Help me if you have a crock pot

MrsLeanna · February 2010

Ok, I got one as a wedding gift and it's been collecting dust for almost 4 years, but I really want to use it!

i just don't know how - the whole just set it and forget is what makes me nervous. So if you have some good recipes - post em here!!!

MelanieJH1016 · February 2010

I thought i was the only one who has never used one! I also think it's scary to leave something cooking all day!!

Mcbride99 · February 2010

If you are unsure, you can always try the packaged Crockpot meals. I love the Chicken and Dumplings one. I believe it's Tyson who makes it. You'd be surprised, im my crockpot cook book, there are recipes to make cakes, although I haven't tried them. I'll email you the ones I have.

Mrs.Form · February 2010

I use this website a lot to find recipes

https://crockpot365.blogspot.com/

I also got her book as well and follow the recipes there. I never leave the crockpot on when I leave the house, I usually use it when I'm home and I can watch it. My mom uses it all the time, but she leaves it on a cutting board so the kitchen counter won't get too hot.

SheyandBeau · February 2010

I just started using one. I usually make pot roast and add all the seasonings and veggies and let it cook all day. I used to be nervous about leaving it on all day but I'm not anymore. I usually leave it on top of the stove, because I'm afraid of it ruining the counters.

VandRicky · February 2010

Mcbride99:
If you are unsure, you can always try the packaged Crockpot meals. I love the Chicken and Dumplings one. I believe it's Tyson who makes it. You'd be surprised, im my crockpot cook book, there are recipes to make cakes, although I haven't tried them. I'll email you the ones I have.

Glad you use it-lol- I am the one who bought you your crockpot and I had no idea what the heck it was at the time! LOL

VandRicky · February 2010

I have made stews, soups and meats in it. I don't do it often but it's really great when you don't feel like cooking and plan ahead.

The best recipe i have ever made in it is pulled pork! SOOOOOOOO yummy. You put a pork tenderloin in with a can of regular soda (coke or dr pepper) and cook it on low all day. Take it out at the end of the day, drain the juices and pull the pork apart, mix in your pfavorite bbq sauce. Absolutely deeeeeeeeeeelish!

MrsLeanna · February 2010

VandRicky:
I have made stews, soups and meats in it. I don't do it often but it's really great when you don't feel like cooking and plan ahead.

The best recipe i have ever made in it is pulled pork! SOOOOOOOO yummy. You put a pork tenderloin in with a can of regular soda (coke or dr pepper) and cook it on low all day. Take it out at the end of the day, drain the juices and pull the pork apart, mix in your pfavorite bbq sauce. Absolutely deeeeeeeeeeelish!

That sounds so good!!

MrsLeanna · February 2010

Mcbride99:
If you are unsure, you can always try the packaged Crockpot meals. I love the Chicken and Dumplings one. I believe it's Tyson who makes it. You'd be surprised, im my crockpot cook book, there are recipes to make cakes, although I haven't tried them. I'll email you the ones I have.

What cook book do you have?

Day, I'll check out that website too!!!

PJ33062 · February 2010

VandRicky:

I have made stews, soups and meats in it. I don't do it often but it's really great when you don't feel like cooking and plan ahead.

The best recipe i have ever made in it is pulled pork! SOOOOOOOO yummy. You put a pork tenderloin in with a can of regular soda (coke or dr pepper) and cook it on low all day. Take it out at the end of the day, drain the juices and pull the pork apart, mix in your pfavorite bbq sauce. Absolutely deeeeeeeeeeelish!

Whahht? That's it? Can it be that easy, V? LOL Sounds super yummy!!! I may have to try this. I've never used my crock pot either. Guess I'm in good company in that category tho, eh? LOL

sarahwawerek · February 2010

Def. check out that website...great receipes can be found therem (crockpot365)

Also, allreceipes.com has some good ones as well. There's a tab for slow cooker meals.

i use mine at least twice a week. Leave it while I am at work and walk in the door and only have to make sides usually.

VandRicky · February 2010

PJ33062:
VandRicky:

I have made stews, soups and meats in it. I don't do it often but it's really great when you don't feel like cooking and plan ahead.

The best recipe i have ever made in it is pulled pork! SOOOOOOOO yummy. You put a pork tenderloin in with a can of regular soda (coke or dr pepper) and cook it on low all day. Take it out at the end of the day, drain the juices and pull the pork apart, mix in your pfavorite bbq sauce. Absolutely deeeeeeeeeeelish!

Whahht? That's it? Can it be that easy, V? LOL Sounds super yummy!!! I may have to try this. I've never used my crock pot either. Guess I'm in good company in that category tho, eh? LOL

I swear, it IS that easy. Don't put in diet soda though, put in regular AND it stinks (well at least I think) while it is cooking. I make it with homemade mash potatoes and some bbq beans the first night and then usually get great onion rolls at publix and make delicious sandwiches the next day. Eric love this meal and it's by far one of the easiest things ever!

Mrs.ClariC · February 2010

I looove my crockpot. I don't use it as often as I should though. The little crockpot books they sell in the paying lanes at publix are awesome. I think I've liked what I've made from those books the most. Use it, you'll love it. Most meals you just leave cooking all day and serve when they're done, and it starts smelling sooooooo good!

Mrs.ClariC · February 2010

btw, here's one

Easy Shrimp Creole

1 large onion, chopped

2 ribs celery, chopped

1 large green bell pepper, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes

2 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce

1 tsp paprika

1 bay leaf

1 tsp sugar

4 drops hot sauce

1 lb shrimp, shelled & deveined

salt and pepper to taste

Combine onion, celery, green pepper, garlic, tomatoes, tomato sauce, paprika, bay leaf, sugar and hot sauce in crock pot; mix well. Cover and cook on High for 4 hours. During the last 30 min. add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink. Remove bay leaf and serve Creole with rice. Serves 6.

Snshine · February 2010

I use mine and love it! I made a super healthy chicken and veggies yesterday that was delicious. I find beef and pork fare really well but chicken gets overdone easily. Ribs are great in the crock pot too. I used to have a scary crock pot that I would leave on the stove but I have a nice one now. I've never had an issue with either. Good luck! You will love the time you save!

CJB8 · February 2010

I love my crockpot! but we don't like to leave it on when we aren't home so we do it when we know we'll be around during the day or not gone for long. Beef stew is my favorite! Someone just created a facebook group on it, I'll send you a suggestion for it!

melly&jimmy · February 2010

I have been loving my crock pot lately, especially since I have a newborn in the house. I set everything up in the morning after dropping the kids off at school and walk away. I don't leave the house with it on...so far I've made chili, beef stew, chicken soup, ribs, and chicken caccittori (sp?). So easy and the food comes out delish!

MellyMelB · February 2010

Leanna! Its like you read my mind. I have been dying to get mine out, dust it off, and get some use out of it.

We have a CD with like 100s of recipes that came with ours. I will see if Abel can make you a copy.

xo,

Mel

P.S. I am SO trying that pulled pork recipe and that shrimp creole recipe. YUM!!!

rach312 · February 2010

I love my crockpot and only bought it about a year ago. I love the crockpot365 blog that Day mentioned. Also, I do simple things like roast a chicken in it.

One whole chicken, cut up some carrots, potatoes, onion, and celery, top with a Lipton packet (I like the savory herb and garlic), add about 1/4 cup of chicken stock - cook on low for 8 hours and the meat falls off the bone and it's super yummy.

I love making a whole chicken, then I save the leftover meat in the freezer until I have enough to do another crockpot meal with the leftovers (see crockpot365 for her Enchilada Chicken and Buffalo Chicken Lasagna recipes).

rach312 · February 2010

Oh, and slow cooker liners are my best friend. Worth every penny because it makes clean up a breeze. They are in the baggie aisle of the grocery store.

cocojack10 · February 2010

I got all inspired to get one one yr, and then it just sat in the box for almost 2 yrs! Finally, I used it for the first time about 2 yrs ago, but while I was home. I too was scared of living it alone. But then nothing happened; house was intact, so I kept using it! I also leave it on the stovetop.

I use it about once a month, but wish I used it more! I love coming home to the house smelling oh so yummy! My favs are pulled pork and chili! The website Day posted is GREAT. Also, Crockpot.com has some awesome recipes. Some of them take time to prep the night before. I usually organize my ingredients the night before, wake up a bit early to set it, and off to work I go! : )

cocojack10 · February 2010

Oh, I forgot about the garbanzos... amazing!

Ingredients
1 bag of chick peas (12 oz)
1 smoked pig's foot
1 onion (medium)
1/2 green pepper
2 garlic cloves
2 T tomato sauce
1 envelope Sason Accent
4 small potatoes
1/2 bag of chorizo
1/2 bag of diced ham
1.5 cups rice
Olive oil

Preparation
Rinse beans. Place in deep bowl, and fill with water (approximately 3x amount of beans). Let sit overnight in refrigerator. Next morning, drain remaining water (surprisingly, there won't be too much left), and place in Crock Pot. Fill Crock Pot with approximately 8 cups of water, and add pig's foot. Cook on low for 8 hours.

Once beans are complete, time to prepare seasoning. Chop potatoes into 1/2 in pieces. Chop onion, green pepper, and garlic (I ran them through the food processor). Add to pan over medium heat, and add about 2 T of olive oil. Let simmer (about 10 min). Add beans (you can either eat the pig's foot, or add to the pan), chopped potatoes, chorizo, and ham. Stir. Add Sason Accent. Stir. Let simmer for about 30 minutes.

Serve beans over white, with a nice glass of wine.

cocojack10 · February 2010

Carolina BBQ Pork

Ingredients
2 onions, quartered (I used 1 large sweet onions)
2 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 4 to 6 lb boneless pork butt or shoulder roast (since it was only us two, I cooked 2 lbs)
2/3 cup cider vinegar
4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (I'll prob eliminate next time, as it was a bit spicy)
1 1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Hamburger buns

Directions

Place onions in stoneware
Combine brown sugar, paprika, salt and pepper rub over roast. Place roast over onions
Combine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, sugar, mustard, garlic salt and cayenne stir to mix well. Drizzle 1/4 of vinegar mixture over roast.
Cover and refrigerate remaining vinegar mixture.
Cover cook on Low 10 to 12 hours or on High 5 to 6 hours.
Remove meat and onions and drain. Chop or shred meat and chop onions.
Serve meat and onions on buns. Pass remaining vinegar mixture to drizzle over sandwiches.

cocojack10 · February 2010

America's Fav Pot Roast

Ingredients:
3 1/2 to 4 pounds beef arm or boneless pot roast
1/4 cup flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 carrots, pared, sliced lengthwise and cut into 2-inch pieces (I got a bag already sliced)
3 potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 small onions, sliced (I used large sweet onion)
1 stalk celery, cut into 2-inch pieces (I didn't add)
1 jar (2 ounces) mushrooms, drained (I didn't add)

Preparation:
Trim all excess fat from roast.
Combine ? cup flour, the salt and pepper. Coat meat with the flour mixture.
Place all vegetables except mushrooms in Crock-Pot and top with roast (cut roast in half, if necessary, to fit easily).
Spread mushrooms evenly over top of roast.
Cover and cook on Low for 10 to 12 hours.
Season to taste before serving. Serves 4 to 6.

taxbride · February 2010

I've only ever made pulled pork in it! I use a recipe with Boston butt (cheaper than tenderloin!),and it's super easy. I got it from Emily (santafe) who used to be on the board.

-6 lb. boston butt pork

-2 cans beef broth

-1/2 cup coffee

-1 bottle bbq sauce

-salt/pepper

1. Cut roast in half and salt and pepper it.

2. Put in slowcooker with broth and coffee.

3. Cook on 8-10 hour mode. (I leave it overnight)

4. Take out and pull apart with fork, removing bone and fat.

5. Put back in with contents of 1 bottle of bbq sauce on low setting but only for about 3 hours.

et voila! Delicious and super easy. I usually serve it with rolls for sandwiches, but we often eat it just by itself or with baked beans. I am making it overnight for Graciela's birthday party tomorrow!

Tania

YapYap0813 · February 2010

I love my crockpot! Ditto on the allrecipes.com and the pulled pork recipe V posted. That is an all-time favorite in our house. So easy and yummy!

PJ33062 · February 2010

This whole thread is making salivate big time!!! I want me some pulled pork sandwich!!!!!!!! aaaaahhh!!! Anyone ever go to Mississippi Sweets in Boca? Holy yummo!!!!!

ReiszsPieces · February 2010

PJ33062:

This whole thread is making salivate big time!!! I want me some pulled pork sandwich!!!!!!!! aaaaahhh!!! Anyone ever go to Mississippi Sweets in Boca? Holy yummo!!!!!

Wait, I live in Boca and have never heard of this "Mississippi Sweets!" Tell me, where is it? Sounds delish!

PJ33062 · February 2010

ReiszsPieces:
PJ33062:

This whole thread is making salivate big time!!! I want me some pulled pork sandwich!!!!!!!! aaaaahhh!!! Anyone ever go to Mississippi Sweets in Boca? Holy yummo!!!!!

Wait, I live in Boca and have never heard of this "Mississippi Sweets!" Tell me, where is it? Sounds delish!

oh, you must try it. It's a pretty tiny place so it's always packed. Great for take-outs. It's between Glades and Spanish River on the West side of Federal Hwy. ~

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