I have a problem. But I know it's a problem and I'm working on it. Each week is different, some weeks better than others. Here is my problem: I bite off more than I can chew. (Not with food...with our schedule.) While I crave simplicity and flexibility, I also know that I don't like to be bored. So if I'm not working, then I've got a fun activity scheduled. (Remember that … [Read more...]
Hawaiian Chicken
Here's what I want you to do with this one...I want you to cook this out on your back porch. First make sure it's in a safe place and that no wildlife will try to sneak a bite. Then let it slow cook the day away outside. But don't be surprised if some of your neighbors show up for a luau. Because it might smell like you're having one. And everyone is going to want in! ;) We … [Read more...]
Spicy Sausage & Peppers
Want to only spend 5 minutes...maybe even 3 minutes...on dinner?! Then this meal is for you! Add sausage. Add canned tomatoes. Add frozen peppers and onions. Slow Cook. So easy, you might even have your 8 year old do it! Hope you enjoy this recipe as much as our family does!!! Get the full recipe for Slow Cooker Spicy Sausage & Peppers here. Welcome … [Read more...]
Baked Potatoes
Potato bars are such a fun and simple dinner...where everyone gets to make their own dinner and you don't have to short order cook! Well, it's FAR TOO HOT outside to be baking potatoes in the oven. Just the thought of 400 degree oven running for an hour right now makes me sweat. BUT...you can cook the potatoes in the slow cooker without heating up your kitchen! I also love … [Read more...]
Costco: 9 Organic Meals for Under $100
I'm honored and thankful to be included as a guest on Lisa's amazing blog, 100 Days of Real Food! So as my readers know, I'm pretty much addicted to my 20 meals for $150 meal plan series, using ingredients from Costco. We've done THREE so far including a highly popular completely gluten free meal plan. So, I made another one. This time we changed it up a little and created … [Read more...]
Peach Glazed Pork Roast
I love pork chops with applesauce. But I adore this pork roast that is coated in peach (or apricot works too!) jam and slow cooked. It's so tasty...and everyone around your table is sure to love it! Get the full recipe for Slow Cooker Peach Glazed Pork Roast here. Welcome to our 31 Days of Slow Cooker Meals! July is a HOT month for most of us and one of my favorite … [Read more...]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
So I mentioned yesterday the Ranchero Chicken, which can be used as the base for this recipe. Of course, you could also just toss all the ingredients (minus the tortillas and cheese!) into the slow cooker and let it works it's magic. Oh, and your house will smell like a Tex-Mex restaurant and random neighbors might show up at your front door drooling. (hehe) Get the full … [Read more...]
Ranchero Chicken
Because I'm a food blogger and I'm always getting crazy in the kitchen...I don't find myself coming back to recipes over and over...and over and over. But this chicken recipe has become my favorite 'base' for many meals, including the Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup and the Chicken Enchilada Casserole. (Both of these recipes are part of the Gluten Free Costco Plan BTW!) I … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Refried Beans
This is the next recipe in the 31 Days of Slow Cooker Meals series. I may or may not have a little tex-mex food problem. Evidence here. And here. Oh, and over here. That was just in the last few weeks during all my conference travels. Two of those outings were a day apart from each other. It's a problem. It's also a problem taking 6 people out to dinner at a … [Read more...]
Balsamic Chicken with Spring Vegetables
This is THE PERFECT summer slow cooker dinner! It's light, tasty yet filling...and made with in-season veggies that you'll probably find on sale in your store! This would also be delicious with drumsticks, split chicken breasts or bone-in thighs if you're looking for a cheaper meat option. Hope you enjoy! Get the full recipe for Slow Cooker Balsamic Chicken with Spring … [Read more...]