Crock Pot · Main Dish · Poultry

Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

My friend Judi and I walk and talk... then talk and walk.  Our talks always lead to food (shocker), the newest restaurants (big news in our small growing town), and the latest recipes we have tried.  This is crockpot-friendly and delicious! Originally posted in 2014, this has been a favorite on our site since then!… Continue reading Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

Crock Pot · Dips

Superbowl Sausage Spinach Dip

Move over regular queso, there is a new game in town.  Looking for something different for a weekend of football?   No matter who your favorite team is, this will be the clear winner.  Thanks to Jessica for something new to add to your Superbowl menu.   Ingredients:   1 (16 ounce) package mild sausage… Continue reading Superbowl Sausage Spinach Dip

Crock Pot · Soups

Crockpot Green Enchilada Soup

It's rare that a friend (thanks, Kerry) sends out a recipe that I follow exactly.   This is a great soup to warm your bones.  The spice is perfect, the consistency is perfectly creamy, and the end result is memorable.  Using mild green enchilada sauce is genius, as it is not spicy.  Enjoy this mix… Continue reading Crockpot Green Enchilada Soup

Beef · Crock Pot · Main Dish

Easy Crockpot Chuck Roast

Looking for some comfort food? This roast is a huge hit and so easy that it is ALMOST embarrassing.  Almost.....  The flavor is perfect. 1 chuck roast (2- 3 pounds) 1/2 package of dry Ranch dressing mix 1 package of Au Jus Gravy mix (I use McCormicks found by the brown gravy) 1/4 cup of… Continue reading Easy Crockpot Chuck Roast

Crock Pot · Poultry

Crockpot Cashew Chicken

Growing up in Southwest Missouri, they had a claim to fame that the original Cashew Chicken came from our area.  A friend from my hometown of Branson recently shared this recipe and I had to try it.  Winner!  Perfect amount of spice for the perfect taste. 2 lbs of boneless skinless chicken tenders 1/4 c.… Continue reading Crockpot Cashew Chicken

Crock Pot · Soups

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Soup's on! The recipe below started in Trisha Yearwood's kitchen, then to Food Network, then in the hands of my soup/crockpot friend, Patti. Sweet Patti (along with her husband Bob) have a showroom at the Dallas Market and wows her customers with her "soup lunch." I have indulged in many of Patti's soups, but this… Continue reading Chicken Tortilla Soup

Crock Pot · On the Side

Refried Beans Without the Refry

My sister Tracy made this for us, and it was shocking how good they were, especially without meat! I'm going to be real honest and say that sometimes I don't even puree them. They are great just as beans over rice, etc. This recipe is from AllRecipes. 1 onion, peeled and halved 3 cups dry… Continue reading Refried Beans Without the Refry

Crock Pot · Poultry

Easy Chicken Stroganoff

Another great recipe for the crock pot!  Feel free to use fat free cream cheese and cream of chicken soup.   Also,  leave the chicken in whole breasts. Serve with a green veggie and salad.  Great for a Winter day. Easy Chicken Stroganoff * 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed * 1/8 cup margarine *… Continue reading Easy Chicken Stroganoff

Crock Pot · Soups

Taco Soup

This started off to be a favorite crock pot/Weight Watcher recipe.  It is now simply a  favorite.  Friends along the way have helped us perfect it.  The chicken variation at the bottom is perfection! 1 lb. lean ground beef 1 c. chopped onion 1 16 oz. can pinto beans, not drained 1 16 oz. can dark kidney… Continue reading Taco Soup

Crock Pot · Dips

Kick Ass Queso

This queso originally came from my sister Tracy's friend,  Mimi, who brought this to their pottery-making class in Seabrook, Washington. It has gone by several names. Mom cleaned it up by renaming it Kick 'Em Queso. A mom is always a mom. Then I served it as an appetizer at a company party for the… Continue reading Kick Ass Queso