November 5, 2010
Call for Recipes: Crock-Pot Favorites
Lately I’m feeling the need to use the crock-pot more than I used to. A little back story here. Remember how I told you all about how unhappy we were with Logan’s school? Well, about a month ago we got a call from one of the charter schools we had applied to. They had a few no-shows and did another lottery – guess what? Logan’s name was drawn. We were so excited! He is doing great there and we’re much happier with the school as a whole.
The only draw back is that I’m spending more time in the car driving to and from school. We used to be within walking distance and now it’s a 20 minute drive. It’s not as bad as I thought it would be and I actually don’t mind it in the morning because it makes us all get up and get moving on our day instead of putzing around. Eric picks up 2 days a week and I do the other 3. Those 3 days are the days that I find crock-pot meals to be a big help to me.
So….what’s your favorite crock-pot recipe? And while we’re at it, what kind of crock-pot do you have? My crock-pot is 8 years old and not so great to begin with, so I’m in the market for a new one. Do you have any suggestions?
Emily @ LaForce Be With You says
I love using my crock pot… mine is pretty old and was my grandmother’s so I may be in the market for a new one soon too.
I like to make turkey chili and pot roast and a few other things. I just tried this recipe last week and we loved it: Peasant Stew
http://find.myrecipes.com/recipes/recipefinder.dyn?action=displayRecipe&recipe_id=10000000451343
I couldn’t find mexican stewed tomatoes so instead I used 2 cans of mild rotel and then I did not add the chiles. It was very tasty and pretty healthy too!
Erin O. says
I’m picky about my crock-pot recipes…it still has to be real food in there! This is a great recipe: http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/pulled-pork-tacos-00000000008021/index.html
I half the amount of cocoa powder though. Katie, I would LOVE it if you would post some of your favorite crock pot recipes after you’ve had a chance to test them out.
Katie says
Thanks, Erin. That one looks great! And I feel the same as you with the picky-ness. I hadn’t thought to check out Real Simple’s website for crock pot recipes. I will definitely post some of the recipes I try!
Lee Hemming says
Italian Beef Sandwiches – Put left over beef roast in the crockpot. Pour the juice of a jar of dill pickles over the meat. Sprinkle Italian seasoning over all.Add chopped green pepper to taste. Let it go on low all day. Shred the tender meat and serve on your favorite Italian style buns.
Traci says
I have an old Rival crockpot. which interestingly looks even older than yours! mine has flowers on the front. I like the newer stainless/black looking ones and keep thinking that I will buy a new one but can’t justify it since mine hasn’t died yet.
I just made a to die for mexican corn chowder in mine. Here’s the link! http://wp.me/pOvJG-lV
Lindsay @ Pinch of Yum says
I made your pumpkin pecan cheesecake pots… with a few variations… and linked you on my blog! Thanks for such a great recipe! 🙂
Renee says
http://glutenfreegoddess.blogspot.com/2007/01/santa-fe-pumpkin-chowder.html
bmk112302 says
Great post. Looks like some great recipes to add to my list. Here are a few of our favorites:
http://reservationsnotrequired.blogspot.com/2009/08/saucy-barbecue-ribs.html
http://reservationsnotrequired.blogspot.com/2009/08/slow-cooker-spaghetti-casserole.html
http://reservationsnotrequired.blogspot.com/2009/08/slow-cooker-pork-chops-with-apples-and.html
http://reservationsnotrequired.blogspot.com/2008/08/slow-cooker-sausage-and-black-bean-soup.html
http://reservationsnotrequired.blogspot.com/2007/11/slow-cooker-braised-sage-chicken-and.html
http://reservationsnotrequired.blogspot.com/2007/07/slow-cooker-apple-crisp.html
http://reservationsnotrequired.blogspot.com/2007/09/crock-pot-tortilla-soup.html
Judy says
My favorite crock-pot recipe is super easy, and my family really loves it. Get a large-ish English roast, pop it in the crock pot. Mix a bottle of beer with one envelope of the onion soup mix (yea, I know, but it works here). Add a couple of teaspoons of sugar and a couple of teaspoons of your favorite herbs–I used rosemary, basil, thyme, and sage. Pour the liquid over the meat and cook for 8 to 10 hours–the meat will fall apart nicely. Then serve it on Italian bread or a nice baguette with a green salad. Yum!
Barbara Bakes says
What a fabulous list of recipes your getting. Here’s my favorite http://barbarabakes.com/2008/02/spicy-chicken-soup-2/
Donna C says
My favorite way to cook chicken for all kinds of things–salad, casseroles, any thing that calls for cooked chicken–is to put bone-in breast halves in the crockpot with a couple of stalks of celery cut into chunks, a couple of carrots cut the same, and an onion cut into quarters, and about a tablespoon of whole peppercorns. Cover with water and cook on low overnight (about 8 hours). About the last hour, add some fresh herbs if you like–rosemary and/or thyme are good. The next morning they are perfectly done, and you have that wonderful broth to use or freeze for later–strain the solids out of it, and after it chills, remove the layer of fat. Remove the meat from the bones, discaring skin, and use it or freeze for later. So easy and always moist and tender.
Kristin @theschellcafe says
I love my crock pot and in the cooler months use it at least 2x per week! I hosted a Crock Pot link up and you can find yummy recipes here:
http://www.theschellcafe.com/?p=2181
Ginger @ Crock Pot Recipe Exchange says
I love the fact that everyone is getting into using their crock pots. I’ve been using my crock pot for years and am always on the lookout for new crock pot recipes. I can’t wait to see what everyone has to offer. The crock pot recipes so far look delicious!
It’s so hard to choose a favorite, but I’m more recently starting to use my crock pot(s) to make warm beverages for my family. It’s great. I make it when I get up (because I’m the early bird ’round here LOL) and everyone helps themselves as they get up.
Crock Pots Rock!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
Here are a couple of the only ones I’ll ever make. I haven’t had good luck w/ any crockpot cookbooks or recipes otherwise:
Tex-Mex Chicken & Beans
http://www.recipegirl.com/2008/09/15/slow-cooker-tex-mex-chicken-and-beans/
Carnitas Tacos
http://www.recipegirl.com/2008/09/18/slow-cooked-carnitas-tacos/
Katie says
That is my problem too – a lot of the ones I’ve tried are just not the kind of food we would eat. And sometimes turn out gloppy and generally unappetizing. I’ve really only used it for making shredded chicken, beef, or pork.
rachel says
The trick is using the right ingredients and ratios of liquids. And using fresh ingredients/seasonal ingredients. I’ve never had anything turn out “gloppy”.
Kristin @ Iowa Girl Eats says
Ooo, this is great – I’m ALWAYS searching for a new crock pot recipes! I have a large, programmable crock pot with a removable/dishwasher safe insert. It is probably my #1 favorite kitchen appliance! Here are a couple of my favorite recipes:
Shredded BBQ Sandwiches:
http://iowagirleats.com/2010/02/25/cookie-alert-crock-pot-recipe/
French Dip Sandwiches:
http://iowagirleats.com/2009/11/12/french-dip-a-la-crock-pot/
Plus, like the others said, anything from Crockpot 365!
Tara @ Feels Like Home says
I have a ton of CrockPot recipes! We use ours several times a week.
Beef stew – http://www.feelslikehomeblog.com/2008/03/beef-stew/
Pot roast – http://www.feelslikehomeblog.com/2010/01/slow-cooker-pot-roast-use-up-leftover-soda-pop/
Potato chowder – http://www.feelslikehomeblog.com/2010/02/slow-cooker-potato-chowder/
There are more 🙂 Here’s my main recipe index – http://www.feelslikehomeblog.com/archive/home-cooking-index/
Ange says
I am a crockpot freak!! I use mine most days, and love it so much I blog about my favorite recipes. I’d have to say Crockpot Skinny Chicken is my favorite, but I love Thai Chicken Soup – http://www.angelicious.com