Search results

  1. Geri K

    Get Rid of Crockpot Stains

    I sure hope it works for stains considering the price of cream of tartar. I had no idea it cost that much but with all other groceries going up so high I shouldn't be surprised. I find myself using coupons and looking for sales on groceries more now than ever before.
  2. Geri K

    Diabetes Basics: Create Your Plate

    Barbara, thanks for posting this video. This is a great way for anyone to fill up their plate. This makes it easy to select the right portions of carbohydrates versus vegetables and meat.
  3. Geri K

    Clay Crockpot Healthier Alternative

    Hi Christine, I had never heard of a clay crockpot before until I came across this ad. Let me know if you ever see one in person because there aren't any in the stores in my area. I wonder how hard it is to clean them and if they would get stained up quickly.
  4. Geri K

    Drunken Potato Cheddar Soup

    Ingredients 1 to ½ pounds potatoes (I used baby gold potatoes) ¼ cup flour 3 cups chicken broth 12 oz beer 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon thyme ½ teaspoon celery salt 12 oz shredded sharp cheddar (I used white) 1 cup heavy cream Chives, chopped for garnish if...
  5. Geri K

    Better Than Beer Brats....Beer Steamed Sausage

    Smoked sausage; enough to fill crock pot Cut each pound of smoked sausage into 4 pieces. Pour the beer in the bottom of the slow cooker and pile in the sausage. Cook on HIGH for 2 hours, then switch to LOW until ready to serve...
  6. Geri K

    Crockpot Corned Beef and Cabbage

    Ingredients 4 pounds lean raw corned beef brisket 3 tablespoons pickling spice (often included with brisket) 1 medium rutabaga, halved and cut into wedges 1 pound large carrots, cut into 4-inch pieces 1 1/4 pounds large fingerling potatoes 1 leek, white and light-green parts only, cut into...
  7. Geri K

    Clay Crockpot Healthier Alternative

    The VitaClay features an unglazed clay pot that is free of aluminum, lead, and non-stick coatings, so no chemicals will come into contact with your food. Clay has traditionally been used in cooking because the it imparts a specific flavor to food that can’t be reproduced in a traditional crock...
  8. Geri K

    Get Rid of Crockpot Stains

    Get rid of crockpot stains using a paste of half cream of tartar and half vinegar and apply it to the stain. I have not tried this but am wondering how well it would work on stains that have been on crockpots for years.
  9. Geri K

    Warm Up Rolls in Crockpot

    Simply wrap whatever rolls you want to heat up in the aluminum foil and place them on top of the food in the crock pot. Yes, it's that simple.... I usually add the wrapped bread the last 30 - 45 minutes of cooking time and it is completely heated through...
  10. Geri K

    Crockpots as Humidifiers

    I took several of my crock pots (all different sizes) and set them in different rooms around the house. I used the smaller 1 1/2 - 3 quart ones in the bathrooms and kitchen. I used the 4 - 6 quart ones in the bedrooms and livinng room. I then filled them 3/4's of the way with water, placed the...
  11. Geri K

    Totally Simple Beef Bourguignon

    Serves: 6 Preparation Time: 10 min Slow Cooker Time LOW: 9 hr Cooking Vessel Size: 3.5-quart slow cooker Ingredients 1 can Campbells Condensed Golden Mushroom Soup 1 cup Burgundy or other dry red wine 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed 6 ounces small whole mushrooms (about...
  12. Geri K

    Marshmallow Chocolate Fondue

    2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 (7 ounce) jar of marshmallow fluff 1 (14 ounce) can of sweetened condensed milk 1/2 cup of evaporated milk 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract In a 1 1/2 - 2 quart crock pot add all the ingredients. Turn to low and and place a paper towel under the lid (using...
  13. Geri K

    Who is getting a lot of snow this weekend? How much did you get?

    Christine, do you like the snow or do you hate it like everyone does where I live in Illinois. I wish I would never see snow again as long as I live. :D
  14. Geri K

    Slow Cooker Barbequed Ribs

    Ingredients 3 1/2 pounds pork loin back ribs 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3 tablespoons liquid smoke 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 medium onion, sliced 1/2 cup cola 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce Directions 1 Spray inside of...
  15. Geri K

    Lower Carbohydrate Options for Diabetic Snacks

    That's interesting about diet foods having more carbs than regular. It goes to show that we have to read labels very carefully. I have noticed several times that a product that is listed as diet is not any better than regular and sometimes even worse. It does make me wonder how food companies...
  16. Geri K

    Who is getting a lot of snow this weekend? How much did you get?

    We ended up with 14 inches here and lots of blowing and drifting. Does anybody like snow? Mostly everyone around here hates it unless they have a snowmobile or like to ski.
  17. Geri K

    Top Slow Cookers - Updated January 2015

    I am also looking to get a new crockpot. The one I have is old and I have been seeing some really ice ones at the stores. Now to make a choice on which kind to get is more difficult than just buying the cheapest one they have like I always did before. Its time to invest a little more and get a...
  18. Geri K

    Lower Carbohydrate Options for Diabetic Snacks

    These snacks are good suggestions for anybody. Can you have chocolate syrup with no sugar in it as a diabetic or are you supposed to stay away from artificial sweeteners as well?
  19. Geri K

    Chicken Fricassee

    Ingredients Chicken Fricassee 2.50 pound(s) bone-in skinless chicken thighs 0.50 teaspoon(s) salt 0.50 teaspoon(s) pepper 0.50 teaspoon(s) grated lemon peel 0.25 teaspoon(s) dried thyme 0.75 cup(s) chicken broth 1 teaspoon(s) chicken-broth base/demi-glace 1.50 pound(s) small red potatoes 8...
  20. Geri K

    Slow Cooker Bacon Jam

    Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds sliced bacon, cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces 2 medium yellow onions, diced small 3 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup packed dark-brown sugar 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 3/4 cup brewed coffee Directions In a large skillet, cook bacon...
Back
Top