tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:29:09 +0000Professional health writers Chet and Josh Day share tips, recipes, thoughts, and commentary that'll help you have fun while you're making healthy and tasty meals in your favorite crockpot.http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/index.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Chet Day)Blogger354125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-7772312039584018034Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:26:00 +00002009-11-04T15:29:09.418-05:002 lbs lean grassfed ground beef1/2 cup finely chopped black olives1/3 cup finely chopped onions1 tsp garlic1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley1 egg1/3 cup bread crumbs1/2 tsp salt (optional)1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper2 Tbs grape seed oil1 can Cento brand tomato sauceMix all ingredients in glass bowl. Form 1 1/2 - 2" meatballs. Brown in grape seed oil over medium heat. Place meatballs in http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/11/ranch-hand-crockpot-meatballs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-7080567133544429954Mon, 12 Oct 2009 14:56:00 +00002009-10-12T09:59:36.790-05:00This is one of those can't go wrong and everybody loves it recipes! Fast, easy,crock pot friendly and freezes great. It makes alot, but you will want leftovers. This recipe gets passed around town from family to family so I have no idea where the recipe originated. Enjoy!2 lbs lean ground beef, cooked and drained (chicken or no meat works too)2 cans undrained pinto beans1 can undrained black http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/10/crockpot-taco-stew.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-1795770605048324315Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:28:00 +00002009-10-01T10:33:37.937-05:00Red Cabbage1 large head of red cabbage, washed and coarsely sliced2 medium onions coarsely chopped6 tart apples, cored and quartered2 tsp salt2 cups hot water3 Tbs sugar2/3 cup cider vinegar6 Tbs butter or bacon greasePlace all ingredients in the crock pot in order listed. Cover and cook on low 8 to 10 hours (High: 3 hours). Stir well before serving.Josh DayEditor, Crockpot Recipeshttp://http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/10/red-soviet-cabbage.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-3441935190999120001Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:42:00 +00002009-09-29T10:44:05.092-05:002 pounds zucchini1 small green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 Tsp salt1/4 each pepper4 each tomatoes, peeled and chopped2 Tbs butter2 Tbs minced parsleyCut zucchini into 1/4-inch slices. In your crockpot, combine zucchini with green pepper, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Top with chopped tomatoes, then butter. Cover and cook on high for about 2 hours or until http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/09/creole-zucchini.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-8479734330034854671Thu, 24 Sep 2009 16:45:00 +00002009-09-24T11:46:39.604-05:003 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and shredded2 cans (8 oz.) crushed pineapple in unsweetened juice,undrained1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk1 1/4 cups brown sugar, firmly packed6 Tbs butter, cut in cubes3 eggs, slightly beaten1 tsp ground cinnamon1/2 tsp nutmegLightly grease crockpot. In crockpot, combine sweet potatoes, pineapple, evaporated milk, brown sugar, butter, eggs, cinnamon, and nutmeg. http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/09/sweet-potato-pudding.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-7220791025096161708Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:16:00 +00002009-09-23T11:16:45.001-05:002 pounds boneless pork shoulder -- cubed1 tsp salt1/4 tsp ground ginger1/8 tsp pepper13 ounces canned pineapple chunks1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar1 tsp chicken broth granules1/4 cup molasses1/4 cup vinegar2 Tbs cornstarch1 16-oz can sweet potatoes2 tomatoes, cut in eighths1 medium green bell pepper, cut in 1" cubesTrim excess fat from meat. Place in crock pot and season with salt, ginger andhttp://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/09/hong-kong-pork-stew.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-6470767206664601831Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:34:00 +00002009-09-16T14:34:56.431-05:001 lb dry black bean1 1/2 quarts water1 carrot, chopped1 stalk celery, chopped1 large red onion, chopped6 cloves garlic, crushed2 green bell peppers, chopped2 jalapeno peppers, chopped1/4 cup lentils1 28-oz. can peeled and diced tomatoes2 Tbs chili powder2 tsp ground cumin1/2 tsp dried oregano1/2 tsp ground black pepper3 Tbs red wine vinegar1 Tbs salt1/2 cup uncooked white rice (or brown rice)Sourhttp://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/09/blockbuster-black-bean-soup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-4236899409258686597Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:31:00 +00002009-09-14T14:32:29.502-05:003 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves2 tablespoons paprika -- Hungarian1 1/2 tsp salt1 tsp pepper6 large onions -- thinly sliced1 tsp chicken bouillon powder12 small red potatoes -- unpeeled and halved1 10-ounce package frozen green peas2 Tbs chopped parsleyRinse the chicken under cold water and pat dry. Season with the paprika, salt and pepper.Place all vegetables on the bottom of thehttp://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/09/braised-chicken.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-8916531639555800161Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:54:00 +00002009-09-02T10:55:22.003-05:001 (3 lb) boneless beef brisket, partially frozen1 medium onion, quartered, sliced1 (19 oz) can Progresso Tomato Basil Soup2 tbs cornstarch2 tbs brown sugar1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning1/8 tsp ground red pepper (cayenne)2 tbs Worcestershire sauce10 (1/2-inch-thick) slices Italian bread10 (1 oz) slices provolone cheese2 tbs chopped fresh parsleyCut beef diagonally across grain into thin slices. http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/09/open-face-italian-briskets.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-3805483019027013718Mon, 31 Aug 2009 20:40:00 +00002009-08-31T15:46:50.718-05:001/4 cup brown sugar2 Tbs flour1 tsp salt1/8 tsp pepper1/2 cup water1/4 cup vinegar1 medium head red cabbage shredded1 small onion finely choppedIn your crockpot, combine sugar, flour, salt and pepper.Stir in water and vinegar. Add cabbage and onion and stirto combine. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours. If you'renot a vegetarian, sprinkle 4 diced slices of crispycooked bacon on top just before http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/08/hardcore-extreme-crockpot-cabbage.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-2256717544727633663Wed, 15 Jul 2009 16:43:00 +00002009-07-15T11:44:30.668-05:001 Tbs olive oil1 1/2 cups onions, chopped1 1/4 cups carrots, sliced2 garlic cloves, minced3 cups vegetable broth2 tsp raw sugar (optional)1 (16 ounce) package frozen corn1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiliesCombinehttp://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/07/dinner-tile-soup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-2715505338265364062Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:50:00 +00002009-07-06T14:52:19.502-05:001 cup converted white rice1 cup wild rice -- rinsed and drained29 ounces canned vegetable broth1/2 cup hot water1/4 cup dry sherry1 medium onion -- chopped3/4 tsp garlic powder1/2 tsp garlic pepper1/2 cup chopped dried apricots1/2 cup dried cherries1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted if desired1/4 cup chopped fresh parsleyIn your crockpot, mix together the white rice, wild rice, broth, water, sherry,http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/07/fruity-wild-rice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-6034758885562926233Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:30:00 +00002009-06-24T13:31:37.588-05:00If you don't have sun-dried tomatoes in your cupboard add a cup of finely chopped seeded fresh tomatoes for a slightly different flavor1 lb dried great northern beans, sorted and rinsed2 cloves garlic, finely chopped6 cups water1 1/2 tsp dried basil leaves1 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper3/4 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil1 (2.25-oz) can sliced ripe olives, drainedMix all ingredients http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/06/white-beans-and-tomatoes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-7859077796277214777Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:45:00 +00002009-06-18T11:46:42.298-05:008 pounds nectarines, peeled & chopped3 medium onions, diced1 jalapeno pepper, chopped & seeded1 jalapeno pepper, chopped & unseededJuice of 3 limes1/2 cup dry cilantroMix everything together and cook in crock pot on high for 2-1/2 to 3 hours. Ladle into hot sterilized canning jars. Process in hot water bath for 10 minutes. Makes 6 pints.Josh DayEditor, Crockpot Recipeshttp://crockpotrecipes101.comhttp://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/06/nectarine-salsa.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-6578165079920302168Thu, 04 Jun 2009 20:31:00 +00002009-06-04T15:34:00.880-05:001 onion, chopped1/2 green pepper, diced2 ribs celery, diced1 clove garlic, minced1 lb frozen sliced okra1 lb canned sliced tomatoes2 cups corn1 tsp vegetable bouillon granules1/2 cup white cooking wine1/2 cup water1/4 tsp tabasco sauce1/4 tsp paprika2 Tbs fresh parsley, chopped1 Tbs fresh basil, mincedCombine all ingredients in crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours.Josh DayEditor, http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/06/vegetarian-gumbo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-5467749309620360255Mon, 25 May 2009 18:36:00 +00002009-05-25T13:38:18.282-05:00An easy and delicious vegetable curry with rice. Colorful and spicy.3 cups coarsely chopped red potatoes2 cups peeled and coarsely chopped sweet potatoes1 cup coarsely chopped carrot1/2 cup chopped onions3 cloves garlic, minced1 Tbs grated fresh ginger1 1/2 tsp salt2 tsp curry powder1/2 tsp ground cumin1 (14-oz) can vegetable broth1 (13.5-oz) can unsweetened coconut milk1 1/2 cups quick-cooking http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/05/crockpot-curried-veggie-rice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-6021684194690846125Tue, 19 May 2009 17:45:00 +00002009-05-19T12:46:48.536-05:004 tsp butter1/2 upup uncooked rice1 cup liquid from canned tomatoes1-3/4 cup canned tomatoes, drained2 tsp chopped parsley1-1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper4 Tbs grated Parmesan cheeseChopped chivesSaute rice in butter in fry pan until rice is golden brown. Put in crockpot. Pour tomato liquid, tomatoes, parsley, salt & pepper into pot. Mix well. Cover & cook on low 6-8 hours. Sprinkle with parmesan http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/05/tomato-rice-casserole.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-1710121322995759351Sun, 17 May 2009 17:53:00 +00002009-05-17T12:59:25.879-05:002 pounds round steak -- trimmed2 medium green bell peppers -- sliced thin1/2 medium onion, finely chopped1 cup beef broth2 Tbs low sodium soy sauce1/2 tsp ground ginger1 clove garlic -- minced1 tsp Worcestershire sauceFinely chop about 1/2 of a fresh onion. Cut the steak into serving size pieces. If desired, you can brown the meat in a little hot oil before adding to crockpot. Place the thinly http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/05/crockpot-beef-and-peppers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-4764611944067220068Tue, 12 May 2009 19:11:00 +00002009-05-12T14:12:50.020-05:002 1/2 cups dried garbanzo beans or 3 (15 ounces) cans chickpeas2 Tbs olive oil2 cups chopped onions8 cloves garlic (pressed or minced)2 cups vegetable stock2 cups water or additional vegetable stock2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary1/4 tsp pepper (freshly ground is always better)1 (15 ounces) can diced tomatoes (undrained)3 Tbs balsamic vinegar1 1/2 ounces grated fresh http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/05/tuscan-chickpea-soup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-5068374579863057149Wed, 06 May 2009 21:14:00 +00002009-05-06T16:17:25.961-05:001 head cabbage5 lb potatoes peeled2 onions1/2 cup rice, raw1 tsp dill, dried1/4 tsp black pepper ground2 egg whites1 can tomatoes (28 oz)1 apple peeled and sliced1/4 tsp ginger, dried groundParboil cabbage and separate the leaves. Slice off partof the heavy stalk of each leaf by slicing parallel tothe leaf (do not cut into the leaf).Grate potatoes, small inner leaves of cabbage, and one ofthe http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/05/potato-stuffed-cabbage.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-1696679343698411621Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:57:00 +00002009-04-23T13:04:39.117-05:001 bag 15 bean mix, dried1 medium yellow onion, minced1 Tbs garlic, minced1 can Rotel chilis and tomatoes2 TBS Emeril Essence*2 bay leaves2 quarts water or 1 quart chicken broth and 1 quart waterJuice of 1 lime or lemon1 tsp olive oilSalt and black pepperSoak beans overnight. Rinse and add to crockpot. Add bay leaves and water or chicken broth and cook for several hours, uncovered, until beans arehttp://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/04/15-bean-stew.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-8840813662191495592Mon, 20 Apr 2009 14:16:00 +00002009-04-20T09:21:11.695-05:004 cups sauerkraut -- rinsed, drained2 cups applesauce1/2 tsp caraway seeds1 Tbs butterCombine all ingredients. Place in a greased 3 1/2-quart crock pot. Cover and cook on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours. This recipe yields 6 servings.And a reader to our Crockpot Newsletter writes:Good stuff, sauerkraut!Another nice addition to make it even more tasty is grated potato... hunks of apple are always good as http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/04/applesauce-sauerkraut.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-174407396551494863Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:00:00 +00002009-04-14T13:12:56.518-05:00Patti G's Meatloaf"Just make a meat loaf mixture the same as you normally would, using about 1 1 /2 or 2 lbs. of ground beef.Put 6 potatoes, peeled and cut up in bottom of crockpot (I sprayed some oil in first.)Then put in a small bag of carrotsAdd a layer of fresh onion slices, if you wish.Salt and pepper all those ingredients.Shape meat mixture into a flat, round "shape" and sort of press down http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/04/reader-submitted-crockpot-meatloaf.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-4618149857247195604Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:40:00 +00002009-04-13T11:42:19.010-05:00An easy and delicious vegetable curry with rice. Colorful and spicy.3 cups coarsely chopped red potatoes2 cups peeled and coarsely chopped sweet potatoes1 cup coarsely chopped carrot1/2 cup chopped onions3 cloves garlic, minced1 Tbs grated fresh ginger1 1/2 tsp salt2 tsp curry powder1/2 tsp ground cumin1 (14-oz) can vegetable broth1 (13.5-oz) can unsweetened coconut milk1 1/2 cups quick-cooking http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/04/curry-vegetable-rice.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9527839.post-7259038172691287247Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:08:00 +00002009-04-08T10:08:51.643-05:001 onion, chopped1/2 green peppers, diced2 celery ribs, diced1 clove garlic, minced1 lb okra, sliced, fresh,frozen1 lb tomato, fresh, or canned2 cups corn, fresh, frozen, or canned1 tsp vegetable bouillon granules1/2 cup white grape juice1/2 cup water1/4 tsp Tabasco sauce1/4 tsp paprika2 Tbs chopped fresh parsley1 Tbs basil or rosemary, mincedIn a skillet or pot, place bouillon and white grape http://crockpotrecipes101.com/blog/2009/04/vegetarian-gumbo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Josh Day)