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Slow Cooker Basics
I just came across this great blog over on recipetips.com and I thought that I would share it with you - it's got everything from how to clean your crockpot to great features that you can choose from in today's world of slow cookery. About Slow Cooking Slow cooking is a cooking method that uses an electrical countertop appliance referred to as a slow cooker. Slow cookers are often referred to as Crock-Pots®, which is actually a brand name for a type of slow cooker.Ten Tips for Slow Cooker Success
Slow cookers are a fabulous tool for busy parents, busy spouses, and just plain busy people. It's hard to find time to cook a delicious and healthy meal where you're rushing off to work, picking up the kids from their multitude of activities, or just trying to unwind after a hard day.
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Breville's Slow Cooker Has Made Me a Crockpot Convert
Recently I was approached by Breville, an Australian kitchen appliance company, asking if I was interested in experimenting with their shiny new slow cooker. My initial response was no: I'm not a huge fan of slow cookers and I've never really understood their appeal. Then YumSugar pointed out that since I hadn't cooked with one, I was the ideal candidate to give it a try.
Simple Supper: Slow Cooker Cuban Chicken
The majority of you love your slow cookers, but many commented that you don't like a bunch of preparation before hand. While I understand the ease of throwing everything into a pot and letting it cook, just 20 minutes of effort can take a dish from just OK to truly scrumptious. That is the case for this slow cooker Cuban chicken; it requires browning, but it greatly enhances the dish.
Slow Cooker Tex-Mex Turkey Wraps
One of the great things about a slow cooker (or crock pot, as it's sometimes called), is that it's a versatile kitchen item. Everyone might not agree, but here's the thing: a slow cooker can be used to feed two, a family, or even a crowd.
Add that fact to the simplicity of using it and is it any wonder that I love mine so much?
Slow Cooker Pumpkin-Apple Dessert
My family went pumpkin picking on Friday (my boys got a couple huge pumpkins I'll be cooking up) and apple picking yesterday. We have about 4 bushels of apple we were given. I love this time of year!Slow Cooker Potted Lasagna
Don't ask me why it's called this, because honestly, I have no idea. But I must say that it looks absolutely scrumptious and I have a feeling that this recipe could become a staple in my diet! Anything with pesto these days...
Slow Cooker Caramelized Onion Pot Roast
Sometimes, a traditional recipe for the slow cooker is just what you need. With fall coming and cold nights creeping upon us, there might be a night you just want to come home to some good old comfort food. And what better that a pot roast?
Slow Cooker Turkey Chili
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I hope you have all been enjoying the recipes that I've been posting. I absolutely love to cook, and while I love to cook food that is more "gourmet", so to say, the reality of my life is that I just don't have the time. I cook 3 or more times a week (utilizing leftovers!), and really feel that good food doesn't have to be complicated or take all day.
Slow Cooker Chicken Fettucine Alfredo
And the winner is...Chicken Fettucine Alfredo! Thank you to everyone who voted and don't worry, I'll try and post all the recipes that you guys sounded really interested in. Maybe today if you're good.
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