Crock pot tips and recipes

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  • JennyVirginia
    JennyVirginia Posts: 69
    Bump.....thank you all for these wonderful recipes!!!
  • krissielynn87
    krissielynn87 Posts: 214 Member
    bump :)
  • dzmikki
    dzmikki Posts: 236 Member
    This is the best site for crock pot recipes. HUNDREDS of recipes. Its kinda like the pinterest of crock pot stuff.... lol

    http://punchfork.com/recipes/slow-cooker
  • lovinglifemore
    lovinglifemore Posts: 49 Member
    I have one night a week where I prep loads of veg for crockpot meals then freeze it in bags so I just need to throw a bag in the crockpot in the morning and come home to yummy food. It means I can buy veg in bulk and makes weekdays far easier (I work long hours).

    I bought a timer if the meal needs fewer hours than I'm at work for. I use my crockpot most days.

    Thank you, excellent idea! Its all about simplifying!
  • jagh09
    jagh09 Posts: 555 Member
    This is making me hungry! Great posts/ideas. Thanks everyone.
  • fihealth
    fihealth Posts: 165 Member
    Indian food, especially vegetarian is a great resource - can have loads of flavour and be less calorie dense than typical American or UK fare. For instance: Dal Makhani -- just use skim milk instead of cream and could use fat free yoghurt instead of ghee or butter. Recipe example: http://versatilekitchen.blogspot.co.uk/2011/05/dal-makhani-lentils-and-kidney-beans.html

    Happy slow cooking!
  • jagh09
    jagh09 Posts: 555 Member
    I use mine to make a lot of different soups-- especially Indian dal recipes. If you want to make something with bay leaves or cardamom pods or something you want to strain out before eating, try using a tea ball! I put all those kinds of things in there, then lift the whole thing out when it's time to serve. Then nobody accidentally bites into a whole peppercorn and complains that it's too spicy. :-D

    Awesome idea! Thanks for the tip.
  • ShirleyFed5
    ShirleyFed5 Posts: 35 Member
    I often use mine for pulled pork, but thought I would try the same thing with chicken. Put meat and a jar of salsa in crock pot and cook all day. Shred the meat and put on rice or in kaiser buns. So good.
  • Seminolegirl97
    Seminolegirl97 Posts: 306 Member
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  • mviegas1
    mviegas1 Posts: 46 Member
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  • GMKF
    GMKF Posts: 11 Member
    Stuffed peppers with ground turkey,. Add rice seasoning and veggies like grated onion, garlic and carrot to keep meat moist. Cover with tomato sauce and cook on low for about 6 hours. Yum!
  • losinghollyann
    losinghollyann Posts: 9 Member
    Bump, and thanks for sharing, everyone!
  • 1dresch
    1dresch Posts: 19
    bump
  • jagh09
    jagh09 Posts: 555 Member
    New to MFP. What does bump mean, please?

    Someone told me that "BUMP" stands for "Bring Up My Post", so that it'll show up in your message board history and you can find it later. :)
  • samasche1
    samasche1 Posts: 64 Member
    Made Shredded Chicken Tacos last night!

    5 boneless-skinless chicken breast
    12 oz. jar of salsa
    2 TBS ground Cumin
    1 small can diced jalapeños (desired temp)
    1 small can green chilies

    Directions:
    Lay chicken breast in bottom of slow cooker-mix together rest of ingredients and pour over chicken. If chicken breast are frozen, cook on high for 4 hours-then low for 4 hours (or low for 8 hours) ; for thawed chicken breast cook on high for 4.
    Remove the chicken & shred; fill hard or soft shell tortilla with desired amount.
    With slotted spoon (to drain excess water) dish salsa/chilies/jalapeño mixture onto chicken-follow with desired toppings & enjoy!

    THESE ROCK & are about 200-250 cals each depending on what tortillas/toppings you use!

    *NOTE: you can skip the tortillas and make a taco salad using a bed of lettuce--saves you an easy 100 cals!
  • labrennan
    labrennan Posts: 132 Member
    bump...all recipes sound great!
  • jackielovestolaugh
    jackielovestolaugh Posts: 7
    mm sounds delish!
  • yana922
    yana922 Posts: 1
    sounds delicious, will make tomorrow!:smile:
  • Sheila_Ann
    Sheila_Ann Posts: 365 Member
    bumping!
  • vguynes
    vguynes Posts: 753 Member
    Bump! I need the recipes!
  • kbugsmeemaw
    kbugsmeemaw Posts: 107 Member
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  • Ante_Up
    Ante_Up Posts: 141 Member
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  • txdahl
    txdahl Posts: 107 Member
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  • ChasingAmyLiz
    ChasingAmyLiz Posts: 145 Member
    http://nummersbynumbers.blogspot.com/2012/12/crockpot-baked-potato-soup.html


    My blog has some great low calorie ideas including this AMAZING loaded baked potato soup which rings in at only 212 calories per bowl!
  • mandipandi75
    mandipandi75 Posts: 6,035 Member
    Crockpots are good for keeping food warm at buffets... now the new ninja... I'd like to check that out! You can brown in it.
  • Jackieb301
    Jackieb301 Posts: 140 Member
    Bump!
  • beachbrat52
    beachbrat52 Posts: 9
    Veggistrone - The Diet Soup Recipe
    Makes: 10 servings, 2 cups each


    To make ahead: Prepare through Step 2 and refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 months; finish Step 3 just before serving.
    Cost per serving: under $2.50

    2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    2 cups chopped onions (2 medium)
    2 cups chopped celery (4 medium stalks)
    1 cup chopped green bell pepper (1 medium)
    4 cloves garlic, minced
    3 cups chopped cabbage
    3 cups chopped cauliflower (about 1/2 medium)
    2 cups chopped carrots (4 medium)
    2 cups green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces, or frozen, thawed
    8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
    2 cups water
    1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
    1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
    1 15-ounce can kidney or pinto beans, or cannelli beans rinsed
    1 bay leaf
    4 cups chopped fresh spinach or one 10-ounce package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
    1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

    1. put everything in crock pot
    2. cook for 608 hrs. on low
    3. Discard the bay leaf. Stir in basil. Top each portion with 1 tablespoon cheese.

    Per serving: 169 calories; 5 g fat (1 g sat, 3 g mono); 4 mg cholesterol; 25 g carbohydrate; 0 g added sugars; 7 g protein; 8 g fiber; 641 mg sodium; 718 mg potassium. Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A (123% daily value), Vitamin C (87% dv), Folate (23% dv), Potassium (21% dv), Calcium (16% dv).

    You can also add red pepper flakes or hot sauce if you like. I have added and subtracted certain veggies and added seafood also. Try addidn Baby Bok Choy instead of cabbage. YUM!
  • Reesecup312
    Reesecup312 Posts: 236 Member
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  • fdlafon
    fdlafon Posts: 259 Member

    Super Easy Chicken
    4-5 Frozen skinless boneless chicken breast
    1 package dry italian dressing mix
    1 cup warm water or fat free chicken broth

    place chicken in bottom of crockpot, sprinkle dressing mix over chicken then pour water or broth over chicken. Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours.

    Well crap - I grabbed ranch mix, rather than Italian. I knew it didn't sound right, but I couldn't remember. I hope it tastes ok tonight . . .
  • suzeqnow
    suzeqnow Posts: 14 Member
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