"This meaty goulash recipe is easy to make on the stovetop but can also be done in a slow cooker. Inspired by Paula Deen's Bobby's Goulash." Comment from All Recipes
Goulash is like chili mac to me. I don't think I have ever had it, but I have had chili mac and love it. Guess I will have to make the goulash to find out. Looks delicious!
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"Crockpot Scalloped Potatoes are an easy and impressive slow cooker side dish – the best of both worlds! Tender potatoes are served in a garlicky, cheesy, and deliciously seasoned cream sauce. Using the Crockpot makes this classic side dish so easy!" Comment from The Recipe Rebel
Ashley at The Recipe Rebel has put together an outstanding article to go along with the recipe that includes everything you want to know about scalloped potatoes.
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"An easy slow cooker chicken and dumplings recipe for a filling, comforting meal on a cold, snowy day. I have four children who are picky eaters, and they love this!" Comment from All Recipes
Chicken and Dumplings is one of my favorite meals that I never thought of preparing in the slow cooker. Great idea!
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"Slow-cooker breakfast casserole is a low-effort, utterly irresistible overnight recipe packed with breakfast favorites like eggs, sausages, hash browns and cheese. Kids and adults alike are going to love it." Comment from Taste of Home
Why didn't I think of this? Breakfast is what I cook the most - morning, noon and night. Love it so much any time of day. How convenient to throw everything in the slow cooker and breakfast is ready with no hassle. I'm going to try this one for sure!
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"This slow-cooker recipe transforms your favorite classic appetizer into a warm, communal dip that’s perfect for any gathering. Simply combine the ingredients and let the slow cooker do the rest. The rich, irresistible dip is great for scooping with crispy wonton chips, crackers or your favorite veggies." Comment from The Food Network Kitchen
Slow cooker meals used for parties are good since you can keep the item warm in the cooker as the serving bowl. Love crab rangoon, so this dip should be awesome.
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"Discover the ultimate comfort food with our irresistible slow cooker corn chowder recipe. This hearty and creamy dish blends sweet corn with the rich flavors of bacon, potatoes and aromatic herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings or any time you’re craving a bowl of warmth and flavor. Our recipe promises a simple yet deeply satisfying soup." Comment from Taste of Home
Slow cooker recipes are awesome even for retired people at home all day like me. It is just more convenient. Take all those simple ingredients, put them in the cooker and walk away. And it freezes well. This recipe is for me since I have never had corn chowder and I love everything that goes in it.
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"This easy recipe for slow-cooker honey garlic chicken features boneless, skinless chicken thighs simmered to tender perfection in a sticky, sweet and tangy honey garlic sauce." Comment from Taste of Home
I would make this entire recipe and freeze what I don't have in one or two meals. My thinking about cooking and what to cook has got to change since I am cooking for one again.
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Beef stew is one of those meals JR, my first husband, and I would make often with biscuits. His southern mom taught me how to make her beef stew that was the most delicious I ever had.
The ingredients are basically the same as Natasha's recipe. I don't use beef broth. The cut up beef is coated in seasoned flour and browned until fully cooked in a dutch oven with a little oil. I like it cooked until the beef is a little crispy. Then water is added that covers the beef and a slurry of seasoned flour and water is added. Cook until it thickens a bit. I believe it is the seasoned flour that makes the difference in the flavor of the beef stew. Then I add the vegetables and water to cover it. It cooks for at least three or four hours. You know it is done when he vegetables are cooked as you desire. I don't like them crunchy. The thickness is determined by your preference. Add more of the slurry as it cooks if it is not thick enough or add water if it is too thick. Season and taste as it cooks with your favorite seasonings.
The beef stew recipe I am featuring is from Natasha's Kitchen and prepared in a slow cooker. She is one of the chefs I watch regularly and subscribe to on You Tube.
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