Category Archives: Slow Cooker

Kapusta! Eastern European Cabbage and Sausage

Posted on August 17, 2011 by elliemaeh

When I first moved to Russia, I was not impressed with the food. It was mostly white and bland, all meals relied heavily on starches, there were few vegetables and little meat, and what meat there was often came in … Continue reading →

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Barbecue Pulled . . . Chicken? Oh, yes!

Posted on August 7, 2011 by elliemaeh

What to do when you have lots of chicken that you need to cook up, but not many vegetables or much time on hand? Make a barbeque pulled chicken in the crock pot! I threw together my barbecue sauce recipe, … Continue reading →

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Asian-Inspired Pork Lettuce Wraps

Posted on July 14, 2011 by elliemaeh

This is another easy slow-cooker recipe that is perfect for busy days when I will be out of the house and working, but still want a hot meal waiting when dinner time rolls around. Assembly is a snap, and neglecting … Continue reading →

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Sweet and Sassy Meatballs in the Slow Cooker

Posted on July 12, 2011 by elliemaeh

Today I am taking a break from my recent slew of chicken recipes (we all need a little variety!) and sharing a ground beef recipe that went over well in our house. We still have some ground beef in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Recipes, Slow Cooker | 8 Comments

Slow Cooker Orange Chicken

Posted on July 7, 2011 by elliemaeh

I love Chinese food. I used to love Chinese takeout. The crab Rangoon at the local joint, and the shrimp lo mein, and the beef with pea pods and broccoli . . . it was all amazing. And then I … Continue reading →

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Honey Barbecue Pork Spare Ribs in the Crock Pot

Posted on June 23, 2011 by elliemaeh

I love barbecue, especially in the hot summer months, but most bottled barbecue sauces list HFCS as their first ingredient and contain soybean oil, hydrolyzed soy protein, artificial flavorings, and multiple artificial colors – not the sorts of things I … Continue reading →

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Hawaiian Hodgepodge Chicken

Posted on June 9, 2011 by elliemaeh

I have been to Hawaii twice. The first time I went to visit the man I was soon to marry. He proposed to me the first night I was there, and the next morning we went to visit his father, … Continue reading →

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Slow Cooker Coconut Chicken Curry

Posted on May 26, 2011 by elliemaeh

Nick has declared this to be one of his favorite meals in a long time. The tomato paste and coconut milk combine to make a thick and rich sauce, and the spice combination provides a luscious Indian flavor. I had … Continue reading →

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Fruits and Veggies Chicken Stew in the Slow Cooker

Posted on May 19, 2011 by elliemaeh

This is an absolutely delicious stew that comes together with minimal effort. The sweet of the fruit, savory of the meat, and warmth of the spices make for a great combination. Much of the flavor and richness of your stew, … Continue reading →

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South of the Border Boston Butt: Pork Carnitas

Posted on May 12, 2011 by elliemaeh

I am intent on preparing the last of the pork in the freezer. My project today? The Boston butt roast. Nick loves Boston butt. He says it is one of his favorite parts of the pig. And it is a … Continue reading →

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