Want to next level the flavor of your next beef roast? Douse it in red wine. A dry red wine, or a red cooking wine will work wonders on the beef, as it slow cooks the day away. This particular slow cooker beef roast recipe also calls for garlic (use sparingly!), fresh chopped chives and some baby potatoes. I've added a little beef broth to further deepen the flavors of the … [Read more...]
Apple Butter Glazed Chicken
I love simple food. I love food with both simple ingredients, simple flavors and a simple cooking method. I also love to explore with food and mix and match ingredients that I have on hand...and this is how this one came to be. I had some apple butter in the pantry and decided it would be delicious on chicken...with a few smoky additions. Bake this and serve it with some … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Save at Whole Foods
Whole Foods is a one stop shop for all of your favorite healthy, organic, and natural food choices. And while Whole Foods has a great selection and some of the best healthy living brands around, you will find that these products can come at a cost. Shopping at Whole Foods can cost more than your other big box grocery stores, but the good news is there are ways to save money … [Read more...]
Chili-Rubbed Salmon with Avocado Salsa (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, Baked)
Errrrrr body at your house is gonna go crazy of this one. If your dinner table is anything like mine was when we had this recently, you're all gonna be licking your plates clean. Seriously, my boys went all bananas over this one. It is not at all spicy, despite having a little chili powder. There's a little bit of brown sugar in this simple, homemade rub and that helps … [Read more...]
Peppered Pork Chops
My oldest son hasn't met a pork chop that he didn't like. But when he tried these, he declared them #1 and they are now at the top of his list. I'll be honest...I was a bit worried that the black peppered look to the pork chops would scare him (and the other boys) away...not really scare them away, but maybe make them not want to try them. I did assure them that the pepper … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Beef Ragu
You know what I love about beef roasts and the 'stew beef' cut of meat? They slow cook beautifully. They are softened to perfection, as the low and slow heat cooks them all day. And in the case of this beef ragu recipe, the acidity from the tomato based sauce softens them even more. And you end up with the most delicious sauce. This is a homemade tomato sauce, using crushed … [Read more...]
Erin’s Favorite Instant Pot Accessories
Once you get comfortable with cooking with your Instant Pot and it starts to become a regular part of your cooking routine and kitchen MO, you'll find yourself wishing for a few accessories. (I know that I did!) But, I think my most favorite accessory isn't really an accessory, but it's my EPC101 Class - that would be "Electric Pressure Cooking 101" online class! (Scroll … [Read more...]
Honey Garlic Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner
I adore sheet pan dinners. If we haven't met yet, I'm Erin. I'm feeding 4 boys and my husband every day. And I adore anything that's quick and easy to get on the table - one dish dinners, Instant Pot dinners, freezer to slow cooker meals, and sheet pan dinners. I need meals that are quick to throw together, cook without any fuss or much attention, and will fill up my … [Read more...]
PRO TIP: Can’t ever get your IP lid to line up right?!
(The struggle is real!) I've been using my Instant Pot for a while now...and I still have moments when I can't get the lid lined up properly. Silver sharpie to the rescue... One of our EPC101 members shared this tip and I had to pass it along! Because, GENIUS. Another idea... Paint/write an S next to the arrow to remind yourself to set the release valve to … [Read more...]
Cincinnati Chili
Are those bars of baking chocolate in the photo???? Did you even notice? Take a closer look…yes, those are bars of baking chocolate. Or, maybe you were wondering about the word chili and seeing the spaghetti noodles. I know…this is all kinds of confusing. Especially if you’re not from the southern OH area. Or have never heard of, or eaten at, Skyline Chili. This … [Read more...]