Roasts are such time savers. There are countless ways in which they can be seasoned, offering wonderful variety to your menus. Plus, they make great sandwiches the next day or delicious leftovers for another meal.
Ingredients:
3 pound beef roast, whatever cut you like
4 ounce can mushrooms with liquid
1 package Italian salad dressing mix
1 package brown gravy mix
1/2 cup water
Directions:
Place roast in bottom of slow cooker. Pour mushrooms and liquid over roast. In a small mixing bowl, stir together package mixes and water; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours.
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N. Rene West
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I love this recipe. It contains an unusual ingredient, peanut butter, that gives the gravy a very unique flavor. Try it; you’ll like it.
Ingredients:
5-6 boneless pork chops
1 onion, sliced
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) cream of chicken soup
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Directions:
Place pork chops in bottom of slow cooker. Lay onion slices on top of chops. Mix soup, peanut butter, and Worcestershire sauce in a separate bowl. Spoon over meat. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal – Beauty thru fiber art
I don’t care for beer as a beverage, but when it’s added to a recipe, especially a beef recipe, it adds wonderful flavor.
Ingredients:
3 pounds stew beef (cubes)
1/3 cup flour
12 ounces dark beer
1 package dry brown gravy mix
1 clove garlic, minced
Directions:
Place beef in bottom of slow cooker and sprinkle with flour. Stir to cover cubes. In a separate bowl, mix beer, gravy mix, and garlic. Pour on top of beef. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours.
My family enjoys this dish served with Basmati rice.
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N. Rene West
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I used to bake my hams and then make the sauce separately. This recipe cuts the preparation time down to about two minutes and renders the same delicious results.
Ingredients:
3 pound fully cooked ham
16 ounce can fruit cocktail with syrup
2/3 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon allspice
Directions:
Place ham in bottom of slow cooker. Mix together fruit cocktail, sugar, and allspice. Pour over ham. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal – Beauty thru fiber art
Brisket cooks a little longer than some recipes, but it’s worth the wait. This recipe adds both sweet and savory flavors to the beef, giving it that extra special touch that your family will love.
Ingredients:
3 – 4 pound fresh beef brisket
1 cup ketchup
1/3 cup grape jelly
1 package dry onion soup mix
Directions:
Cut your brisket in half and place one piece in the bottom of a slow cooker. Mix ketchup, jelly, and dry soup mix in a separate bowl and spoon half of the mixture on top of the brisket. Repeat with the second piece of brisket. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours. Serve with the cooking juices.
Mashed or baked potatoes go well with this recipe.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal – Beauty thru fiber art
This recipe is soooo easy and you can mix it up by using different flavors of salsa each time you make it. Salsa Chicken proves once again that delicious dinners can be achieved with minimal prep time.
Ingredients:
5-6 chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless
1 jar (16 ounces) of your favorite chunky salsa
12 ounces cheddar or Mexican cheese, shredded
Directions:
Place chicken in bottom of slow cooker and top with salsa. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours. Garnish with cheese when serving.
You can serve this with any side dish you like, such as rice, but it also makes a great filling for tortilla wraps.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal – Beauty thru fiber art
Typically served at breakfast/brunch, this hearty meat and potatoes dish will be welcome at any meal.
Ingredients:
30 ounce package frozen hash brown potatoes
1 pound Kielbasa sausage, sliced or chopped
1 onion, diced
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) cheddar cheese soup
1 1/2 cups milk
Directions:
Lightly spray interior of slow cooker with a non-stick cooking spray. Please potatoes, sausage, and onion in the bottom. Mix together soup and milk; pour over contents and stir. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high or about 3 hours.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal – Beauty thru fiber art
This flavorful recipe is easy to prepare and goes well with rice or potatoes.
Ingredients:
8 chicken breast halves, boneless and skinless
12 ounces orange marmalade
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions:
Place chicken breasts in bottom of slow cooker. Mix together all remaining ingredients and spoon over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal - Beauty thru fiber art
This is a great recipe for a special party dip, but it also serves as a delicious topping on baked potatoes. The combination of bacon and cheese flavors makes it a winner every time you serve it.
Ingredients:
16 ounces softened cream cheese
16 ounces sour cream
1 pound bacon, fried and chopped
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Directions:
Combine cream cheese and sour cream; beat until smooth. Stir in chopped bacon and 2 cups cheddar cheese. Pour into slow cooker and top with remaining cup of cheese. Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours.
If used as a dip, serve with large corn chips and fresh vegetables.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal – Beauty thru fiber art
Chili is so versatile. You can serve it alone or with rice or noodles. It’s great sprinkled with cheddar cheese. You can even use it to make chili dogs. Here’s a simple, timesaving recipe for this favorite dish.
Ingredients:
1 pound ground round or chuck
1 package dry chili seasoning
1 can chili beans with sauce
1 can green chilies, diced
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
Directions:
Place ground meat in bottom of slow cooker. Break it up. Add remaining ingredients and cover. Cook on low for 7-8 hours.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal – Beauty thru fiber art
This easy-to-prepare recipe makes a great weekend dinner for family and friends. The ribs go well with a cold salad such as cole slaw.
Ingredients:
4 pounds country-style pork ribs
2 large onions, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
1 bottle of your favorite BBQ sauce
Directions:
Place ribs in bottom of slow cooker. Add onions, garlic, and BBQ sauce. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal - Beauty thru fiber art
This recipes cooks up a delicious hearty chowder. I made this for my family last week and everyone asked for seconds.
Ingredients:
1 package of your favorite frozen mixed vegetables (10-16 ounce bags)
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can creamed-style corn
1 1/2 cups milk
8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions:
Rinse vegetables in warm water and drain. Place vegetables, soup, creamed corn, and milk in slow cooker and stir. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours. Stir in cheese before serving or sprinkle on top of individual servings.
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N. Rene West
Fembellish Journal – Beauty thru fiber art
