced pepperoni 16 ounces pizza sauce or pasta sauce 1/4 cup water 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Spray crock pot with  non-stick spray. Brown...
1 can (15oz) can solid pack pumpkin 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk 3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup  pancake mix 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted 2 eggs, beaten 2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 2 teaspoons vanilla extract In a large bowl, combine the ingredients and mix.Spray crock pot with nonstick cooking...
4 medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced (try Honey Crisps) 1/4 cup honey 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons melted butter 2 cups granola cereal (Start this one at 10 or 11 PM – ready for breakfast!) Combine all of this into a crock pot.  Turn it on low and walk away for eight hours. Add a quarter of a cup of water for every additional two hours you intend to cook ...
4 red potatoes, sliced 2 red onions, finely chopped 1 1/2 pounds cubed ham 1 can condensed cream of celery soup, diluted according to can directions 2 tablespoons flour Shredded cheddar cheese Combine all of this into a crock pot except for Cheese(save that for when it is done). Add salt and pepper to...
1 large can tomato sauce 1 pound lean ground beef 2 cans beans (kidney beans are fine, but you can use whatever you like) 2 tablespoons chili powder 1/4 cup diced onion (or onion salt) Combine all of this into a crock pot. Add salt and pepper to taste. Turn it on low and walk away for eight hours. Add...
Happy St Patty's Day! 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into matchstick pieces 10 baby red potatoes, quartered,1 onion, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces 4 c. water 4 lb. corned beef brisket with spice packet 6 oz. beer 1/2 head cabbage, coarsely chopped  Place the carrots, potatoes, and onion into the...
4 or 5 lb pork loin roast 1 bottle of  your favorite  BBQ sauce 1 can Dr. Pepper or diet dr pepper  Garlic powder or fresh garlic minced Onion powder  Place roast into the slow cooker and season with onion and garlic powder. Cover with BBQ sauce and then pour Dr. Pepper over the roast.Cook...

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

5 lbs chicken breast, boneless, skinless 1 sm bottle zesty italian dressing 1 T chili powder 1 T cumin 3 cloves garlic, minced Mix all ingredients together in a large crock pot. Cook on high for 5-7 hours. Remove chicken and shred. Reserve a small amount of juice and pour over shredded chicken. Keep wa...
1 large onion, chopped 1 clove of garlic, minced 1/2 cup flour 1 cup butter 4 cups half and half 1 1/2 cups of chicken broth 4 cans white beans (navy, great northern, or garbanzo), drained and rinsed 2-3 (4 oz) cans chopped green chilies 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked and sliced into small...
   3-4 frozen chicken breasts  1/2 c. teriyaki sauce 1/2 c. soy sauce 1 can pineapple chunks,  drain half the juice out Crushed red pepper flakes 1 clove of garlic, minced Spray the crock pot with nonstick cooking spray and add chicken breasts.  Pour soy sauce, teriyaki...
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs 1/2 to 1 cup of your favorite Caesar dressing 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup fresh chopped parsley OR  2 teaspoons of dried parsley) 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce slider buns or  regular sized hamburger buns Place...
This Recipe is very easy but soo yummy too! It is slowly cooked all day and the house smells delish! Ingredients: 5lb pork shoulder 1 can of Cola BBq Sauce Pour Cola in Crock Pot. Place pork on top and a few squirt of your favorite BBQ sauce. Cook on low for 8 hou...

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Fry hamburger patties Place in crock Pour beef gravy over them to completely cover. Let cook on high for about 4 hours. The best tasting ones are grilled patties or broiled but if you fry in skillet it turns out fine too. Yummy. This is something, too, that you can cook ahead and fre...
3- pounds of Kielbasa 1- 2pound box of dark brown sugar Directions: Cut up Kielbasa into 1/2' chunks, put into crock pot. Add whole box of brown sugar. No need to stir until brown sugar starts to liquefy. Cook on low for 5 hou...

Saturday, February 25, 2012

 2 lbs. boneless beef round steak, cut into 6 serving pieces 1.1-oz pkg.Lipton beefy onion soup mix 3 c. onion, sliced 28-oz. can diced tomatoes 3 T. all-purpose flour 1 c. water Arrange steak in a crockpot. Sprinkle soup mix over steaks; arrange onion slices all around. Top with tomatoes. Cover and cook...
1 white onion, chopped 1cup celery, chopped 1 cup green beans, halved 1 cup carrots, diced 2 cans vegetable broth 2 cups potatoes, diced 2 dashes of salt shake of parsley, crushed 1 cup water Place all ingredients into crockpot.Cook for 8-10 hours on low.Serve with cracke...
4-6 chicken breasts (pounded out thin) 4-6 pieces of ham 4-6 slices of swiss cheese (I use mozzerella,my kids like this better!) 1 can cream of mushroom soup(can use any cream soup) 1/4 c. milk Directions: Put ham and cheese on chicken. Roll up and secure with a toothpick. Place chicken in c. p. so it looks...
4 boneless/skinless chicken breasts seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder and season salt 1 large can cream of chicken soup 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 3/4 c frozen cut carrots 3/4 c frozen green beans Dump it all in the crockpot and cook it about 7 hours on low. Add 2 cups of minute rice to it the last 5 minutes before dinner. Yummo!!!...
5 lb. chicken wings 2 c. brown sugar 1 c. French's mustard 4 tbsp. soy sauce Cut each wing into 3 pieces - throw away the tip. Brown in skillet until golden brown and put in slow cooker, turn on low heat. Mix brown sugar, mustard and soy sauce in saucepan and heat until it becomes liquid. Pour over the wings...

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

4 lb. chuck roast 1 yellow onion 10 "real" carrots1 Package mushrooms,1 packet Lipton Beefy Onion Soup 1 can chicken broth, Salt & Pepper,2 tsp. Paprika 1 tblsp. dried Parsley cook on low for  8 hours...