tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28107785163167329482026-08-03T00:45:09.764-06:00A blog featuring the best slow cooker and crockpot recipes for busy families, cooking tips, and slow cooker and crockpot menus.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.comBlogger1578125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-23489927315165422672016-03-07T23:19:00.000-07:002016-03-08T07:02:03.687-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I love cooking in my slow cooker.  It can make life a lot less hectic.  One of my favorite things about the slow cooker is that dinner is prepared early in the day and it frees up my mind.  I don’t have to think, “What are we going to have for dinner tonight” all day long.  The worst part of making dinner is figuring out what to make, right?!  If someone would just tell me what to make or what they wanted for dinner I would be glad to make it.  So when I have a plan and follow through, it makes my day happier.  What is even better than a crockpot meal is a <b>freezer crockpot meal</b>.  All the thinking and prepping is already done.  I love to go to my freezer, pick out a meal, plop it in my slow cooker and turn it on.  This routine is especially appreciated on busy mornings or for busy working parents that won’t get home until 6 pm but still want a home cooked meal.</span></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244650273/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></span></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/03/slow-cooker-chicken-freezer-meals.html" target="_blank"><img alt="5 Slow Cooker Chicken Freezer Meals in Minutes (free step by step instructions)" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBtsCvpnCvaVWFt8mmR2MEIn_tTVqq4Hj4ZMOjgaxDvqa_RZ5Cd531oTHxSIjtYuKlV6c9e6jHXc30wfeqkIDHtVdCVrUS8MjHpMCWnPAIu15CYZUyZxos92Z0AYRupzrBvuuz7vpxExt8/s1600/5+slow+cooker+chicken+freezer+meals+in+minutes.jpg" title="5 Slow Cooker Chicken Freezer Meals in Minutes (free step by step instructions)"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244650273/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <br> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I know there must be others like me that would love to have several dinners <b>prepped at one time</b>.  I was able to do the grocery shopping for 5 meals in minutes and then prep the freezer meals and clean up in about <b>45 minutes </b>(but who’s counting). </span></span><br> <span style="font-family: &quot;times new roman&quot; , serif; font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%;"><br></span> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Today we will be making: </span></span><br> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2014/01/slow-cooker-recipe-for-chicken.html" target="_blank"><b>Chicken Enchilada Soup</b></a></span></span><br> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2009/12/day-323-asian-chicken-barbecue.html" target="_blank"><b>Asian Chicken Barbecue</b></a></span></span><br> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2012/06/recipe-for-slow-cooker-tarragon-mustard.html" target="_blank"><b>Mustard Tarragon Chicken</b></a></span></span><br> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/05/slow-cooker-cheesy-chicken-lentils.html" target="_blank"><b>Cheesy Chicken and Lentils</b></a></span></span><br> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/06/slow-cooker-chicken-sloppy-joes.html" target="_blank"><b>Chicken Sloppy Joes </b></a></span></span><br> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><br></span> <span style="line-height: 107%;">Because we are just using chicken in all the recipes it&#39;s cheap and really fast to get these meals together. I like to shop for chicken when it&#39;s on sale or buy it at Costco in the freezer section. The big bags of boneless, skinless chicken thighs at Costco are about $2 per pound and work wonderfully for these recipes. </span><br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><b style="line-height: normal;"><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244650273/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/03/slow-cooker-chicken-freezer-meals.html" target="_blank"><img alt="5 slow cooker freezer meals made in minutes--step by step directions" border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjni5c67yOjB60IlC-66BYIvdKCmbOkOxdEA-1zZGrFD1MLfO6zxeSkEZDTB0bdDDqqHqqmettO-20YE6gjAs0I-LRW_7Dhv04mj1SSRZFE1POHce0tJ32BZeVrOGeuGpdG8n2OZFelSm-T/s640/chicken+freezer+meals.JPG" title="5 slow cooker freezer meals made in minutes--step by step directions" width="640"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><b style="line-height: normal;"><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244650273/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></span></div> <span style="line-height: 107%;"><br></span> <span style="line-height: 107%;">I had a lot of the ingredients for these recipes in my pantry already and I bet you will too. So make sure to compare the grocery list with what&#39;s already sitting in your pantry before you head to the store. </span><br> <span style="line-height: 107%;"></span><br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/03/slow-cooker-chicken-freezer-meals.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-89691322930635846852016-03-05T22:50:00.003-07:002016-03-07T21:01:33.177-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Happy National Oreo Day! Yes, it&#39;s a thing. And if you love Thin Mints and Oreos you need to try these oreo pops. Basically it&#39;s mint oreos on a stick dipped in chocolate and dipped in sprinkles. Pretty tasty and fun for kids too.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/03/mint-oreo-pops.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Chocolate dipped mint oreo pops with green sprinkles. These easy to make treats are perfect for St. Patrick&#39;s Day and they taste amazing. I think they taste like a cross between oreos and Girl Scout Thin Mints. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOlmqglYupm7G8pDcB4T-RJHvmBGJr6ZP8hWyEkldtCvBfvW4nt7lgc1ARlEKfkmsdfzUdMiYSjtwCSvzb9JWpKsOM_j-ZgEDQYkQB93ctpbyy1tV3ooYTTy4yC7qqdZYq6bwHLRbjvjS8/s1600/mint+oreo+pops+dipped+in+dark+chocolate+for+st.+patrick%2527s+day.jpg" title="Chocolate Covered Mint Oreo Pops"></a></div> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244636146/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br></div> These are a <b>perfect treat for St. Patrick&#39;s Day</b> too. And really don&#39;t take much. Just oreos, melting chocolate, sticks and sprinkles.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/03/mint-oreo-pops.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Chocolate dipped mint oreo pops with green sprinkles. These easy to make treats are perfect for St. Patrick&#39;s Day and they taste amazing. I think they taste like a cross between oreos and Girl Scout Thin Mints. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiT6vnMKUn2Wr7E1oehSz8u3xghv126TqHIL-gyKWCwzpJURCNKWswtf7A0SGYeiFTBvXnbT2iQzreOfIsY_i8WPY0JhwUC3Y-a50i7PTMicGiC-7o8LakYInGJct_e0zFZI2VG-9seNQeY/s1600/mint+oreo+pops+covered+in+dark+chocolate.jpg" title="Chocolate covered mint oreo pops with green sprinkles"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244636146/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/03/mint-oreo-pops.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-88321215306826705082016-03-03T21:23:00.000-07:002016-03-08T14:33:57.905-07:00Don&#39;t buy cans or jars spaghetti sauce at the grocery store...make it at home! Make it at home in your slow cooker. It&#39;s super easy and tastes amazing after simmering all day long. Make a huge batch and freeze the leftovers for an easy dinner another night.<br> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244622008/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/03/easy-slow-cooker-spaghetti-sauce.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce: Don&#39;t buy cans or jars spaghetti sauce at the grocery store...make it at home! Make it at home in your slow cooker. It&#39;s super easy and tastes amazing after simmering all day long. Make a huge batch and freeze the leftovers for an easy dinner another night." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9SokqHs_kyO3GSdDAnJ-b8k8rFeouawmOpbCeVnn4pYr8sYMuqYYQx5FZVc_mwOXvrS8wvNIP5dmyAB6XKi2NxXazPdY7tRsi3gKpg6cOiy-Z9yZnYZbMqMiZTAa9zPSSo8VUuMxzw5cR/s1600/slow+cooker+spaghetti+sauce.jpg" title="Easy recipe for crockpot spaghetti sauce"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244622008/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <br> This is a meatless spaghetti sauce but if you want you can easily add in cooked ground beef or ground turkey or Italian sausage. I love all of the Italian flavors in this spaghetti sauce and I love how it tastes even better with more simmering. This is a recipe that you can literally leave on low in the slow cooker for hours and hours.<br> <br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/03/easy-slow-cooker-spaghetti-sauce.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-52790174557255708302016-02-29T15:24:00.000-07:002016-02-29T15:29:46.224-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> I love guacamole so much. I could eat it plain for every meal. This is like guacamole but stretched out a bit with the use of cooked white beans. The pureed white beans add creaminess and pick up the flavors of whatever you put into your guacamole (think lime juice, jalapeno, seasonings etc.). </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <i>This recipe is made possible by Hurst&#39;s Beans. Thanks so much for supporting this blog and its sponsors. </i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244600216/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/white-bean-avocado-guacamole-dip.html" target="_blank"><img alt="White bean avocado guacamole dip with tomatoes, red onions, garlic, lime juice, cilantro and jalapeno." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8Uve67ZRk10_uOjMYjIoYCCMPloC7NBgv-xRUz_3-sWV82tkBDjh31FHSekkCGXvt7ZFvZNktrbB38RPtXJ8jUqVl9cOh1ZHeHkpmMPkkgFY6G5nag4Jv3zw4Y5XVcFrfQe_M3iFZmwxo/s1600/guacamole+with+white+beans.jpg" title="White bean avocado guacamole dip with tomatoes, red onions, garlic, lime juice, cilantro and jalapeno."></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244600216/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><br></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> I love making dried beans in my slow cooker. I really think that the slow cooker is the best way to cook dried beans. They seem to turn out more tender and the texture is better than cooking them on the stove top. I don&#39;t have a pressure cooker but I&#39;ve heard they turn out well with a pressure cooker too. If I remember, I like to soak dried beans in water overnight with a bit of salt. This step isn&#39;t totally necessary but I just feel like the beans turn out better when they are soaked. If you&#39;ve forgotten to soak the beans you can always use the quick soak method</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/white-bean-avocado-guacamole-dip.html" target="_blank"><img alt="one package of hurst&#39;s great northern beans" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYE02-eLDkOrReXvZEWr-xpR3UQDgRxUAb8dq5OnNWbT1fO-O3A5H297Ye6qQil_I7ad_y1OfbRxeDJPIUqVbRvxtqLwPByFUjFY7AwkBc6yBu7pmjJhN-l25jyNB_Kl_DX9dXOy5S3rHx/s1600/hurst%2527s+white+beans+.jpg" title="Hurst Great Northern Beans "></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">One of the keys to having your beans turn out well is using high quality, fresh beans.<a href="http://www.hurstbeans.com/" target="_blank"> I love using Hurst&#39;s beans</a>. I can find them in most every grocery store and they are a great price. I love supporting family-owned companies too. For this recipe <a href="http://www.hurstbeans.com/products/16/great-northerns-with-ham-flavor" target="_blank">I used Hurst&#39;s Great Northern  Beans. </a></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: none; line-height: 24px; padding: 0in;"> <div style="background: #E7E6E6; border: solid windowtext 1.0pt; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; mso-background-themecolor: background2; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-element: para-border-div; padding: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;"> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: none; line-height: normal; padding: 0in;"> <b><u>How to quick soak dried beans:</u></b><b><u><span style="font-family: &quot;times new roman&quot; , serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: none; line-height: normal; padding: 0in;"> </div> <ul> <li>Use a colander to rinse the beans. Place the beans in a colander and run cool water over the top of the beans. Discard any dirt or stones.</li> <li>Add the beans to a saucepan. Cover the beans completely with water. They will soak up a lot of the water so make sure to get about 2 inches of water over the top of the beans.</li> <li>Bring the beans to a boil over high heat. Let the beans boil for one minute and then remove the pot from the heat.</li> <li>Cover the beans with a lid and let them soak in the hot water for one hour.</li> <li>Use a colander to drain the water off of the beans. Now they are ready to be used in your recipe!</li> </ul> <br></div> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdiyCYAeeldCAOFglqBiWW5seBbLh3g2fxzZ6EfMEqTSFwNJcqXTVLw6vKWVA18ch5HG2jP1vS7OsxMf_F3C8DkEk3Q7NcRX8NF8Cm0k-CixbPTLKF3q5pLEOS6vJ_G_PfTl-ZxPygjCuJ/s1600/great+northern+white+beans.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="dried white beans cooked in the slow cooker" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdiyCYAeeldCAOFglqBiWW5seBbLh3g2fxzZ6EfMEqTSFwNJcqXTVLw6vKWVA18ch5HG2jP1vS7OsxMf_F3C8DkEk3Q7NcRX8NF8Cm0k-CixbPTLKF3q5pLEOS6vJ_G_PfTl-ZxPygjCuJ/s1600/great+northern+white+beans.jpg" title="white bean avocado guacamole dip"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> After you&#39;ve cooked your dried beans you&#39;ll puree them or mash them. I used a fork and then a potato masher. I think for the sake of the kids&#39; preference next time I will throw the beans in the blender and puree them. But it&#39;s really up to you.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://white%20bean%20avocado%20guacamole%20dip/" target="_blank"><img alt="white bean avocado guacamole dip" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg12gBaw_kyKBGcdiZtf3IpEPYY0Bu4_pRowGgcQeRFHhwY5qS4oFL7tfwzpdS2Nnbrelf8g5rznwbrlWQFuAS_PkgFT_mXa-LZ230Z4inY9HJolieex9-HKiATVEEegGJF5wR7C1WUMG1N/s1600/white+bean+avocado+dip.jpg" title="white bean avocado guacamole dip"></a></div> <br> I used 2 large Hass Avocados. I always buy my avocados at Costco because they just seem to be better quality and have less brown spots...that&#39;s just my two cents.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1Vw3LoawZETicJj5cKETgGWX7hEFTtopZ4qzgZOBSEFVWsplCDk819xEExAqU5CB80R1jPUzerUACk9eF-Qsd5dnfNrHl3u0eDbVsm250V9vb9xsSVkHHTo6mmKXoiPhZzS9naXbV7HSu/s1600/avocados+cut+in+half.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="avocados sliced in half" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1Vw3LoawZETicJj5cKETgGWX7hEFTtopZ4qzgZOBSEFVWsplCDk819xEExAqU5CB80R1jPUzerUACk9eF-Qsd5dnfNrHl3u0eDbVsm250V9vb9xsSVkHHTo6mmKXoiPhZzS9naXbV7HSu/s1600/avocados+cut+in+half.jpg" title="white bean avocado guacamole dip"></a></div> <br> After you&#39;ve gotten everything mashed up you&#39;ll add in your favorite guacamole ingredients. Personally I love to add in a couple of diced Roma tomatoes, a little jalapeno, kosher salt, garlic, cilantro and lime juice.  The only bad part about guacamole is that it gets brown too quickly and there&#39;s no real good way to stop this. The good part is that this dip won&#39;t last long enough to get brown anyway! <br> <br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/white-bean-avocado-guacamole-dip.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-44645246093523298572016-02-27T23:31:00.002-07:002016-02-27T23:33:24.829-07:00Where are you from? What food or recipe best represents your state? These 50 recipes are inspired by our 50 states. I don&#39;t know about you but the southern states seem so delicious to me! All that good cooking is making me want to move to the south.<br> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; clear: both; color: black; font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; orphans: auto; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px;"> </div> <br> <div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; color: black; font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px;"> <div style="margin: 0px;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244590757/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-recipes-from-all-50-states.html" target="_blank"><img alt=" Slow cooker recipes inspired by the 50 states. Which state are you from? " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsD8A4eILZoJ4-BY5bwP0V1GC5a5LhaWS0VYhbEvU16PkrAGk6ETzhC-FQDDwod90WW-gVz2Pno6ERWNHhaR9Q2zziNXrXVKlMe0HEGU3WtauAMSAMLUn4kzW3jJLJprQno1f9JM3nmiNY/s1600/slow+cooker+recipes+from+all+50+states.jpg" title="Slow Cooker Recipes from all 50 states"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244590757/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <br> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;"><b>Alabama:</b> <a href="http://addapinch.com/cooking/slow-cooker-grits-recipe/" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Grits</a></span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 29.25px;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;"><b>Alaska:</b> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2012/04/lemon-dijon-salmon-with-dill-barley.html" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Lemon Dijon Salmon with Dill Barley</a></span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 29.25px;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;"><b>Arizona:</b> <a href="http://www.ayearofslowcooking.com/2008/04/easy-chimichangas-thanks-to-crockpot.html" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Chimichangas </a></span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 29.25px;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;"><b>Arkansas:</b> <a href="http://crockpotladies.com/recipe/crockpot-catfish-courtbouillon/" target="_blank">Crockpot Catfish</a></span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 29.25px;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;"><b>California</b>:<a href="http://funhomethings.com/2013/12/crock-pot-cilantro-lime-fish-tacos.html" target="_blank"> Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Fish Tacos</a></span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 29.25px;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;"><b>Colorado: </b><a href="http://slowcookergourmet.net/slow-cooker-denver-omelette-casserole/" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Denver Omelet Casserole</a> or<a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2012/11/recipe-for-slow-cooker-chile-verde-and.html" target="_blank"> Chile Verde</a></span></span><br> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 29.25px;">Connecticut (</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;">birthplace of pizza in America): <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2014/12/slow-cooker-pizza-soup.html" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Pizza Soup</a></span></span><br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-recipes-from-all-50-states.html" target="_blank"><img alt="I love this crockpot soup. It tastes like pizza and is so warm and comforting. " height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkMikRIKCGt-nD7MlAejzIXHuN0mWhTEWScDF-IR9E3EpXJuSDgfsWFccOxtW-pwLpZLLqcuIPcxiu-lJp0VMjS1-89xxLpzduzJoxQVhPqbMCNgzn8dWzsoMxY76J7SHJII95osTVmU2n/s400/slow+cooker+pizza+soup+recipe.jpg" width="267"></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 29.25px;"><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 29.25px;"><br></span></span><br> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 29.25px;">Delaware (</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;">state food is peaches)</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 29.25px;">: <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2011/08/slow-cooker-peach-cobbler.html" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler</a></span></span><br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-recipes-from-all-50-states.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Recipe for 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifp43IPIp3eDC7XC110QgTS94uU4nU4lera_zoP1TQPmReBtc-6XpBSfnKDBgo5IOvyCNGjafDu3sETRVsGVOL2qpC7_4BCJcOYEKyZ2QB-Irt7EWBs-D837CNCvgms5267LVKHzoEMj7K/s400/slow+cooker+peach+cobbler+.jpg" width="270"></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 29.25px;"></b><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 29.25px;">Florida: </span><a href="http://www.perchancetocook.com/2014/05/12/key-lime-pie-pulled-chicken/" target="_blank"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;">Slow Cooker</span><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 29.25px;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;">Key Lime Pie Pulled Chicken</span></a><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; line-height: 29.25px;"><span style="background-color: white; font-weight: bold; line-height: 29.25px;">Georgia: </span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 29.25px;"><a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2014/07/slow-cooker-cornbread.html" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Cornbread</a></span></span><br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-recipes-from-all-50-states.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Crockpot cornbread recipe! Perfect for those hot summer months when you don&#39;t want to turn on your oven." height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAc3V39dfQj_eT5OIWP_LwKZgqSDMLrFHFGAEhWKJPHxuSjDHqxxoppm6W9ZGbVpe8WTIKPFO3IAA9AOn6rx9dHr0CKvGl0uWeafzfZiwyRzlE3e86kEH8hZfnrgLsBc3csqiouMTVttgy/s400/crockpot+recipe+for+cornbread.jpg" width="269"></a><br> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; font-weight: bold; line-height: 29.25px;"></span><br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-recipes-from-all-50-states.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-24101903941779184902016-02-24T11:37:00.002-07:002016-02-24T12:38:38.737-07:00I&#39;m just super pumped about this brown rice that you can make in the oven! I had to share. I love brown rice and eat it all the time. The problem with cooking it on the stove is that sometimes it doesn&#39;t turn out great...certain kernels are crunchy and others are mushy. I found a way to make it in the oven that turns out perfect every time!<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/how-to-make-brown-rice-in-oven-and.html" target="_blank"><img alt="I&#39;m just super pumped about this brown rice that you can make in the oven! I had to share. I love brown rice and eat it all the time. The problem with cooking it on the stove is that sometimes it doesn&#39;t turn out great...certain kernels are crunchy and others are mushy. I found a way to make it in the oven that turns out perfect every time!" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0XmK-dbj7V76p25Y5k8sGfBsKgVdb-slPT40wlXEB2Q5qbB_AfPJLjijib7M5OpVtwKM0xgSXc2GIHqezMAb0E2xPwFh52MK7_jhXhej7PTkBDWWgb049ELVN9Rjt_Ovgv1MqSA_XJQKm/s1600/mushroom+brown+rice+in+the+oven.jpg" title="Perfectly cooked oven baked brown rice in the oven"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244569986/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <br> I love podcasts and listen to them all the time. One that is on my play list is <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-test-kitchen-radio/id494586581?mt=2" target="_blank">America&#39;s Test Kitchen. </a>The other day as I was listening, Bridget talked about the way that she makes brown rice in the oven. I was intrigued and tried it that day. It turned out perfect. I&#39;ve made it this way ever since. I love that you can just stick it in the oven and not worry about it. It does take an hour but it takes 45 minutes on the stove so it&#39;s not that much longer than usual.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/how-to-make-brown-rice-in-oven-and.html" target="_blank"><img alt="garlic parmesan oven baked brown rice " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNajAcXy48CuBudCe_ARGWZZ-qOGrefBWlLCxhVTFWirm1VsnMFetlBXU1-QyLzGIfdpOuSTrluNmmM4zLD3Ut82I1eIwvBP9HjJAridwbmBCGjTPC3xlt9QZR4ZtzLlapKv1j72jJdCWL/s1600/how+to+make+rice+in+the+oven.jpg" title="how to make perfect brown rice in the oven"></a></div> <br> You can make plain brown rice with this method or you can make something a little more interesting. I decided to use the same ratios that they mentioned in the podcast but to add some ingredients to make it an interesting side dish to serve with chicken. I decided on parmesan cheese, diced mushrooms and some garlic. I loved the results. Perfectly cooked rice that had loads of flavor. I love this method and I am going to use it from now on.<br> <br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/how-to-make-brown-rice-in-oven-and.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-60038983926264828772016-02-18T13:29:00.002-07:002016-02-18T13:32:30.084-07:00<div style="text-align: center;"> <i>Slow Cooker Butternut Squash: a simple side dish recipe for butternut squash in the slow cooker that can be prepped in minutes. </i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-butternut-squash.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Butternut Squash: a simple side dish recipe for butternut squash in the slow cooker that can be prepped in minutes. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN8vhX3NYHYi3JpBs8AHns6IflxtPz6tFUkHZASAqeQJn7tTnpmV2LTBtEOng0CG-9TvZwsiMR32zsfYphuamn_uDDrzb9WIteaPRnLBspwwvJnvNjSdxItXuZwkJ2lBm1e6Jd5egxZA2m/s1600/butternut+squash+in+the+crockpot.jpg" title="Slow Cooker Butternut Squash: a simple side dish recipe for butternut squash in the slow cooker that can be prepped in minutes. "></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244535327/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br></div> As you know, I appreciate Costco. I really like a lot of the produce that is offered there. The last time I went I saw a 2 pound bag of cubed butternut squash. Because the peeling and cutting of squash is the main reason why I don&#39;t eat it much I decided to go for it and buy this bag of orange cubes. It was a great plan. Because although my kids and husband don&#39;t appreciate squash much, I truly love it. I was able to make this squash in the slow cooker and then eat it for lunch for several days after.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-butternut-squash.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Butternut Squash: a simple side dish recipe for butternut squash in the slow cooker that can be prepped in minutes. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgziXjBB1I04TgRpJCPn2DhM7alhmku8KMf7rcI9PlPKlsvq7i4Zadz_OXcd_CVxml_joyF-Lf2WO6nEKh9r20zfhjkFitInFhnyPxyWyMkHKUzv_bCvsbIf87zgsxvc7ibzi5-sNQYN23f/s1600/slow+cooker+butternut+squash+recipe+side+dish.jpg" title="Slow Cooker Butternut Squash: a simple side dish recipe for butternut squash in the slow cooker that can be prepped in minutes. "></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244535327/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><br></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> The really great thing about butternut squash is that it really reminds me of sweet potatoes. And I love sweet potatoes. But guess what??? Butternut squash although similar in taste, texture and look to sweet potatoes it is much much lower in calories. I could have eaten two pounds of it for like 400 calories. Whereas sweet potatoes would have been about 775 calories--almost twice as many calories. It also has half as many carbs. So that&#39;s kind of great, right? Plus butternut squash has a lot of vitamin A and vitamin C. Hooray!</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> If you have cubed squash already to go this recipe literally takes seconds to make. I used my <a href="http://amzn.to/217hnh1" target="_blank">casserole crock,</a> but you can use a regular slow cooker too. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-butternut-squash.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Butternut Squash: a simple side dish recipe for butternut squash in the slow cooker that can be prepped in minutes. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5cTCzlDwqWL5lh90wMzlqt6FHdhG0Mjv2FWVHtcmMhYwnus_EJz_OPy8ruRmKk5WtK3mTOF9ICYer_5zw6K8TNAHVAiQ8Gs1FqFjJnBQtA1aTlg-SSQFsQz8HO_OyRHWygpCX2UR5P3DY/s1600/slow+cooker+butternut+squash+recipe.jpg" title="Slow Cooker Butternut Squash: a simple side dish recipe for butternut squash in the slow cooker that can be prepped in minutes. "></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244535327/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i></i></b></div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-butternut-squash.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-73073240163007984562016-02-16T11:54:00.001-07:002016-02-16T11:59:08.662-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <i>Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes and Chives--a perfect side dish for dinner or a potluck, with only a handful of ingredients and the crockpot doing all the work this will be your new go-to recipe.</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-cheesy-potatoes-and-chives.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes and Chives--a perfect side dish for dinner or a potluck, with only a handful of ingredients and the crockpot doing all the work this will be your new go-to recipe." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ0R7szROjtg7KhZsNArcA41a5dldQ2rmXWznNtFuTDiBv5I2GkH7PwAjpu6_NY3JyBELiOA8H4mZtd-qlTRrIewk3XAzfkcibtJ64oAg11h-F1h33nQ9sxSq60KV93FWFRWx1GGd8X66k/s1600/crockpot+cheesy+potatoes+and+chives+recipe.jpg" title="Crockpot cheesy potatoes with chives"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244523963/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div style="text-align: left;"> This is totally my kind of recipe--</div> <div style="text-align: left;"> a. calls for ingredients always found in my kitchen</div> <div style="text-align: left;"> b. super fast to get into the slow cooker</div> <div style="text-align: left;"> c. tastes amazing and is a crowd please</div> <div style="text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-cheesy-potatoes-and-chives.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes and Chives--a perfect side dish for dinner or a potluck, with only a handful of ingredients and the crockpot doing all the work this will be your new go-to recipe." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE1eIaS0J3N8tzRwronHm-BNpDk0i4osypM0HKViHwR1tr1HFT3fLkb0zLHda2jcfRauuJiQ0O956bDhTbIJnrXprujvwWJuk5i197tN_hBcqbiAA9CEX1adzsYTs22ZW9DoJjQNPvmi8k/s1600/cheesy+crockpot+potatoes+with+chives.jpg" title="Slow Cooker Cheesy Potatoes Recipe"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244523963/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-cheesy-potatoes-and-chives.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-28932412719926220042016-02-09T14:17:00.001-07:002016-02-09T14:20:24.953-07:00This post is brought to you by Sargento<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: x-small;">®.</span><span style="font-family: &quot;calibri&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">The content and opinions expressed are always my own.</span><br> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <i>A savory, low carb breakfast casserole made in the slow cooker with eggs, cauliflower, leeks, mushrooms, sausage and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. </i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-low-carb-breakfast-casserole.html" target="_blank"><img alt="A savory, low carb breakfast casserole made in the slow cooker with eggs, cauliflower, leeks, mushrooms, sausage and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpvdgv7vkegHEea_QefIIygxzDgkcClv9KhLJQ9wF9F_tMFqvU1w2GESvuwd3lGAHRRyYEVwEVAZHBq0ZqttQAFBxdqFZ3yq9EBdlZX9sHbsyLxbmb1Tk3AoRINZ_kWAa_kp-X4KOm-6cQ/s1600/piece+of+breakfast+casserole.jpg" title="A savory, low carb breakfast casserole made in the slow cooker with eggs, cauliflower, leeks, mushrooms, sausage and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. "></a></div> <br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244480984/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br></div> You know what&#39;s been fun for me and my kids lately? Watching cooking shows together! They love the Chopped Junior show and the Kids Baking Championship on the Food Network. They&#39;ll come home from school and watch an episode or two that they have recorded. The other night my 7 year old son comes into the kitchen and gets a little grater and an orange and starts zesting an orange. When I ask him what he&#39;s doing he tells me that he learned it from the cooking show. Um, but what are you going to do with that zest? He doesn&#39;t know. I had a good laugh at that one.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-low-carb-breakfast-casserole.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1-p9_kLnXv86RCTfIsgbp39tOFOc62w0nZg-lhCcHpeXvM73jH8i-Z2QE96CeDRQJPB2lh-aVDMJ_dHQGqTpHGB86Kj9KxglcIqi0ySOA5zz77ggN3me8rrU_U6ATmPEVyXihL2t-_3uo/s1600/kid+zesting+an+orange.JPG"></a></div> <br> When I&#39;m in the kitchen, sometimes I like to pretend I have to make something in a certain amount of time or with only a limited number of ingredients. It actually makes me a lot more creative to have limitations. Weird, right?<br> <br> Well this recipe was that way for sure. <b>What would you make if you had to make a recipe with</b> <b>Sargento Cheese, cauliflower, crimini mushrooms and leeks?</b> I played around with the idea of making some sort of soup but decided against it...I just wasn&#39;t sure how it would turn out. Instead, I decided to make an egg casserole in the slow cooker. You could totally make this as breakfast for dinner in you wanted. I loved how the cauliflower was sort of the base of the dish. And although very healthy and low calorie, it almost took the place of the regular hashbrowns you&#39;d typically use in a recipe like this. Of course you can&#39;t eat a breakfast casserole without a healthy amount of cheese on top. I went with the Sargento sharp cheddar because it&#39;s a high quality cheese that is cut from blocks of 100% real, natural cheese. I love using sharp cheddar for recipes like this...it just adds so much more flavor than mild cheddar.<br> <br> <b>I really want to know what you would make with these ingredients!</b> Pretend you&#39;re on Chopped, give yourself a time limit and let your imagination run while. Let me know it turns out. I also really think you should enter your recipe into the <a href="https://goo.gl/3bHRWa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Food Network Chopped Challenge.</a> You could with $5000 and a trip to NYC to compete in a televised Chopped cooking challenge for $10,000. Seriously, wouldn&#39;t that be so cool? I always wonder how I would fare in a challenge like that...they never use slow cookers on those shows, so I can imagine that I would probably be the weakest link.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://goo.gl/3bHRWa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih6ICv90ruNv3PiMxj05ZkLhBXJxq0XI6OwlEp7xsp8z_hfOyAMwxx-Me7vmJt7tX1G1yvft9gcGdW6PSEBXZDd7gdwJ7kBW-wHR7Gpd2fa5s8jvhnSsaA6XYMsVEg8IgNuGqvU2eJmwHd/s1600/sargento+chopped+challenge.png"></a></div> <br> You&#39;re going to start this recipe off with cauliflower florets. I cut mine fairly small because I wanted them to blend into the dish instead of getting a big chunk of cauliflower when I stuck my fork in for a bite. I slightly blanched the cauliflower (in the microwave for easiness sake) and then drained it and added it to the bottom of the slow cooker.<br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-low-carb-breakfast-casserole.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-58124692330230040162016-02-09T12:59:00.002-07:002016-02-09T13:02:08.051-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> Leeks!<br> I don&#39;t use them often but when I do I never remember how to clean them and cut them and which part to eat (is it the leafy green part or the white part?).<br> <br> So I&#39;m actually writing this post for myself so that I can reference it in the future. If it helps you too then WAHOO! Chances are, you are smarter than me and already know this :) If that is the case then you can move on to bigger and better things like making...<br> <br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2012/09/slow-cooker-crock-pot-cheesy-potato-and.html" target="_blank">Cheesy Potato and Leek Soup</a><br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2012/10/healthy-slow-cooker-crock-pot-tomato.html" target="_blank">Ham and Bean Soup</a><br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2012/12/recipe-for-slow-cooker-crock-pot-easy.html" target="_blank">Potato and Bacon Soup</a><br> <a href="http://whatsgabycooking.com/bacon-brussels-leek-pizza/" target="_blank">Bacon Brussels Leek Pizza</a><br> <a href="http://www.cookincanuck.com/2015/11/slow-cooker-pork-chops-cranberries-leeks-recipe/" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Cranberries and Leeks</a><br> <a href="http://www.daringgourmet.com/2015/05/07/spaghetti-with-leek-alfredo/" target="_blank">Spaghetti with Leek Alfredo</a><br> <a href="http://www.runningtothekitchen.com/soba-noodles-with-leeks-sweet-onions-and-egg/" target="_blank">Soba Noodles with Leeks</a><br> <a href="http://www.tasteandtellblog.com/homemade-macaroni-and-cheese-with-ham-and-leeks/" target="_blank">Homemade Macaroni and Cheese with Ham and Leeks</a><br> <a href="http://beardandbonnet.com/green-curry-soup-with-cauliflower-and-leeks-gluten-free-and-vegan/" target="_blank">Green Curry Soup with Cauliflower and Leeks</a><br> <a href="http://goodcheapeats.com/2012/03/eat-your-spinach-recipe-skillet-poached-eggs-with-spinach-pea-tendrils-and-leeks/" target="_blank">Skillet Poached Eggs with Spinach and Leeks</a><br> <br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/how-to-clean-leeks.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-16158602908926747632016-02-08T12:37:00.001-07:002016-02-08T12:46:41.512-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <i>Easy slow cooker recipe for Louisiana red beans and rice--not too spicy but plenty of flavor!</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/easy-slow-cooker-red-beans-and-rice.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Easy slow cooker recipe for Louisiana red beans and rice--not too spicy but plenty of flavor!" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhux_BvF4MbaVNIFM3c5Y0k_4b_uHJ56fzWn9SstLRx_8ivrfnWMKPmk8NLgb8wMDbkLsBQ8eFrzKXiEVq4_wVWJsGr8mZcxvunCfzBs-GLBWLzQ1D7diPLdGa1DaIbJOEBGf8fuAePP61/s1600/slow+cooker+red+beans+and+rice+recipe.jpg" title="Easy slow cooker recipe for Louisiana red beans and rice--not too spicy but plenty of flavor!"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244474821/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br></div> Seeing as tomorrow is Mardi Gras, I decided to make a slow cooker red beans and rice recipe to celebrate. As I started taking pictures of this recipe my kids were home from school with some friends. They were all hungry so I scooped them a bowl of beans and rice. They loved this recipe! &quot;Can you give my mom that recipe? It&#39;s so good!&quot; I didn&#39;t know if the kids would like it because it&#39;s a bit spicy (not bad) but they did. Yay!<br> <br> This recipe is really easy. I debated on whether to make dried red beans or just use canned beans. I decided to just use canned beans for the sake of time but if you&#39;re interested I&#39;ll come up with a dried bean recipe in the future. It would be super easy (but just take more time to cook).<br> <br> This recipe uses easy to find ingredients. The only thing I had to search for was the Andouille sausage (a cajun-seasoned sausage). There was only one brand available at the grocery store that I went to, but I did find it.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/easy-slow-cooker-red-beans-and-rice.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Ingredients for red beans and rice" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQiMNi1F6O7lX9n2R4I_zRKzWKSYt4hoSnfeTkEHeSYx7H_1fzvMSaU3Hne5TTL1yXiUizlQJIMLBlVnn7EeqccuMWTPHU6J8YBMLqOVUVhUwqdO0oHXcEycID6HOGSXZftSw0nN6kh8ye/s1600/ingredients+for+red+beans+and+rice.jpg" title="Easy slow cooker recipe for Louisiana red beans and rice--not too spicy but plenty of flavor!"></a></div> <br> I like to soften up my onions and bloom the spices at the same time using the microwave. Don&#39;t laugh--I actually learned this method from America&#39;s Test Kitchen. No need to dirty a pan, just use a medium microwave safe bowl.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/easy-slow-cooker-red-beans-and-rice.html" target="_blank"><img alt="saute onions in the microwave easily" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFr-iExM1QBKEfE354k6ph3aSiMGThxh70SMTSStEZnW8sDdBuGab09uDEdStCakTJ4Ec7gtN-q05MI_-pQFVqIte2xBhKmIkEUESXJons-g6_C3nWUuffzubsm9rLKOZRJSUErtclFdyw/s1600/onion+and+seasonings.jpg" title="Easy slow cooker recipe for Louisiana red beans and rice--not too spicy but plenty of flavor!"></a></div> <br> You&#39;ll pile the softened onions, the sausage, drained beans, diced green peppers and all the other ingredients into the slow cooker and turn it on for a few hours and walk away. I decided to cook the rice separately on the stove because I have gotten mixed results with rice in the slow cooker and I just didn&#39;t want to take the chance that this wouldn&#39;t work out. It was a good choice. I liked the dry rice paired with a wetter almost stew-like beans and sausage.<br> <br> Get your Cajun on and make some red beans and rice!<br> <br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/easy-slow-cooker-red-beans-and-rice.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-89676506886012004482016-02-06T20:32:00.000-07:002016-02-06T20:37:13.533-07:00Hi there,<br /> Can you please take this 2 question survey? It should take less than 60 seconds. I so appreciate it, I truly value your opinion.<br /> <br /> <iframe src="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XZxzCZ96ZmVv76G7jym527l_FGMopdmNORn_CRp7N5E/viewform?embedded=true" width="550" height="1000" frameborder="0" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0">Loading...</iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-83097569649503759162016-02-05T05:00:00.000-07:002016-02-05T09:44:05.368-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Do you love chocolate? Is your day not complete until you have at least some chocolate? Do you get panicky if you can&#39;t eat any chocolate after dinner? Do you love to dream about chocolate desserts? Me too, friend. Me too. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> This recipe is what all our dreams are made of. It&#39;s very rich and intensely chocolate. It&#39;s smooth, almost mousse-like, but also very dense. It&#39;s like a creamy brownie. You&#39;re going to love it. I insist that you serve it with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-nutella-brownie-pudding.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Nutella Brownie Pudding and 23 more Nutella Recipes" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcngsq5sqaIuNNqtx8SPoTQPFjclsyWGdJT997b4cWqVdSjcagR41Xpmu7eiqcfJJ9JEKuLdIWhV0lCeUL_rLUUexo0PZl_xggte8Gj7mhlc4Mhq-VfwwWPNpE7drDx0qwfeBi9cbh_aVt/s1600/brownie+pudding+recipe+with+vanilla+ice+cream.jpg" title="Slow Cooker Nutella Brownie Pudding and 23 more Nutella Recipes"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244456207/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Today I&#39;m celebrating World Nutella Day. Yes, there is such a thing. And I believe that to be part of the human race you must use some Nutella today. I know that I&#39;ll be celebrating all day! I really want to make this brownie pudding again and I think World Nutella Day is a great excuse to do just that. If you don&#39;t get a chance to make this today you really should make it for your loved ones on Valentine&#39;s Day. They&#39;ll be yours forever if you do.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> I used my <a href="http://amzn.to/1nQSNCR" target="_blank">Bosch stand mixer </a>to make this recipe, but don&#39;t worry if you don&#39;t have one...<a href="http://amzn.to/1T1BFa0" target="_blank">a hand mixer</a> will work too. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-nutella-brownie-pudding.html" target="_blank"><img alt="nutella brownie batter" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9bv9BIYZItUWBc7c8llpFMffzIr5ou50_TfVbhKFQhGiCu8weKBK86Qw-ZkanRGxQbLF5z3zh7upsTR64oMN0INV4-P5bAVPQh1MZzwZS4-U2qmzzdY0Mv_bM1cbPlRYWfIcjqU5CsOXc/s1600/nutella+brownie+batter.jpg" title="Nutella Recipes that are amazing"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244456207/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> For this recipe you&#39;ll use a little technique with paper towels. I love paper towels when I &quot;bake&quot; in my slow cooker. The paper towels prevent condensation from dripping down onto the food. I like to use 2 layers of paper towels. I simply place them over the top of the slow cooker and then secure the towels in place with the lid. I use this method when I make <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2013/08/recipe-for-slow-cooker-banana-nutella.html" target="_blank">banana bread </a> and <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2014/11/slow-cooker-cranberry-apple-crisp.html" target="_blank">crockpot apple crisp</a>.,,anything that you want to stay dry on top and not get mushy.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-nutella-brownie-pudding.html" target="_blank"><img alt="use a paper towel on your slow cooker to soak up condensation" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTi91FZDrB74z3NxJI5uSeRQxDN2vOwxz7hTfNZrt2YSvqnov3oIleVCC4rz7pGziK2StSzKQvj6J_kOzE1yHIzMl4HHEi4ZDortdWINdDQciVI4l3Sm-EdoIgaQ3tLHRYSUNJEjE7Ua07/s1600/paper+towel+under+the+crockpot+lid.jpg" title="Slow Cooker Nutella Brownie Pudding Recipe"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244456207/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><br></b></div> I used a water bath as well for this brownie dessert. I filled the slow cooker with about 2 inches of water and then I inserted my batter-filled pyrex into the slow cooker. This ensures the dessert will cook more evenly.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-nutella-brownie-pudding.html" target="_blank"><img alt="use a water bath in the slow cooker for desserts" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8E7GRI0ec3UgiSCwH-6e2O5fdU7e0rMUQbrZRPxZ2LPL-9gUX3_Rluc7JPE8MqTeKIRPlgzTRjf1FOqgVnlJOByQoCIVBit9MMyBG8a8FVgd5Qxrwlwm79zV68HqNsBjZW9LABTaflX5L/s1600/nutella+brownie+pudding+batter+inside+crockpot+water+bath.jpg" title="nutella brownie pudding "></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244456207/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> I baked my brownie pudding for 3 hours on high. It was cooked all the way through but still very moist. This really reminded me of a large version of Carnival&#39;s Warm Chocolate Melting Cake. If you like it more pudding like and less cooked, you can start checking for doneness at about 2 hours. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-nutella-brownie-pudding.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Crockpot Nutella Brownie Pudding" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7tvy1AT-maUCnWqrVdoVCC7jhZVrGdsCioyD89lvKRIiCsmNx4ulXtYI32CX-kyPIK0yIx3yDcjRyi8nw4PhLtAXDyczfKHq1YMZk0eedQwxdDqO9Lvok6tqwh96cnAgRyN5V2Q_lLduO/s1600/slow+cooker+brownie+pudding.jpg" title="Slow Cooker Nutella Brownie Pudding"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244456207/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> The picture below is really helpful in showing the moisture content and texture of this dreamy dessert. It&#39;s like moist gooey brownies. If you love the middle brownie in the pan, you&#39;ll like this dessert. If you prefer the crunchy edge pieces, you may not love this dessert. And again, I insist you serve this with vanilla ice cream.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-nutella-brownie-pudding.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Nutella brownie pudding in the slow cooker" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbd7Pm1slLXQQsNg4jF8qyVOUCjjJTnTpYk76SD_pn_kg4XVnrB266nt7BaNXRmmecV5OIk9Qf-y0ycBNaHoDXb6s3z99x7owE0aCbWGpif9eGyMfbrSgutsvDD0CpuQDJMpviU-RhMOoE/s1600/crockpot+recipe+for+nutella+brownie+pudding.jpg" title="Nutella Brownie Pudding made in the crockpot"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244456207/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><br></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Let&#39;s celebrate World Nutella Day, guys! Come on. It only comes once a year, after all.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-nutella-brownie-pudding.html" target="_blank"><img alt="23 Nutella Recipes" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4onaeTlxRuaqTRjB3ovYFPAUHvE-3kIztpQ29yL_Ibpo4-E2rUzJnB1nDxbcEXWZTo8HIsUhwH6Gze6TXwxDk8LXIcD9NclvTzWdnLKKq8BnuzJshXBAkJ2_jE2yfWoxxm_LocgV-S__P/s1600/nutella+recipes+collage.jpg" title="23 nutella recipes"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244456212/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> This year I&#39;m teaming up some talented food bloggers to #celebratefood2016. Here are some other amazing nutella recipes that we have come up with this month.</div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/slow-cooker-nutella-brownie-pudding.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-19831200711612500832016-02-03T15:03:00.003-07:002016-02-03T15:21:22.366-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <i>This easy slow cooker recipe for creamy, cheesy spinach dip is perfect for any party. It takes just minutes to make and is a crowd pleaser!</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/easy-slow-cooker-spinach-dip-recipe.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Easy Crockpot Recipe for Spinach Dip--cheesy and creamy" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-T07Px1yVLHdIY2CmgQjBi8bijf-u35rsVgg5y4Jh4arviG5MThGrU7LpXBAJOwX25YKidIh0q25JkHSF3hQBzLQMkv98_fU-sRqAXO1QTAiOyiZ8amUJtYjk7IM_SRh9dL-Dmbnn_FKf/s1600/slow+cooker+spinach+dip+recipe+.jpg" title="Easy Recipe for Slow Cooker Spinach Dip"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244444178/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><br></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: left;"> You know what I love? Those occasions where there&#39;s just a bunch of different appetizers and finger foods and you can just pick all night. This recipe is great for those parties. Make a batch and serve with a bag of tortilla chips and you&#39;re set. </div> <div style="text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div style="text-align: left;"> You&#39;ll just need a few ingredients to make this recipe--frozen spinach, onion soup mix, parmesan cheese, sour cream, garlic and cream cheese. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/02/easy-slow-cooker-spinach-dip-recipe.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Ingredients for easy slow cooker spinach dip" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPZme9OarQbB6U9C0XWTIxud4MEf-QkZqO8mRYhyuUk0XDJX4H3MJ64cvx1mg5RsMVu86ArQ4p8LvPQ-62CVpGrIDJjyF8Md2biz7p6rJ-HZ_UVDkduq5w_eXHb4Wnwqy86GSqfKprC9p-/s1600/ingredients+for+spinach+dip.jpg" title="recipe for easy crockpot spinach dip"></a></div> <div style="text-align: left;"> <br> </div><a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/02/easy-slow-cooker-spinach-dip-recipe.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-44276914312468239762016-02-02T08:39:00.000-07:002016-02-02T08:42:01.426-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <i>These meatballs are the perfect appetizer for your Sausage Bowl Party this year. With only 3 ingredients and the use of your crockpot they literally take 3 minutes to prepare. They are super flavorful with a little bit of savory and a little bit of sweetness.</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <i><br></i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2010/01/day-351-cocktail-meatballs.html" target="_blank"><img alt="These meatballs are the perfect appetizer for your Sausage Bowl Party this year. With only 3 ingredients and the use of your crockpot they literally take 3 minutes to prepare. They are super flavorful with a little bit of savory and a little bit of sweetness." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6jI75LGJM2JjD7EcfLZxjc0kB0LYmGjWR2puuamxs8qiU-AHUNGbRPwTOA3E_wIpxCkaI5E7UUHXkRRVU9xAuec528tL3Y1MCWdWCE7GPWM-E5OfinWifftwgg81038zFi5BgA6hcn2g7/s1600/easy+recipe+for+3+ingredient+party+meatballs.jpg" title="Slow Cooker 3-ingredient Party Meatballs"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244436131/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br></div> Whether you&#39;re hosting a football watching party or attending one you need to make these meatballs! I promise they will get eaten up in 2 seconds flat. Everyone will be asking you for the recipe. It may get a little bit embarrassing when you tell them that they just have three ingredients--frozen meatballs, grape jelly (I know), and chili sauce. That&#39;s it! Really. It sounds weird but they are so good.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2010/01/day-351-cocktail-meatballs.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Party Meatballs" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGL2bsAFuAR-UGTYAiJYFkOL9boANcJY_87uuTjdnfo70_-SozHFLW3XEeDtPzwHnILEwa7lkPHXNIuAkucAdMQtWSKB7TkN06JJ-nc4XfFQHDBOVDkyle9iyZCvTclDDQAI8vlnkyXMl1/s1600/3+ingredient+party+meatballs.jpg" title="Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Party Meatballs"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244436131/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2010/01/day-351-cocktail-meatballs.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-29241246165701412512016-01-30T13:56:00.000-07:002016-01-30T14:39:33.502-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> This Fudgy Wudgy recipe is iconic in my family. It has been around for 25 years and has been a staple for potlucks, Sunday desserts, &quot;I&#39;m bored&quot; desserts and &quot;I don&#39;t want to risk trying a new recipe when I know this one is the best&quot; desserts.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2013/04/the-best-cookie-bars-in-world.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Fudgy Wudgies Recipe-The Best Cookie Bars of All Time. We make these all the time. They are everyone&#39;s favorite. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4XUiLGCNaFENOrYV42_o9K9sV-yvcg6Run1xVezAIh0uo3OigUqP13XAD5Ms_AAGfsDSISYCX0b44j-vt7J3ZYT5DgnU6DcyGmGAeDTAfeM_wbLbAJw7x-yqbgm7XPbUBBgWjcwzxsgkI/s1600/step+16.jpg" title="Fudgy Wudgies Recipe-The Best Cookie Bars of All Time"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244419493/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><br></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> As my sister, Nicole said, <i>&quot;These might possibly be the Bellessa family&#39;s most well known dessert. Apparently they are known around the world. I acquired this recipe from Mrs. Kay Dell Nelson&#39;s Senior Sampler class at Great Falls High School back in 1991. We each had to submit a recipe for our class cookbook and then when it was our turn, we had to make the recipe and shared it with the class. Scott Hatler brought these bar cookies to class and I was hooked and have been making them ever since. I personally love the name (I didn&#39;t make it up) and am a firm believer that they wouldn&#39;t be known around the world if they were called chocolate oatmeal bars.&quot;</i></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2013/04/the-best-cookie-bars-in-world.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Fudgy Wudgies Recipe-The Best Cookie Bars of All Time. We make these all the time. They are everyone&#39;s favorite. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTE09tylO_AcvVSHjeTykRggJndqmUJ62fVexLOzdyRXuU2awkMPdwmNMvETqPXa_WTKV6-8xbcZjyG6PUqzie8oneZfemmyqLRu28g7hDmU3lGTGXP2PkBCOGinVU0dGPv1puLcO7aSJU/s1600/step+13.jpg" title="Fudgy Wudgies Recipe, oatmeal, chocolate goodness"></a></div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; text-align: center; vertical-align: baseline;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244419493/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #3e3e3e; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> <b>The reasons that I love these cookie bars:</b></div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #3e3e3e; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> a. I always have the ingredients to make them in my pantry.</div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #3e3e3e; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> b. I love the dough. The dough it so good. Basically it&#39;s oatmeal cookie dough but then you also make this melted fudge chocolate mixture and when you eat a little bit of the cookie dough dipped in the chocolate it&#39;s so amazing.</div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #3e3e3e; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> c. They taste good straight out of the oven but they also taste amazing 24 hours after you make them. When they first come out of the oven they are ooey gooey and we serve them in a bowl with a spoon  and top them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. After they set up they look like the pictures above. The fudge in the middle has solidified and they are more like a cookie bar. Both ways are delicious. My husband prefers them right out of the oven. I prefer them set.</div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #3e3e3e; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> d. They are hard to mess up. Unlike regular cookies that can go flat these are just stuck in a pan and put in the oven. The biggest deal is making sure you don&#39;t overbake them. But I will walk you through it, don&#39;t worry.</div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #3e3e3e; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> e. Everybody likes them. Period.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2013/04/the-best-cookie-bars-in-world.html" target="_blank"><img alt="step by step pictures on how to make oatmeal chocolate cookie bars" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6iQKHFGIcBySv9iEY96slqZiFCs-dr6dKWOcsHVKNnv0sHwvf56lMGRV91cv4SPRWpkKH3ywWh39VEG_xLBmADgehIXGZUXZIr9agkcF6l2TgpsdRSdxJM14xZnun_1ywPeEE5YAQ3BpR/s1600/fudgy+wudgy+step+by+step+guide.jpg" title="How to make fudgy wudgies recipe"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244419493/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #3e3e3e; line-height: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> </div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2013/04/the-best-cookie-bars-in-world.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-31596748971519032922016-01-27T22:54:00.003-07:002016-01-27T22:54:57.052-07:00Happy 7 Year Anniversary to 365 Days of Slow Cooking!<br /> <br /> I always remember how old my blog is because my son was just 6 months old when I started blogging. He's now 7 1/2. WHAT?! It's crazy how time flies.<br /> <br /> I'm so grateful for the opportunities and successes I've been blessed with these past 7 &nbsp;years. Thank you to all of you who come to my blog and comment and share it. You are a blessing to me.<br /> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"> <img src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61qzR3vvxOL._SX497_BO1,204,203,200_.jpg" height="400" width="399" /></div> <br /> To celebrate let's do a little giveaway.<br /> I'd like to give away my book, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/162108812X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=162108812X&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=365dayofsloco-20&amp;linkId=MYTMAN2EDUM744YF" target="_blank">Slow Cooking Fast</a> and both of my <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2014/07/crockpot-freezer-meals.html" target="_blank">freezer meal e-books.</a><br /> Enter to win below :)<br /> <br /> <a class="rcptr" data-raflid="0feaad7422" data-template="" data-theme="classic" href="http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/0feaad7422/" id="rcwidget_69ulbw0y" rel="nofollow">a Rafflecopter giveaway</a><br /> <br /> <script src="https://widget-prime.rafflecopter.com/launch.js"></script> <img src="http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd202/jmrammell/365sig.png" /><br /> <script data-pin-hover="true" src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js" type="text/javascript"></script>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-71680508049402561542016-01-26T11:22:00.000-07:002016-01-26T11:28:30.982-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Thick and creamy and cheesy--this slow cooker bean dip is sure to be a hit at your football party (or any other event for that matter). Be prepared, this stuff is addicting! And the best part of this recipe is that it is easy to make and very hands off, leaving you with lots of time to do other things. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/best-slow-cooker-bean-dip.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Creamy and cheesy slow cooker bean dip recipe" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEij7BvyuYpy7esiCR_G4Yf5wPk4OlGqM5rIQbS31Vbz-idxseFMfvFMsgN3J3uVkq_fzWpYc9Sda9D1l8bFgMaR-LvrisDRa66hDYTHREh1gL_TwMMVIqb-m6u5ILM7qdi_bTuGrhVD1uXJ/s1600/crockpot+recipe+for+bean+dip.jpg" title="Creamy and cheesy slow cooker bean dip recipe"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244398476/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br> <i>This recipe is made possible by Hurst&#39;s Beans. </i><br> <i>Thanks so much for supporting my blog and its sponsors.</i><br> <br></div> <div style="text-align: left;"> The base of this recipe is homemade refried beans. Don&#39;t click out of this window! Refried beans are soooooo easy to make from scratch and guess what? They taste so much better than the stuff from a can. Basically you add dried beans and water to a crockpot and let them cook for several hours. They taste amazing...I could actually just eat the refried beans plain!</div> <div style="text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/best-slow-cooker-bean-dip.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Best dip to bring to your superbowl party...it&#39;s creamy and cheesy and delicious" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFQ9Pk6Zi3ym-HQ6tiqF3iCGuUG5Q7MuXKC0ynwoFZTKqaR1BSP-kEdUIs7tVotw8Cdb51DV4KiUiuKwnZ4Zz-NNpC1iNg24i4FqIsklvXqu6rIUTzjygmXSdZUsczdp0IfxViSyLAmon2/s1600/gluten+free+bean+dip+crockpot+recipe.jpg" title="Creamy and cheesy gluten free slow cooker bean dip"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <i style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244398476/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2009/09/day-239-slow-cooker-hot-bean-dip.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-92150039043046113022016-01-25T15:16:00.000-07:002016-01-27T11:58:09.309-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Need a warm bowl of comfort without the guilt? Try this creamy, satisfying taco chili soup for dinner this week. It tastes amazing and it&#39;s a cinch to make. With the help of your slow cooker you&#39;ll be all set.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/slow-cooker-creamy-skinny-taco-chili-soup-recipe.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Creamy and Skinny Taco Chili Soup Recipe. You can use ground turkey, ground chicken or ground beef in this recipe. This soup is satisfying and creamy but not cream based." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc-2xr8UAcVsRdgiDXohyphenhyphenZgpPf2TbS0T_ujhhNGhfaMc1W7XICEg006AkYr25G-ARMJZ1vkXrdtqrJ2RtVNgJ0322Oxdh574UvDYjJNiFpug3v56foNKlKn6ZPyfiji5su8-B13EpMDvC6/s1600/Slow+Cooker+Creamy+and+Skinny+Taco+Chili+Soup.jpg" title="Taco Soup Recipe in the Crockpot"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244394091/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> One of the ways I get inspiration for my slow cooker recipes is simply reading regular non-slow cooker recipes. My mind is always racing to think &quot;how could I make this into a slow cooker recipe?&quot; Sometimes, it&#39;s hard and doesn&#39;t work out and sometimes it&#39;s simply a matter of putting the same ingredients into my crockpot and cooking on low for a few hours. When it comes to stews, soups and chilis the slow cooker is a master chef. I love making soups in the slow cooker and letting them simmer all day long. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/slow-cooker-creamy-skinny-taco-chili-soup-recipe.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Creamy and Skinny Taco Chili Soup Recipe. You can use ground turkey, ground chicken or ground beef in this recipe. This soup is satisfying and creamy but not cream based." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwppe2afS8XdxpItbA3l4zpZyff2V1h9jwo8SPD9rpGY5wzJa7fgu9_roHcE8A6qfvxvWwSXepTMoAXTWK9e76Ujwg59wyoNC-YqlYBZTXMRvKTyow95UPx8KcZ6kO_yPZq2DY2rL9vdLp/s1600/skinny+turkey+taco+chili+recipe+in+the+crockpot.jpg" title="Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe that uses ground turkey"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><i><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244394091/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></i></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> I got the inspiration for this particular recipe from a fellow food blogger, Gina of <a href="http://www.skinnytaste.com/2011/02/turkey-chili-taco-soup.html" target="_blank">Skinnytaste</a>. I changed it up to make it my own and I also slow cooked the soup instead of making it on the stove. I love how this soup has a creamy thick consistency without heavy cream. To thicken the soup, I used a can of refried beans which goes along nicely with the Mexican theme. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! This is such a perfect supper and I love eating the leftovers for lunch the next day. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/01/slow-cooker-creamy-skinny-taco-chili-soup-recipe.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-68220156942430746852016-01-22T19:34:00.003-07:002016-01-22T19:39:12.196-07:00<div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">Hey all!<o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">If you<a href="http://instagram.com/365dayscrockpot" target="_blank"> follow me on Instagram</a> you may remember seeing some cruise pictures recently. My husband, kids and I all went on a Holland American (HAL) cruise to Half Moon Cay (HAL’s private island), St Thomas, San Juan and Grand Turk. </span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/how-to-pack-for-a-cruise.html" target="_blank"><img alt="10 things you will be glad you packed for your cruise vacation! As you are packing for your cruise, remember to include these items! They are so helpful." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj03-FYAmUdlCBe_QyZwZwMnXQVD6WwXdjLz7enkvJpkFmcWuZVVAmKQAbfI2psYzSuChDRtObMmuiksrUdgYrVNASUR2lSd7CLxOdhnNkUbn7DpYKzsATcJFD3SYFMaSZqivfBbLEI891I/s1600/10+items+to+pack+for+your+cruise+vacation.jpg" title="10 things you will be glad you packed for your cruise vacation!"></a></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244377740/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></b></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"> <br></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">We cruised out of Fort Lauderdale and enjoyed every minute. Our family loves cruising! We are always looking for good deals on airfare and cruises. I’ve been on 15 cruises total…which seems like a lot. We once met a guy on one of our cruises and it was his 100^th cruise…wow! </span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/how-to-pack-for-a-cruise.html" target="_blank"><img alt="10 things you will be glad you packed for your cruise vacation!" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8iCN99o4nIZO2ue9zVyVSehL47aKIbSbnAyemb2QSBuFz8iv2RiuseIjpQFpywqXeyk8dLs0oAxF96Tit4EOjujr9fAzHrK1nEI-4Db7U_mQmKHl74MXqRYeZx8cSMXh7omQuy2c7At0T/s1600/dinner+on+the+cruise+ship+holland+america.JPG" title="10 things you will be glad you packed for your cruise vacation!"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-size: x-small;">My daughter and I at dinner. We loved looking at the menu and deciding what to order. It is my favorite part of cruising!  I really loved the food on Holland America. I actually felt like it was the best cruise food that I&#39;ve ever had.</span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">Many of our friends ask us cruising questions and we love to help answer them. Mostly I refer them to my husband because it’s pretty much the travel expert. It’s a hobby of his to plan trips. I think he likes the planning part just as much as the trips themselves. He just always likes to have something to look forward to.</span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/how-to-pack-for-a-cruise.html" target="_blank"><img alt="10 things you will be glad you packed for your cruise vacation!" border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJfZXPZ1h-OUyuSbxNKv-vdj_t03W3UyMgyFXp_z72xEV7PxZZK-m42RCmw31SNxxkGmRv_LTsN1HzpBKBaBlwkBKck9g1u8Y5FiBL9tJF608KkppMM_6O04DTXDSVzKAH5UgtgyVCfKy6/s640/el+morro+san+juan+puerto+rico.JPG" title="10 things you will be glad you packed for your cruise vacation!" width="480"></a></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">El Morro in San Juan Puerto Rico</span></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">Anyhow, there are a few things that I’ve learned to bring on my warm weather cruises. These may help you out too if you have a cruise planned!</span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/01/how-to-pack-for-a-cruise.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-71617969728250862212016-01-19T22:16:00.003-07:002016-01-19T22:16:50.962-07:00<div class="MsoNormal"> Today I’m doing an awesome giveaway that I know you&#39;ll love. <span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 1.3;"><a href="http://wp.me/P76VNe-G" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You could win a “Big Game Party Pack” f</a>rom Mrs. Wages®, Orrington Farms®, Southern Gourmet Desserts® and Land O’Lakes Cocoa Classics®. There will be several winners chosen s</span>o make sure to scroll to the bottom of the post to enter.</div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <o:p></o:p></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> If you read my last recipe post it was all about nachos—our favorite football food. Or anytime food for that matter. My husband is a huge fan of that processed cheese on nachos…I’m more a fan of guacamole myself. <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/crockpot-shredded-beef-nachos-casserole.html" target="_blank">Anyway you make them you need to try this perfect shredded beef that I serve on top of them. I give you the simple instructions on how to make perfect shredded beefin this post here.</a> It’s really easy. Seriously, there’s no reason for you to have tough, dry beef. It’s just inexcusable, okay? Never again. Never again.<o:p></o:p></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/big-game-party-pack-giveaway-and-review.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Perfect shredded beef for nachos, burritos, tacos, quesadillas, salads etc. Easily made in the crockpot. Only 2 ingredients. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqdgh9WKv8XJQSCxYtqjcFeLnDKrsJdJxfh4iVv__023k2CMp6zI2jc1DxB48tyk_vHG1N6WPc5aWZPnYotIvs9yKE1jl4iY0I63BQhiITW6o-wyeicfVrakuVZ-RRIbOvYcVapQW5cgAW/s1600/shredded+beef+for+nachos.jpg" title="Perfect shredded beef for nachos, burritos, tacos, quesadillas, salads etc."></a></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br> </div><a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/01/big-game-party-pack-giveaway-and-review.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-1101568095384925672016-01-19T14:04:00.001-07:002016-01-19T14:07:59.519-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> We all love nachos--they are the quintessential football food. I decided to take the big ol&#39; plate of nachos and put them into casserole form. Serve this casserole up for all your football watching parties. Oh, and don&#39;t worry because this recipe makes 2 large pans so there will be enough for everyone.</div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/crockpot-shredded-beef-nachos-casserole.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Nachos Casserole (with Crockpot Shredded Beef and White Queso Cheese Sauce)--the perfect food for all your football watching parties!" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4agi7QgTB6IP794ksWxeCXH66lyFn16RYIsbH0I1CGFMF7Onsft3_YdRYTuNsx4RVjp9ecKFnBgFBIOA0sgCqKZzt7-QTeh69oB127TnvJmX5bEHkaNu2toHFteIw78GSkYDdQrjDnAxy/s1600/shredded+beef+nachos+casserole+with+avocados.jpg" title="Nachos Casserole (with Crockpot Shredded Beef and White Queso Cheese Sauce)"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244360829/" target="_blank"><b>Pin it </b><b>for later!</b></a><br> <br></div> <i>This recipe is sponsored by Orrington Farms. Thanks so much for supporting my blog and its sponsors!</i><br> <br> Want to know how to make the perfect shreddable beef for all your favorite Mexican foods (tacos, burritos, salads, enchiladas, nachos, quesadillas, etc.)? I will tell you. And you&#39;re going to be happy, because it is sooooo easy and only takes 2 ingredients plus (hands off) time in the slow cooker.<br> <br> First you get the right cut of meat. This is an important step. You go to the grocery store and you look in the beef section for &quot;chuck roast&quot; or &quot;chuck eye roast.&quot; If I watch the store ads I can usually get it on sale for $3.99 a pound. Then you cut off any excess pieces of fat on the roast and stick the roast in the bottom of your slow cooker.<br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/crockpot-shredded-beef-nachos-casserole.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Perfect crockpot shredded beef--great for nachos or enchiladas" border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy1_Eek4YxRDJQeMisIJHb7AXsmrLQI2tdw0avpJzYIF030QVwecknQFWpeD3heJ1_dyYd6oNVhxI7yYFMZqIUAcGl6x9-MA2VQidkTdTb1Rurdw9_eNNJF_7FlVMLXOfxJMWxk8EphzVY/s1600/shredded+beef+for+nachos.jpg" title="Nachos Casserole (with Crockpot Shredded Beef and White Queso Cheese Sauce)"></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244360829/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></b></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <br></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> Now for all the southwest flavors we all love, you&#39;ll use a packet of <a href="http://www.orringtonfarms.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Orrington Farms Slow Cookers Southwest Style Chicken Mix. </a>Don&#39;t worry that it says &quot;chicken&quot; on the package it can be used with chicken or pork or beef. Then you&#39;ll mix the seasoning with 1 cup of water and pour the mixture over the beef. Put the lid on the slow cooker and cook all day long (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005MMNBDO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B005MMNBDO&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=365dayofsloco-20&amp;linkId=26IJJQFGOBCAOFAZ" target="_blank">this is the slow cooker I used</a>). Resist the temptation to lift the lid because it lets out all the steam and that&#39;s what is cooking the meat. You&#39;ll know your meat is done when it&#39;s easily shreddable with a fork. This will take about 8-12 hours on low. If it&#39;s not shredding easily it needs more time to cook. How easy was that? I like to shred the meat on a cutting board and then return the meat to the slow cooker and stir it up with all the juices and seasonings.</div> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/01/crockpot-shredded-beef-nachos-casserole.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-79420986136586266782016-01-14T13:48:00.000-07:002016-01-14T13:50:56.628-07:00Hey hey hey!<br> <br> Happy 2016 everyone! I&#39;m back after a little break and happy to be here. I hope you are all having a wonderful January so far.<br> <br> For me, January is probably my first or second worst month. It&#39;s between January and February. They are both so cold and dreary, the holidays are over, all the yummy Christmas treats are gone. Back to life, back to reality, back to healthy eating.<br> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2016/01/healthy-slow-cooker-soup-recipes.html" target="_blank"><img alt="10 healthy slow cooker soup recipes that don&#39;t taste healthy! Are you wanting to eat healthy without the sacrifice of taste? Try these 10 easy slow cooker soup recipes that are also quite healthy." border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo8BsB4jDCfVCiOHkuRYif7fJGyq7nYMmdxe9xqCb9bSecLu7y2tm-CcZkLx0aGLY_rQHypk77uIZuLnz9NhNRaRlmQBj4vZToxk0efccqvu8gaf7zYIE5sM2JVyWZCalEQ3G7q_sn4PzJ/s1600/10+healthy+slow+cooker+soups.jpg" title="10 healthy slow cooker soup recipes for new years"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244331097/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></b></div> <br> Well, I guess healthy eating doesn&#39;t have to be horrible after all. Here are 10 warm and comforting soups that you need to make pronto. It may just make January your third worst month instead of your first worst month :)<br> <br> <i>Note: I like <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005MMNBDO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B005MMNBDO&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=365dayofsloco-20&amp;linkId=UBOFAFEKBXJIK4SO" target="_blank">to use my 6 quart slow cooker </a>for all of these soups.* <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/06/best-slow-cooker.html" target="_blank">This is my favorite slow cooker. </a></i><br> <br> <b>1. <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/10/slow-cooker-greek-lemon-chicken-soup.html" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken Soup</a></b><br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/10/slow-cooker-greek-lemon-chicken-soup.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWnl5MO4Z_BzrMYcDOC3EM6qd7t1nnfN7PySMtXw9FU06Pw0QpwoMTRkhU65FDM6LtcFvsQEXzQqgO7RnzdjlcNTIRvHPM5A2abIdkTdVNrjsBpzHgK-TfjCvJWFj2GRX8NpG93bHXhrJ5/s640/Slow+Cooker+Recipe+for+Greek+Lemon+Chicken+Soup.jpg"></a><br> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512243899203/" target="_blank">Pin Greek Lemon Chicken Soup for later!</a></b><br> <br> <i>Ingredients you&#39;ll need for this soup:</i><br> <div style="background-color: white; border: none; line-height: 24px; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; padding: 0in;"> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 7 1/2 cups chicken broth <span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 medium onion, julienned<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 8 garlic cloves, minced<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 lemon, zested and juiced<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 - 1 1/2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 3 egg yolks<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 cup uncooked couscous<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> Salt and pepper<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> Feta cheese<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> Fresh chives</div> </div> <br> 2. <b><a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/10/slow-cooker-turkey-barley-mushroom-soup.html" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Ground Turkey Sausage, Barley and Mushroom Soup</a></b><br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/10/slow-cooker-turkey-barley-mushroom-soup.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Crockpot turkey sausage and barley soup. So easy to make and really delicious." src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmc4yZgqDKB_DMHfLORIXJBq2o7Ib9rAVY8YkxQTvl-5AXe7CNtYwaxPjYA3inn9LbvRHFGfCkWwp4ltwBrWwwD1sKydJWNbhqwIejwLNf63TmOsUOwlpfP7HIUSeukF_OeSHlJlPLEBP7/s640/crockpot_recipe_for_barley_and_vegetable_soup_with_turkey_sausage.jpg"></a><br> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512243871650/" target="_blank">Pin Turkey Sausage, Barley and Mushroom Soup for later!</a></b><br> <br> <i>Ingredients you&#39;ll need for this soup:</i><br> <div style="background-color: white; border: none; line-height: 24px; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; padding: 0in;"> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 lb turkey sausage <i>(we always find<a href="http://www.jennieo.com/products/84-Lean-Mild-Turkey-Breakfast-Sausage-Roll" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> this kind in the freezer section</span></a> of the grocery store <a href="http://www.norbest.com/product/traditional-turkey-sausage" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">or sometimes we can find this kind</span></a> in associated food stores)</i><span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 medium onion<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 Tbsp tomato paste<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 cup diced celery<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 2 carrots (smallish) diced or grated<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1/2 cup pearl barley <i>(I always buy this in the bulk section of my Kroger/Smith&#39;s grocery store)</i><span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 3 1/2 cups chicken broth <i>(or you can use water and bouillon)</i><span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 cup water<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 (14.5 oz) can petite diced tomatoes <i>(I like the petite because they aren&#39;t such big chunks and therefore you can hide them better from picky kids)</i><span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 3/4 tsp salt<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1/4 tsp black pepper<i> (or more to taste)</i><span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 1 bay leaf<span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> 2 cups diced mushrooms<i> (you can leave this out but we super love mushrooms at our house)</i><span style="font-family: &#39;Times New Roman&#39;, serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"> <br></div> </div> 3. <b><a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/02/slow-cooker-broccoli-cheddar-soup.html" target="_blank">Broccoli Cheddar Soup</a></b><br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/02/slow-cooker-broccoli-cheddar-soup.html" target="_blank"><img alt="A Gluten Free and Lighter version of Cheesy Creamy Broccoli Soup...it&#39;s also made in the slow cooker for ultra ease and no fuss!" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5PfEKoju3WpKponaST0LxC7_Zhyphenhyphenk5SwiDQrPpSFXFkNPOXzrw-SwLwuLqF72eM_vzCRNdH_aoMryn72-erEoKvwTClPhHmwvnhd6yx006ByTBqbj-TIJHZX0lrCnOID65_nFeCiAYHkPG/s640/crockpot+recipe+for+broccoli+cheddar+soup.jpg" width="432"></a><br> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/200550989633262865/" target="_blank">Pin Broccoli Cheddar Soup for later!</a></b><br> <br> <i>Ingredients you&#39;ll need for this soup:</i><br> <div style="background-color: white; border: none; line-height: 24px; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; padding: 0in;"> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">1 lb yellow butter potatoes<o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">2 cups chicken broth <i>(or veggie broth)</i><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">1 medium yellow onion, diced<o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">1 tsp olive or canola oil<o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">2 green onions <i>(green and white parts all diced up)</i><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">2 garlic cloves, minced<o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">1/4 tsp ground thyme<o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">1/2 tsp salt<o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">1/8 tsp pepper<o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">1 lb frozen broccoli florets, thawed <i>(I just kept them on my counter all morning)</i><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">2 oz extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated <i>(using extra sharp will give ultimate flavor so you don&#39;t have to use as much)</i><o:p></o:p></span></div> <div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"> <span style="font-family: inherit;">1/2 cup half and half <i>(you can also use fat free half and half or even </i></span> </div> </div> <br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2016/01/healthy-slow-cooker-soup-recipes.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-51326749326098041222015-12-30T09:23:00.001-07:002015-12-30T09:28:11.124-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <br> Happy almost 2016! Before we ring in the new year, let&#39;s take a moment and look back at 2015. These recipes were the most popular recipes from 2015. I&#39;m always a little surprised at what makes the list and even at what doesn&#39;t make the list. That just goes to show how much I know! What was your favorite recipe from 2015? <b>Leave a comment and let me know what recipe you&#39;d like to see in 2016! I&#39;ll take requests :)</b><br> <b><br></b> <br> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/12/popular-recipes-2015.html" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTy-1PlXKOgipvPe17z3wS-F9ccMtgSYeyjNC4Bp5ufrSRsXFdnPYVE7ZLv8XXI5YSW49jmilhmeX4Nt_9xRY5ZOhvxhQEJG4pEDiYRvTKU2aFh_ThSSOY_xCkYzw_AXzODwmuHLbuyR-_/s1600/most+popular+recipes+of+2015.jpg"></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244245643/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></b></div> <b></b><br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2015/12/popular-recipes-2015.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2810778516316732948.post-47041547932306217742015-12-26T10:54:00.001-07:002015-12-26T10:59:56.559-07:00I don&#39;t know about you but I love a good dip! What makes it even better is when you can make it in the slow cooker (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FFJ6CY4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B00FFJ6CY4&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=365dayofsloco-20&amp;linkId=HZZR4ODZ44GJQMYA" target="_blank">I like this size for dip</a>s). Here are 10 dips that I think would go great at your New Year&#39;s Eve celebration. Happy New Year! Bring on 2016 :)<br> <br> 1. <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2012/05/recipe-for-one-dish-slow-cooker.html" target="_blank">One Dish Velveeta Rotel Dip</a><br> <i>Ingredients needed:</i>Velveeta cheese, Rotel tomatoes and ground sausage<br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2012/05/recipe-for-one-dish-slow-cooker.html" target="_blank"><img alt="Crockpot Recipe for One Dish Velveeta Rotel Dip" height="373" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq0lZdyCBwvCgKgHjzrC5SA4wdiLknoxLJTJpvQa1y008OPsvGXpGy9ryIqZNbsjCZbQdyiLdxJc7LmcLqjuR5sF477Ngas3Hiekfm6J-3G439XB3gSA2W-THStzrp1P7Y0DooKVtBHgYc/s400/021.JPG" width="400"></a><br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244223628/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></b></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <br></div> 2. <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2010/01/day-342-symphony-bar-fondue.html" target="_blank">Symphony Bar Fondue</a><br> <i>Ingredients needed: </i>Symphony bars and heavy cream<br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2010/01/day-342-symphony-bar-fondue.html" target="_blank"><img alt="CrockPot Symphony Bar Fondue (2 ingredients to heaven in your mouth) #dessert #chocolate" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiphV4UM6EHn-wmav-bX9d93t9auNm-t2C839UwwEv2aLRXm6xuseSfnRMiAx-lQ3KgCmglnlZAtLKTH1Ion3wAV3kREtnUjlL3p7MA1ervVZJ7JkiIv4PSnFz1j-zYS_y9X2wEuB7mZt4/s640/CrockPot+Symphony+Bar+Fondue+(2+ingredients).jpg" width="430"></a><br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244223628/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></b></div> 3. <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/06/slow-cooker-buffalo-chicken-dip.html" target="_blank">Buffalo Chicken Dip</a><br> <i>Ingredients needed: </i>chicken breasts, cream cheese, Frank&#39;s hot sauce<br> <a href="http://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/2015/06/slow-cooker-buffalo-chicken-dip.html" target="_blank"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH651kAYiq_Vk0Q6n2g9c732VBvgknBGEO5GHH8MISeqvTzdt3DGH3b1-oTC5FJ8_iilvAJYhHCHJXKh8Ri1JCJudzrc_z2qCaAaClwEKrgNCvQO4SZZmmEIMl840SxebmzgElQ873-TZl/s640/Slow+Cooker+Buffalo+Chicken.jpg"></a><br> <div style="text-align: center;"> <b><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/153896512244223628/" target="_blank">Pin it for later!</a></b></div> <br> <a href="http://365daysofcrockpot.blogspot.com/2015/12/slow-cooker-dips-new-years-eve.html#more">Read the rest here »</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02644514672031552472noreply@blogger.com0