When I think of chili, I think of my dad’s classic recipe that I have loved my whole life. It is very traditional, consisting of ground beef, tomatoes, beans and spices. It is simple and perfect! I wanted to re-create my dad’s simple goodness in a white chicken chili. So, I added plenty of beans for…
Slow Cooker Shredded Bbq Chicken Sandwich
Do you ever feel like you JUST made dinner? And now it’s already the next night and you have to think of ANOTHER great idea? I absolutely love being in my kitchen and cooking but sometimes I run out of ideas. (Which happens to be why I started this blog!….I want to help others, as well…
Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup
The rain just won’t quit here in Colorado, so how about some Slow Cooker Cream of Mushroom Soup to warm your soul?! One of my childhood favorites, cream of mushroom soup! It continues to be a favorite, especially now that I’ve learned to make it in the crock-pot and can use the leftovers in tomorrow’s…
Spring Vegetable Crock Pot Minestrone
Do you need a fast and easy weeknight meal? Nothing’s better than a crock pot dinner! This Spring Vegetable Minestrone combines in-season, spring veggies with the traditional minestrone flavors of beans, broth, pasta and Parmesan. Yum! I love embracing the season and trying new vegetables. I used the veggies below but feel free to try…
Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
Lasagna is one of the most popular comfort foods, with as many variations of ingredients as there are ways to prepare it. For a busy stay at home mom it can be too much to make a traditional pan lasagna during the week. This recipe is my attempt to bring the yummy, satisfying flavors of…
Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles
Warm, comforting Crock Pot Chicken and Noodles. I make it with a Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup instead of canned, making it healthier and tastier too! Read more and get the recipe here…
Crock Pot Beef Stroganoff
Imagine coming home from work to the rich smell of mushrooms and beef. Mmmmmm!! Beef Stroganoff, one of my all time favorites! I’m trying to add more crock pot recipes to our menu, to simplify our busy lives. This is the perfect meal to make in a crock pot….the meat and mushrooms cook slowly with…
Slow Cooker Split Pea and Ham Soup
Yay, snow!! So happy to be in my cozy Colorado home, watching those big beautiful snowflakes drifting down. Magical! It’s the perfect day for soup! I just love soup on a chilly day. Add in the snow and my winter day is near perfect! This split pea recipe is so easy….throw the ingredients in your…
Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Bake
I love turning healthy quinoa into something so tasty. Quinoa is a complete protein that is one of the most protein-rich foods we can eat. It is packed with many nutrients including fiber, iron, lysine and magnesium. (Source: Forbes.com) My youngest loved this Enchilada Bake and she is not a quinoa fan. Enough said! Read…
Leftover Turkey with Wild Rice and Cranberries
Turkey, rice and cranberries go together perfectly in this day after Thanksgiving recovery meal. It’s an easy crock pot dish, so kick back and enjoy your family. Hopefully you have a little leftover pie as well! Happy Thanksgiving everyone, much love to you all!! ~ Gena