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ladygoat Subletter |
posted 09-11-2000 05:57 PM
   
Yeah, my mom just used them for chili, they're hardly gourmet, and using them doesn't feel like real cooking, but there are just some weeknights when I get home really late and I'm too hungry to cook and too tired to go out and I can't get Chinese takeout again, so does anyone out there have some good crockpot/slow cooker recipes? The idea of coming home to a hot, already cooked meal is SO appealing ... IP: Logged |
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JenLee Subletter |
posted 09-11-2000 07:38 PM
MMMMM the crock pot..one of mom's fave's. Just get a package of cheap stew meat, dip it in skim milk, roll it in a bowl of flour with lots of pepper and throw it into a pan with a little oil. Just brown the meat... Toss it along with water, carrots, potatoes, peas, and lots of onions *garlic optional* into the pot. Let it set all day. Makes great leftovers. A good hearty meal that the men love too. IP: Logged |
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Andrea Housemate |
posted 09-12-2000 01:19 PM
Thankfully, it's pretty hard to screw up anything made in a crockpot.(Unless you leave something on HIGH too long, which I have done before. Burnt, crunchy roast, yuck) I think you can pretty much throw in ANY combination of meat, vegetables and a little liquid, and after 8 hours on low, it's going to be good.Experiment with cheap cuts of meat, especially when on sale, and those wilting vegetables in the fridge. You can make awesome kalua pig (Hawaiian pork roast) with a roast that you smear with salt,(preferably Hawaiian rock salt, but no big deal if not), a few tablespoons of liquid smoke and crushed garlic cloves. Falls apart and soooo good. Just for fun: Next time you're feeling really 1970's domestic and you're in a crowded public place, like the grocery store, gasp loudly and wonder out loud, "Did I turn off the crockpot?" Women will nod knowingly and men will be impressed at your seemingly domestic skills. You may get a few recipes out of people, too. [This message has been edited by Andrea (edited 09-12-2000).] IP: Logged |
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ragazzina Housemate |
posted 09-13-2000 05:20 AM
Hahaha good image, andrea! Have to dress up right (1970s housewife-like) to carry it off, though. THAT could be fun! IP: Logged |
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CollegeChick Subletter |
posted 09-14-2000 08:33 AM
I love the crock pot! To me making something in the crock pot is the closest I come to cooking. My boyfriend love's the chili and stews that I make for him in it. IP: Logged |
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cyberkitten Housemate |
posted 09-16-2000 08:50 AM
chicken and lumps! (stay with me here) pour 6-8 cups chicken broth into a crock pot on low heat. add a little basil or oregano and some garlic. toss in some shredded or diced turkey or chicken (this is a good thanksgiving leftover thing) then toss in whatever veggies you have on hand (fresh, frozen or dried). i usually like diced up pieces of carrot, maybe a little spinach(just enough for color), a tiny little tomato that's really not big enough for anything else (peeled & diced), etc. cover it up and go to work. when you get home, turn the heat up to high and stir, then mix about a cup of bisquick w/ some milk or water (about 1/4-1/3 cup...enough to make it sorta doughy). drop the lumps by tablespoonfuls into the chicken broth, stir 'em up and toss the lid back on. go change clothes, then come back and separate the lumps. watch a little tv or check your email ('bout 1/2 hour) then go back, and it's ready! you can add a little shredded cheddar or parmesan cheese to the lumps while you're mixing them up if you like. leftovers are good the next day over toast like chicken ala king. IP: Logged |
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Twigs Housemate |
posted 10-20-2000 07:46 AM
I like to take a couple boneless/skinless chicken breasts and toss 'em in there and cover them heavily with the barbeque of choice. Let it cook on low all day. When you get home from work, just take a wooden spoon and break up the chicken (It practically falls apart) and you've got yummy bbq chicken sammiches. IP: Logged |
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bird Subletter |
posted 11-21-2000 09:11 AM
very VERY easy and awesome pot roast: Get a rump roast or some type of roast small enough to fit into your crock. Brown the roast in oil in a frying pan. In the bottom of the crock put any roasted veggies you would like (i only use onions and mushrooms, to make mushroom gravy). Put the roast on top of the veggies. Add a cup of water, a couple tablespoons of worschishire sauce, some beef boullion and basil and garlic if you'd like. Either cook on low for 10-12 hours or on high for 5-6 hours. DO NOT peek into the pot. THAT IS IT!!! IP: Logged |
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jessicazee Housemate |
posted 12-22-2000 01:14 AM
Ho-made Applesauce Crock-Pot Style 3 lbs. apples (1/2 Granny Smith, 1/2 Golden Deicious) Pel, core and cut in big chunks. Add: 2 t. cinnamon 1 t. cardamom 1 t. salt 1 c. white sugar 1/2 c. brown sugar 2 t. lemon juice Cook on low 8-10 hours for goody-good sass! IP: Logged |
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janest Housemate |
posted 12-24-2000 05:09 PM
Yippee! My ginchy roommate just got me a crock pot for Christmas. I've been whining for one since I read the Twigs bbq recipe, yum! I'm so excited. Is it safe to leave it going when no one is home? IP: Logged |
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tash Housemate |
posted 12-25-2000 02:49 AM
From what I understand it is. My mom used to leave hers on all day when she went out. I think that is one of the super cool things about it-you spend 5 or 10 minutes in the morning and by the time you get home from work or wherever dinner is already made. IP: Logged |
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traci8878 Subletter |
posted 01-09-2001 09:59 AM
a crock pot is the best way to cook without really cooking. i found a great recipie that is easy to make and tastes delicious...stuffed shells! brown 1lb of ground meat with a diced onion and some garlic. in the mean time, boil about 25 shells. in a bowl, add 1 egg, 2 cups of motz. cheese and a 1/2 cup bread crumbs. when meat is browned, drain and add to cheese mixture. stuff shells and put into crock pot - pour over top 16oz sauce. turn crock pot on low for 6-7 hours or cook on high for about 2hrs. enjoy! IP: Logged |
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emmalola Housemate |
posted 01-10-2001 12:32 PM
I ended up giving my crock pot away because I couldn't think of any good vegetarian recipes. i just couldn't get excited about the beans it made when I felt I could make them better in a normal pan. anyone have any great veggie recipes? IP: Logged |
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leanne Housemate |
posted 01-11-2001 04:58 AM
emmalola - I use my crock for, among other things, reducing veggie stock. It's perfect. I've been saving all of my veggie suttings and the stuff that's just about to wilt into the grave by throwing it into feezer bags and chucking it in the cold. On a Saturday or Sunday I toss all the stuff, plus some water, into the crock and let it go all day, sometimes into the next day. I end up with a tasty, strong stock that's good for all the great soups found on the digs boards! My current fave recipie for the crock is: Mush everything except the soup up in a bowl, as if you were going to make what my calls Kemmler Burgers, or poor-man's meatloaf. Yummy! I think I'm going to make this tonight!!!!!!! IP: Logged |
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prarie girl Housemate |
posted 03-06-2001 11:33 AM
Yay! Porcupine Balls! My mom used to make those when I was younger and I totally forgot about them until I read your note. I don't think my mum ever made them in a crock pot though - that sounds slick. Thanks for the recipe!  [This message has been edited by prarie girl (edited 03-06-2001).] IP: Logged |
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yeefan Head of the House |
posted 01-08-2002 12:49 PM
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SmallBladder Housemate |
posted 01-08-2002 04:58 PM
Jello is fond of putting a whole pot roast in with a jar of pepperocinis, and adding carrots & potatoes one hour before serving. Whenever someone mentions crock pot cooking, i immediately start singing in my head the phrase "crock pot cooking" to the tune of "Cat Scratch Fever"... IP: Logged |
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bali Housemate |
posted 01-09-2002 10:07 AM
I have been eating "poor" with my crockpot all january - the lastest creation is all the veggies I have going bad(onion, green pepper, celery, carrot), 3 pototes, a can of corn and handful of dill and some chicken broth and water. Cooked for a long time on low (over night and than all the next day because I forgot to turn it off) It isn't so bad. Needs a little zip though, I think I would add a chile next time. The potatoes thickened it. I sauted the onions and garlic first though. It has fed me for 4 days now and I think I got 2 more in there - and it cost maybe $5 to make 
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Eckerslie Housemate |
posted 01-09-2005 07:52 PM
I bought a crockpot on the weekend - my mother gave me the $$ for it last year and I *finally* got around to buying it. I want to make roast pork (once my vegetarian visitor goes home!) and wondered if anyone could help me out... I shall share my creations as I develop them! IP: Logged |
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Nakedmarzi Housemate |
posted 01-10-2005 02:37 AM
I had a recipe for crock pot cake. But I haven't made it yet.... I'm sure you could google it but it takes like 5 minutes to prepare and 4 hours to cook. IP: Logged |
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